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

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
North End, Caye Caulker
  • The Split
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Caye Caulker Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Playa Asuncion
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Caye Caulker (CUK)

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 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
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 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
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 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
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 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
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Caye Caulker

At El Ben Cabañas you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Belize Barrier Reef and within 15 minutes of Caye Caulker Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 beach bars and a restaurant. .The restaurant, T & T Bar and Grill, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. El Ben Poolside Bar is the hotel's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and lunch. Enjoy access to kayaking and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Caye Caulker hotel include Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court and Playa Asuncion.

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

About this property

El Ben Cabañas

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 outdoor pools and beach bars
El Ben Cabañas offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at El Ben Cabañas. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Caye Caulker hotel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El Ben Cabañas offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

What is the cancellation policy at El Ben Cabañas?

El Ben Cabañas offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at El Ben Cabañas?

Yep, El Ben Cabañas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to El Ben Cabañas?

Yep, El Ben Cabañas is a short 13-minute walk from Caye Caulker Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at El Ben Cabañas?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does El Ben Cabañas have a pool?

El Ben Cabañas has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

What makes El Ben Cabañas a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and couples dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Ben Cabañas.

Is El Ben Cabañas family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, 2 outdoor pools and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that El Ben Cabañas is a hit with families.

Does El Ben Cabañas serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Ben Cabañas?

No, El Ben Cabañas does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Ben Cabañas?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Ben Cabañas?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Ben Cabañas?

No, pets are not allowed.

El Ben Cabañas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 223 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

8/10 Good

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Stephanie

Travelled with family
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

Dawn

Travelled with group
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

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No beach area, no place to put the kayaks. Not enough beach chairs around the pool. Dining was good, and dining staff were very friendly as were housekeeping and the boat captain
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen serving staff was lazy was easier to get stuff mfself everyone else was great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Innogen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is amazing. Very sweet cabanas as well as a gorgeous beachside property. If I were to go back to Caye caulker I would choose to stay on the south side rather than the north - however el ben had a complimentary private boat on a pretty frequent schedule going back and forth so it wasn’t too much of a problem that there wasn’t much going on around the resort.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
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

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Five stars isn’t enough for El Ben Cabanas. Our cabana was decorated beautifully for our anniversary upon arrival. The staff was so friendly and attentive and welcoming. The location is very accessible from the more active areas of the island but it’s separate enough that it’s nice and quiet all the time. My morning coffee on the porch watching the sunrise and listening to the birds was the perfect start to each day. Bikes, golf carts and water taxi were available to get around, no issues. Property was perfectly manicured, clean and beautiful. Sadie (housekeeping/room decorator extraordinaire!) and Melvin were especially wonderful but the entire staff was top notch. Already planning our next visit. Thank you, El Ben!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber, Hamilton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, convenient for Caye Caulker would highly recommend. Staff were friendly, highly attentive and professional. We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was so beautiful…and was so easy to go across the Split to the South end. They give you a ride anytime on their golf cart to ferry…and you call them when you come back. The restaurant was absolutely outstanding. Wonderful dinner selections, great drinks and very, very reasonable prices. Not expensive! Really no beach to speak of…but there is a beach down the road with chairs and they will take you there. Love the customer service!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very loud if you stay in a cabana by the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Centuria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort was beautiful, staff was wonderful and accommodating. We were hesitant about staying on the North side of The Split but worked out great. There were no resorts or hotels that compared to El Ben on the South side and between the El Ben boat and the rides to The Split, it ended up being no problem to be on the North. Plus it's much quieter. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Hilary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We did not get into our room until 1 am. We had left to go to across the split to enjoy the island while our room was being ready and didn't return in time to get in. This was partially our fault but the lady was very disgruntled letting us in at this hour and even commented that I must still be feeling "high and drunk" from the night before, very unprofessional and unacceptable. The location was not handy as it was across the water and the mode to get back was cumbersome. I recommend somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First off, El Ben was fantastic and would or will stay again! The top thing was the excellent staff. (Johannes, Zion, Melvin, Freddy, Keith, Mike, Magdaleno and more who I’m surely skipping) So friendly and helpful! Food was great with enough choices and decent prices for the quality (chef was just booked for a wedding at another site because people loved his food). Easy free boat access across the split. Minor improvements that could make it better: make sure guests know to drink the bottled water instead of tap, add a few rolling umbrellas to the pools, and switching to refillable large soap/shampoo containers mounted in the shower might make it easier and eco-friendly. Again these are just improvements and not complaints, because we don’t have any complaints! North Side is great if you like peace and quiet for sleeping and relaxing but you are 5 minutes or less from the busier South Side when you want it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025