Yaad away from Yaad

Yaad Away From Yaad is a locally owned hospitality and dining establishment based in Manchioneal / Muirton Pen, Portland, Jamaica.

It provides travellers and residents with authentic Jamaican experiences that blend local cuisine, culture and community hospitality in a relaxed rural setting.

The business serves as a welcoming retreat for those seeking immersion in traditional coastal life in eastern Portland.

Yaad Away From Yaad is known for its warm, home-style environment reflecting the laid-back rhythm of rural Jamaica.

Yaad Away From Yaad offers simple, comfortable rooms — including sea-view and garden-view options — each equipped with air conditioning and a fully-equipped kitchenette, so you can enjoy self-catered stays at your own pace.

The name “Yaad Away From Yaad,” a Jamaican expression meaning “home away from home,” captures the business’s core ethos: to provide visitors with a space that feels both familiar and rooted in local identity.

As part of the small-town economy in Portland Parish, Yaad Away From Yaad supports local farmers, fishers and artisans by sourcing ingredients and materials nearby.

The business contributes to the parish’s growing eco- and cultural-tourism landscape, offering travellers an alternative to larger, resort-based experiences.