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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Upscale beach resort with spa

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Two lounge chairs with striped towels, a pool table, and a tropical tree in a sunny outdoor setting.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, television, and a small refrigerator.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, people dining, and curtains.
An outdoor patio area with a circular seating arrangement, white curtains, and a table with a red tablecloth.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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8 Riketts Ave., Runaway Bay, Saint Ann
  • Place, Runaway Bay Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Hall Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean View Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a small balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the landscape.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A room with a desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a small balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the landscape.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Runaway Bay

Steps from the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the resort, you'll find Runaway Bay Beach and Flavours Beach. Cardiff Hall Beach and Ocean View Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Runaway Bay Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Flavours Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cardiff Hall Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Dunn's River Falls - 49 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas - Rodizio - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Jasmin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lotus Indian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Smokehouse @Grizzly Plantation - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

Upscale beach resort with spa
Unwind on the private white sand beach, located just 1.8 kilometers away. For a free ride to the surf and sand, catch the resort's complimentary beach shuttle. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa like an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a steam room, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Runaway Bay resort.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offers 56 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Runaway Bay resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JMD 9600.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JMD 9600.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Cardiff Hotel Runaway Bay
Cardiff Runaway Bay
Cardiff Hotel
The Cardiff Hotel Spa
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Resort
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Runaway Bay
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Resort Runaway Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa to the airport?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is 26.3 mi (57-min drive) away from the Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa on Sept 10, 2026 start from CA $156, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa to the beach?

This resort is a short 12-minute walk from Runaway Bay Beach and 13-minute walk from Flavours Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have a pool?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is home to Isabella's, which features local and international cuisine.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features facials, massages, and body wraps.

How close is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa to downtown Runaway Bay?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is 1.2 mi away from Runaway Bay.

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 360 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 360 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 360 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 360 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 360 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast menu. Polite and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hopeton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent and provided a lot of options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food portion sizes are amazing. Rooms cleaned daily. Staff are welcoming and well mannered.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cardiff's ambience was tranquille and relaxing. The food portions were ample and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Aretha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was good and fresh.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, room clean overall great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay there with my two kids during spring break in March. The staff was excellent. The food was excellent. I will return again.. shout out to the staff at the check-in desk.
The view from my room was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Evett

Clean room, and breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaneik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was a mazing! Nothing bad to say
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wynsum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cardiff was excellent to me. the food was great the customer service was out if this world excellent. No where in Jamaica have i gotten such great customer service. i enjoyed my stay and planning to do it again in december when i visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great setting and view. Rooms and facility old but relatively clean. Breakfast was great but dinner was pretty bad. Would definitely return but not eat dinner on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was beautiful. You had lots of choices between Canadian food to their Jamaican dish every day air-conditioning kept us cool all day. Staff were wonderful very pleasant. Very kind knowledgable what I stay there again yes 100% good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean air conditioned room. Buffet breakfast was delicious. Friendly and helpful staff. Grounds of the property were clean and perfectly maintained. Free shuttle to the private beach. Ambience at dinner in the evenings was superb 👌.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Padmoutie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the breakfast was always fresh, mostly local and very tasty. AC worked perfectly. Room was nice and cool.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was pleasant and welcoming. The buffet breakfast was great, the Jamaican breakfast was excellent! Room was clean and balcony view very nice to have lunch on the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, and good overall experience.... i love how close it was to everything. Beach, food, store
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Cardiff Hotel was built on a hillside away from the main road. I started every morning was started with an amazing breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the vegetable gardens, the friendly staff and our spacious clean room with our very private balcony. Good food and lovely grounds as well as seeing the resident peacock at meals made our stay very special. So happy not to be at one of those 5star all inclusives.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deneille N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property, breakfast and bar staff was great. I came in a bit early but check in was smooth. Very close to the beach. I stayed one night with my husband and my toddler. My toddler enjoyed the swing, the fish, the views and he loved the peacock. My partner and I enjoyed the outside seating and the garden. Btw for a small hotel I loved the amenities and the complimentary drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food was good. Rooms were great. Place awesome vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staffs were very polite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025