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Bak A Yaad

2.5 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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West End Road, Negril, Westmoreland
  • Place, Rick's Cafe
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Negril Lighthouse
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Negril Cliffs
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Cabin

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Negril

Located in West End, Bak A Yaad is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Negril Cliffs and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Time Square Mall. This 22-room hotel has private in-room pools along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Rick's Cafe - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Negril Lighthouse - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Joseph's Cave - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Negril Cliffs - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Barney's Botanical Garden Jamaica - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick's Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spice Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MyBeach jamaica - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Push Cart - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Bak A Yaad

Guests of Bak A Yaad enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
42-inch Smart TVs come with Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers. Other standard amenities include private pools and local meal delivery service. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Private pool
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Bak A Yaad Hotel
Bak A Yaad Negril
Bak A Yaad Hotel Negril

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Bak A Yaad?

This hotel is situated in West End, just steps from Rick's Cafe. You'll also find Seven Mile Beach and Negril Cliffs within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Bak A Yaad?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bak A Yaad on Jul 17, 2026 start from $54, including 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 parking available on site at Bak A Yaad?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Bak A Yaad include a casino on the premises?

No, Bak A Yaad doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bak A Yaad?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Bak A Yaad a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a private pool, premium bedding, and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Bak A Yaad?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Bak A Yaad have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Bak A Yaad doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Bak A Yaad allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Bak A Yaad.

Are there connecting rooms at Bak A Yaad?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bak A Yaad?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Bak A Yaad that offer a balcony.

Bak A Yaad Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service, clean rooms, and location. Great staff that was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very helpful and vibe perfect. By no means is it luxury but the gardens are really nice. Used pool at Ricks no problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect 😍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely weekend at Bak A Yaad. The grounds are beautiful. It was easy to upgrade our reservation to a cabin with more amenities when we checked in. The cabin and common areas were tidy and well-kept. Walking distance to great restaurants and small grocery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kori

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pros: Sanctuary like exotic garden landscape, cute cottages, friendly staff, ample parking, swimming pool! Love the louvre windows! Cons: Part of Bathroom shower wall is made of drywall and has moisture damage in my cottage - please fix (meaning change that wall to concrete). Also shower floor needs proper cleaning. Water was not hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

RENATA

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No water , no AC , and shared bathroom . I would like my money back , we only stayed there for 20-30 minutes and we left this property. It is not as described in Orbitz
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down my favorite back packer place to stay at in Jamaica!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a Treasure

My stay was quite glorious. Ami and Ms. Elaine are delightful people who served us with the greatest hospitality! I will definitely come again…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

O'Neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
They had no A/C for the basic rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Silja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was expecting a room with 2 beds, got 1 bed and one blow up bed with a bit of a leak during night. But all over it was very nice and safe place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were HOT with only a ceiling fan! Need a vent to the hall and a mirror and some wall hooks would be nice to have in the room. Staff is WONDERFUL and very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaycia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my short stay at this property. The cottages are quaint and comfortable. I felt secluded, peaceful and safe with lots of nature all around. The pool is small but adequate for a warm dip. The host was pleasant and properly introduced us to the options for dining and entertainment around the area. However Alecia, the housekeeper, was the real star of our experience. She was friendly, helpful and courteous without ever being pushy. She seems to really to enjoy intetacting with guests. I would definitely rerurn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An EPIC Jamaican Tropical Paradise that's the BEST

Negril finally has my "go-to" spot: Bak A Yaad Hostel & Cottages! Initially, I booked a week, but this hidden gem was so incredible, I extended my stay four or five times. Nestled in the beautiful West End, Bak A Yaad is a family-owned oasis managed by the wonderful Jordan, his brother Cameron, and their amazing staff – Allecia, Elaine, and their local team. Words can't do justice to how amazing Bak A Yaad is. From the diverse range of accommodations to the incredible hospitality, everything about this place is perfect for an epic Jamaican experience. As a retired Navy veteran and ocean enthusiast, I'm searching for a diving base for Wounded Warriors, veterans, and their families. Bak A Yaad's location, atmosphere, and values perfectly align with my vision. I see a future filled with introducing these heroes to scuba diving, collaborating on coral reef restoration projects, fostering local education, and empowering communities through online income generation. Bak A Yaad is more than just a place to stay for me, it's a springboard for creating positive change in Jamaica and the local communities & especially the educational resources to the children.
Bak A Yaad's colorful sign you'll see at the entrance of the property
My version of a Jamaican Jerk Chicken Scramble Eggs Breakfast I enjoyed on the patio at Bak A Yaad everyday because of their full kitchen access!
Negril's EPIC Sunset & Dining views just a short walk away is an absolute must!
Bak A Yaad's spacious & relaxing pool deck offers lounges and a few umbrella covered tables & chairs for a snack, lunch or whatever your desire for some shade.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Set in a private Jamaican Jungle with pool!

I can't say enough about Bak A Yaad, in my 30+ yrs of traveling as an original "Cyber Gypsy" :o), this is top 3 in Hostels & hybrid Resorts that offer a multi-tiered accommodations with a hostel, private rooms & private cottages all set in an ancient Jamaican Jungle! I booked multiple stays after my first few days in the private single rooms, with small queen or double size bed I think, plenty of space for 1 or 2 people & Super Clean! There were a couple little suggestions I made to Jordan, the owner, who's on site & a very friendly & welcoming, dual citizen I think he said Jamaican & US via Miami, either way the whole staff at Bak A Yaad are just fantastic, especially also the local Jamaican housekeepers Elaine & Allecia are both sweethearts, mother & daughter actually (Please make sure to drop them a tip, a little bit helps them a lot, cool my fellow travelers & digital nomads, gotta spread some LOVE especially on this magical island of Jamaica!) :o) The property overall is set in a little private jungle across from Rick's Cafe in the West End but you'd never know it as the double high walls on the outer property & the high security gated inner walls along with the tall trees on the property all over drown out any noise that comes from Rick's, plus it's a place you got to visit for the overall entertainment value not to mention the EPIC NEGRIL JAMAICA SUNSETS are best viewed sipping a cold one from their patio! Location, atmosphere, amenities & staff you'll love it!
Front gate
Fish pond in garden setting of property
Epic Negril Jamaican Sunset from Rick's Cafe across the road
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My new Jamaican Paradise Home Away from Home!

I had stayed here @Bak A Yaad once before recently beginning my Jamaican adventure for several days and loved everything about it! So I decided to come back for sure when I extended my stay in Negril. From the fantastic location and secluded Jamaican jungle style of the resort itself, a laid-back relaxing pool deck area & refreshing pool to the convenience of having a full kitchen access, BBQ & a community clubhouse with wide screen smart TV, ping-pong table & plush couches to interact & network with other international travelers I've already extended my trip by 2 weeks with most of it staying right here, because this place just can't be beat for value & everything else are bonuses! To top all the great aspects of Bak-A-Yaad, the owner Jordan is a Jamaican & US citizen, a cool dude along with his younger brother Cameron and their absolutely sweethearts of housekeeping, Elaine & Allecia (local Jamaican mother & daughter), they keep the property pristine - hard to do considering the jungle setting & the rooms, bathrooms & showers very clean & tidy! (PS-make sure you drop the ladies a little something before you leave, they work very hard keeping everywhere clean especially the common use kitchen area!) :o) And if you decide to extend your Jamaica trip like I did or return to this little hidden gem in the near future I think you'll find them all welcoming you back like old friends & family, I did for sure, now if they'll only let me move in for good I'll be set for life! LOL!
Bak A Yaad sign on the front wall at gate entrance
A little waterfall & fish pond in the middle of the Jamaican jungle
Picnic area surrounded by nature
Ricks Cafe Negril is across the street with nightly EPIC SUNSETS!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Maria Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Misleading pictures and descriptions!

First, I want to clarify that my feedback is based on the expectation set by the hotel’s presentation on hotels.com. From the descriptions and images provided, there was no indication that the accommodations would be hostel-like, particularly concerning shared bathrooms and showers. This discrepancy was surprising. My intent is not to disparage but to express that the reality of our stay did not align with the expectations set by the advertisement. I believe transparency in the amenities offered, including the nature of the accommodations, is crucial for informed decision-making by potential guests. This is not a hotel. It’s a hostal and the pictures and information provided are misleading. We rented a single room and in the pictures there were very cozy tiny home type accommodation with full bathroom. For us it’s a very negative surprise to realise the rooms were in a second room of a building at the very end of the property. Plus the most negative surprise was that that we had to share the toilet and shower with the entire floor. There are one set for men and other set for women. The property is across the Rick Coffee. It’s very famous because it offers paid cliff jumping, and ridiculously loud party at the sun set. So, However, the (hostel) rooms were very silent on the night. The property has swimming room and extremely beautiful tropical tres. It has a large private parking. Nonetheless, when we arrived by car , we asked a local to direct us to Bak a Yaad. The loca
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Matratze und Kopfpolster waren gut zum Schlafen. Der Pool bot frühmorgens eine gute Erfrischung. Die Küche war ungepflegt und unhygienisch
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Isabele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
O quarto estava impecável! Lindo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Em frente ao Rick's café, 10 min de carro da 7mile beach, cabana completa com fogão elétrico, forninho, cafeteira, microondas. A limpeza me deixou um pouco na dúvida pós tinha papel no vaso sanitário quando cheguei. Algumas pequenas teias de aranha poderiam ter sido removidas na limpeza também mas nada q atrapalhe. O local é bem rústico e a única coisa q me incomodou de verdade foi a escuridão a noite! Vi que tinham luminárias nos postes mas não eram acesas a noite. Voltaria a me hospedar com Certeza
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostel bem sossegado

Fui atendida por uma moça muito gentil na recepção. O quarto que fiquei era exatamente como na foto, mas com banheiro compartilhado, tem cozinha para uso comum, porém não usei, o ambiente é bem sossegado, praticamente em frente ao Ricks Café, mas distante de outras coisas. Considero uma estadia cara, mas dado todas as demais coisas no país, é algo normal, o custo de vida deles não é barato. Mesmo assim, eu voltaria a ficar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kashekia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026