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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa
2.5 star property

Beach resort with a business center and a bar/lounge

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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

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Outdoor pool
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Vichy shower
Property grounds

Overview of The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
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  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
8 Riketts Ave., Runaway Bay, Saint Ann
  • Popular LocationRunaway Bay Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCardiff Hall Beach20 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean View Beach20 min walk
  • AirportMontego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)71 min drive
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Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Runaway Bay

Located in Runaway Bay, The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is near the beach. Maima Seville Great House & Heritage Park is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jamaica Beaches and Runaway Bay Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Runaway Bay Beach - 11 min walk
  • Flavours Beach - 12 min walk
  • Cardiff Hall Beach - 20 min walk
  • Ocean View Beach - 20 min walk
  • Salem Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Olas - Rodizio - 6 min drive
  • Lobby Bar - 7 min drive
  • Orquídea Buffet - 7 min drive
  • The Jasmin - 6 min drive
  • Don Pablo Lounge - 6 min drive

About this property

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

Property highlights
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and a free beach shuttle. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Isabella's, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Massage treatment rooms, a TV in the lobby, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms have comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Isabella's

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of Apr 30, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa on May 14, 2024 start from $119.31, 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.

Is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa located?

Situated near the beach, this spa resort is within a 15-minute walk of Runaway Bay Beach and Flavours Beach. Cardiff Hall Beach and Ocean View Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 204 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rockelia, St Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall service was good. I must say very clean and the ambiance was refreshing. Very tranquil. It was worth the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cardiff hotel is a very wonderful hotel no to big and very friendly staff. I especially like the fact they have young people working their from the hospitality college next door. I would recommend and definitely Go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lunette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to mambee area and ocho Rios, property verry clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great price
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice quaint hotel away from the hustle and bustle. The grounds is very beautiful. Rooms are big with alot of space and the staff is very welcoming and helpful. I would stay here again if im looking for something low key and a non all inclusive stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Diana

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service, reception and dining
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024