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El Ben Cabañas

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Belize Barrier Reef

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Property grounds
Point of interest
Terrace/patio
2 outdoor pools
Dock
Escape to El Ben Cabañas, where turquoise waves meet vibrant island culture. Relax at the 2 beach bars, indulge in a rejuvenating massage or take a leisurely bike ride along Caye Caulker's shores.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 beach bars
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry

For families (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
The current price is R4 405
R4 801 total
includes taxes & fees
06 May - 07 May

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Champagne service
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
North End, Caye Caulker

What's nearby

  • Caye Caulker Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Caye Caulker Marine Reserve - 7 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Swallow Caye Wildlife Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Caye Caulker (CUK) - 1 min drive
  • Caye Chapel (CYC) - 1 min drive
  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 28 min drive
  • Belize City (TZA-Belize City Municipal) - 20.1 miles/32.3 km
  • Philip S. W. Goldson Intl. Airport (BZE) - 24.1 miles/38.7 km

Restaurants

  • Lazy Lizard
  • Ice and Beans
  • Iguana Beach Bar
  • Sip n' Dip
  • Swings Bar And Restaurant

About this property

El Ben Cabañas

El Ben Cabañas offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Belize Barrier Reef. Guests can indulge in massages, and T & T Bar and Grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a garden. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Kayaking
  • Beach nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Dock
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

T & T Bar and Grill - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
El Ben Poolside Bar - This poolside cocktail bar serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during June, December, November, October, September, and August.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

El Ben Cabañas Hotel
El Ben Cabañas Caye Caulker
El Ben Cabañas Hotel Caye Caulker

Frequently asked questions

Is El Ben Cabañas currently open?

The property is closed during June, December, November, October, September, and August.

Does El Ben Cabañas offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Ben Cabañas does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at El Ben Cabañas?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at El Ben Cabañas?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at El Ben Cabañas?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Ben Cabañas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at El Ben Cabañas and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 beach bars and spa services. El Ben Cabañas also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Ben Cabañas?

Yes, T & T Bar and Grill offers alfresco dining and garden views.

Does El Ben Cabañas have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around El Ben Cabañas like?

El Ben Cabañas is located on the boardwalk/promenade, a short 1-minute walk from Belize Barrier Reef and 13 minutes' walk from Caye Caulker Beach.

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El Ben Cabañas Reviews

Reviews

9,4

Exceptional

9,8/10

Cleanliness

9,6/10

Staff & service

9,0/10

Amenities

9,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Food
Room
Restaurant
Islands
Water
Bar
Beach
Boating
Cocktails

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant served delicious meals with consistently high-quality food and excellent service. (10 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and a highlight of the stay, with the Belizean breakfast being a particular favorite. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place. Great food at the t&t restaurant Staff was awesome
darla, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love it!

Beautiful and peaceful location. Easy access to the activities of the South Island. Great service and food at T&T’s was wonderful!
Becky, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Book it

We loved our stay! The property is clean, quiet, and the staff is lovely. It’s a great place to stay that’s away from the commotion but still easily accessible to the South Island on their nice private boat. The food in the restaurant was great too, we ate both breakfast and dinner there.
Erin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time staying on the same trip to Belize. It was so good we had to go back for more time!!
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is phenomenal!!
Mary, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

You Won’t be Disappointed!!

Absolutely wonderful experience and exceptional facilities! It’s secluded, quiet, beautiful, clean and safe. Special shout out to the incredibly kind and supportive staff who really make this place a whole other level. I’m so grateful to all of them for making our stay so convenient and comfortable!
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff is very helpful and pleasant. Boat available many times throughout day to go back and forth across spliit. Cabanas are nice thougg given construction expect to hear neighbours some if you are in a duble sided cabana. Restaurant was good.
Linda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome Property and the staff were all extremely friendly!! Definitely staying there on my next stay!! We loved it
Vanessa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing, helpful and friendly. The sheets were so soft I wanted to take them home
Nancy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, outstanding restaurant and service. The staff was amazing. It was surrounded by palms and meticulously taken care of. The bed was so comfortable and the shower was huge. I am definitely going back. Loved it there.
Ellen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Sean, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful and super friendly staff! Captain Mike was the best!!
Molly, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I feel like I am and family the staff are really sweet and nice , they give great transportation and te restaurant are amazing
Lorena, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hideaway in caye caulker

Nice clean new resort. Rooms were well done. Service staff were excellent - great service in the bar. Nice boat to take u to town.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property tea with cabanas located right on the ocean. I arrive by ferry from Belize city… And the property sent over a boat for the short trip to the cabanas. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Restaurant menu with limited. I would definitely rebook.
Stephanie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!! Everything we were looking for and more. Anytime we travel near Belize we will be stopping for a few days at El Ben. Freddy, Melvin, Justin and the rest of the staff you were all amazing. Special shout-out to Bigs in the back the food was phenomenal.
John, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and property were top notch. Not in the heart of Caye Caulker but easy to access if you are so inclined.
Christina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was extremely clean and well kept. Beautiful lush, tropical grounds. Everyone was we encountered during our 3-day stay was kind and accommodating. Everything we tried at the restaurant on-site was tasty and fresh. If you are looking for somewhere quiet and secluded El Ben, is for you!
Gina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!

We had the best time! Everyone was super helpful and inviting. Our room was great, view was pretty good too. Morning coffee outside or out on the dock. We couldnt have asked for a better place to stay or vacation! The restaurant and bar never let us down! Shuttle boat made this easy, and the drivers were awesome! The island was new to us but we figured it out pretty well. We will definitely be back!!!
Britni, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My wife & I stayed here recently for a wedding at another property. We loved El Ben! The staff was great & so accommodating. The golf cart availability & boat back & forth from the south end were so convenient.
Justin, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice resort with great food

Our cabana was nice, but the air conditioner could not keep up with the heat. Our first night we sweat through the night and slept on top of the covers. The next morning they looked at the AC and said it was frozen over and had been repaired. 8 hours later - still the same situation. They changed us to a smaller room that was more like a hotel style and the room was much cooler. Restaurant had great food and service. We really enjoyed the nearby beach ($5BZD) too! One other note. The pool bar opened up one day when we were the only ones there. The music was blasted so loud for no reason. I tried to order drinks and the bartender couldn't even hear me without yelling. We asked him to turn it down and it went from a 10 to an 8. We finally gave up an left. A few hours later though it was at a more reasonable level, but the pool bar should be for the guest's enjoyment...not the employees.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the ambiance of the property I didnt like that when it rained, thebproperty leaked, but it did rain really hard
Marc, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort!
keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were incredible! They felt like family. The food at their restaurant, T&T, was excellent as well. Special transportation options with their own skiff we're also available. The bungalows were well appointed and super comfortable.
Robert, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

The property itself was aesthetic and clean. Opportunities for activities or ways to pass time are, however, limited. Due to its location on a separated island, there are almost no options for local restaurants, beaches, bars, or other activities. The on site restaurant is quite overpriced. It is connected to a more popular island with a ferry which costs 5 BZ per person per ride. For a more engaging experience, I would recommend simply going to a resort on this other island (south side) instead.
Chris, 4-night trip