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El Ben Cabañas

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 outdoor pools and beach bars

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 outdoor pools
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View
Cocktail bar, poolside views, open daily
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

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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Room options

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Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Caye Caulker, El Ben Cabañas is on the waterfront. Caye Caulker Marine Reserve is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Belize Barrier Reef and Caye Caulker Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
North End, Caye Caulker

What's nearby

  • The Split - 15 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Caye Caulker Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Caye Caulker Marine Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Playa Asuncion - 11 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court - 17 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Caye Caulker (CUK) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

El Ben Cabañas

Hotel near Belize Barrier Reef
Located close to Caye Caulker Marine Reserve and The Split, El Ben Cabañas provides 2 beach bars, a garden and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, T & T Bar and Grill, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information, a dock and local meal delivery service
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at El Ben Cabañas feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries, showers and hairdryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • El Ben Poolside Bar
  • T & T Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does El Ben Cabañas have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is El Ben Cabañas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Ben Cabañas?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Ben Cabañas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at El Ben Cabañas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Ben Cabañas located?

Situated on the boardwalk, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Belize Barrier Reef and Caye Caulker Beach. Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court and Playa Asuncion are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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El Ben Cabañas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 226 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the seclusion, the hospitality of the staff and the amazing food and drinks at the restaurant/bar.
Well lit pathway through the resort.
Lovely local critters
Our cabana
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunjung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at this resort! Friendly staff and clean rooms! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Times with the team at El Ben.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was accessible and affordable. The location was very intimate. The scenery was beautiful. I will definitely be back with a longer visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice stay on the north side of the island
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice cabins on the shore, well integrated in the landscape. Staff friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jader

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, romantic, staff was friendly and attentive. Food in restaurant was probably some of the best I had while in Belize. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

The staff is so friendly
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a hiking trail around the property, clean pool, delicious food and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and nice clean rooms. Great food and staff went above and beyond!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a wonderful time at El Ben! It was our first visit, and we're already dreaming of returning. The hotel itself is adorable, but the true highlight was the incredible staff. From the moment we arrived until we checked out, they were consistently helpful, kind, and always available. What really impressed us was how they greeted us by name immediately – it made us feel so welcome, like regulars! The food at the restaurant was also a standout; we enjoyed the most delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout our entire stay. The bartenders were equally friendly and always happy to see us. A huge thank you to the entire El Ben team, especially the manager, receptionists, captain, chef, and bartenders. You truly made our trip unforgettable! We can't wait to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Amenities
We had a great time and they were very accommodating and friendly. We liked being on the quieter north island but it was really easy to get to the South Island between their boat shuttle and a golf cart ride to the ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful & the restaurant was awesome. Wish we could have stayed longer!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Ben is a beautiful resort. The staff is so nice and friendly. They make it easy to get to the other side of the caye. The breakfast is delicious! Definitely get the Belizean breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at the hotel was super friendly. The complimentary boat and golf cart pick up are great. They were super responsive over whatsapp and helped us book things. The restaurant staff and food are also great. Highly recommend if youre staying in Caye Caulker
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Great food at the t&t restaurant Staff was awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet property. Great transportation options to the split. Staff was friendly & accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the staff were amazing. Would have liked to see more hammocks and places to sit to enjoy the views. Ate at the resort several times, excellent food and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs, location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

egor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, nice and quite but close to the main town. Just need to take a 1 minute boat ride. Staff is wonderful, very accommodative.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The dining was excellent very friendly staff. Boat captain also very nice. Pool area disappointing lacking seating and decking needing restoration.waterfront smells from Sargassum.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The food was great. They offer free boat rides to the south side of the island all throughout the day, which is great. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025