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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

2.5 star property
Beach resort with free breakfast in Runaway Bay

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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
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Spa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant

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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

Room options

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Runaway Bay

Close to 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 - 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

Beach resort with free breakfast in Runaway Bay
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 beach resort also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

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

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Full breakfast (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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offers 56 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 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 complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

Food and drink

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

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

  • 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

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash. 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 (49-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 May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa on May 26, 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.

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 11-minute walk from Runaway Bay Beach and 12-minute walk from Flavours Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 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: 9:00 PM.

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, body wraps, and body scrubs.

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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 208 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

Joanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is dated, however the entire staff are very professional and friendly.

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Traveled with family
I would consider this a good place that is priced reasonably well. The staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lloyd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff ..even the ones in training were nice, friendly, attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Donovan

Disliked: Staff & service
General staff was friendly, however, the housekeeping service was very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Merlene

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Traveled with partner
We stayed 1 night. The room was very clean and the staff was polite. Our room was over looking the road so we could hear a dog barking most of the night and cars passing. Also the food was not the best.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lavlet, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rayon

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

REYNALDO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was AMAZING!!! The room was super clean and neat. Friendly staff. I felt very safe and i slept in peace
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023