Jamaica Beach Guide

Cardiff Hall Beach/Flavours Beach

Beach Location

18°27'52.08"N      77°19'40.87"W

Cardiff Hall Beach is public bathing beach located within the Cardiff Hall community along the Discovery Bay to Runaway Bay Main Road. The nearest town is Runaway Bay. The beach is also known as Flavours Beach.

Description & Environmental Features

The beach is approximately 120 - 130 metres in length with a width of 10 metres. The beach consists of fine grain white sand with some evidence of erosion. There is a main drain which originates from the Cardiff Hall community east of the property; this channels storm water directly into the sea. An extensive seawall is located near the foreshore along the eastern section of the beach. There is also a jetty located along the western side of the beach.

There are various type of grasses in backshore terrain as well as pine trees (Pinus spp.) on western boundary as well as a few palm trees and ornamentals. There is large almond tree in centre of parking area.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is easily accessible and lies along main road with a defined parking area that is able to accommodate multiple vehicles.

Amenities

There is a restaurant on the property along with craft vendors that cater to local and overseas tourists. There is a male and female restroom and six shower stalls.

Fees & Hours

Entrance Fee: Entrance is free; $100 user fee for use of the changing room which is waived if food is purchased from the restaurant on the property; $200 user fee for the shower.
Opening Hours: Restricted based on operation of the restaurant.

Things to do

The area is fit for strolling, jogging, swimming, dining, glass bottom boat tour and shopping for local crafts. There are also a number of large hotels in proximity to the beach including Jewel Paradise Cove Beach Resort & Spa, FDR and Cardiff Resort and Spa.

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