Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 outdoor pools and beach bars
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and 2 beach bars. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, spa services, and concierge services. Change of towels is available on request.
El Ben Cabañas offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to balconies. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at El Ben Cabañas. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Belize Barrier Reef. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
Free WiFi in some public areas
Free self parking
Enjoy garden views while dining at T & T Bar and Grill
Full breakfast served daily for a fee
Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
Services include a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
Onsite recreation includes bike rentals and kayaking
Steps from Belize Barrier Reef and 13 minutes by foot from Caye Caulker Beach
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.
For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English, Spanish
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
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 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.
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
Payment types at the property
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
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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
El Ben Cabañas Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Spent the most wonderful week at El Ben where we celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. We definitely picked the best place to stay on Caye Caulker with the best people. Just felt like family. Thank you so much for making our 50th so special. Xoxo Frank & Lynn
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!
Overall the property is beautiful. Our room was lovely and the food at the restaurant was very good. The grounds are also remarkable.
However, the location is terrible! We had not realized that the island is split into two parts and EVERYTHING you want to do from snorkelling to shopping to bars snd restaurants is on the south side…. This hotel is in the north!!
We were very restricted as to how late we could stay out as the boat transfers from the hotel and the island ferry service only goes until ten…. and stops much earlier when the weather is bad! We had to carefully plan when we could leave the hotel to go to town and worse , had to constantly be aware of the time when we were out as if we missed the last boat transfer we would be stuck in the south!! I would never ever stay in the North unless you desire absolute isolation and quiet!!
Finally, we had to take a 7 am ferry back to Chetumil Mexico which meant we HAD to get a boat from the hotel at no later than 6:15…. We had been assured that there would be a boat on the dock at that time. The boat was not there snd only arrived 25 minutes later ! We barely made it to our ferry!!
The boat driver didn’t even apologize for being late!!
In any case, it is a shame as outside if this the service at the hotel was outstanding….. in particular one extremely helpful and delightful woman named Sarah!!
In any event, I would unfortunately not stay here ever again despite the fact that the hotel is indeed beaituful!!
Everything about our stay was perfect. The staff were so nice and welcoming. The food and cocktails at the restaurant were great and everyone was helpful. Our stay was shortened by 2 nights because of a storm but the resort was nice enough to refund the nights lost although they didn’t had to. Britney at the desk was in contact with us the whole time to assist with boat, golf cart, tours and any request. She made our stay so much more easier and we are absolutely grateful for everything. The place is gorgeous and peaceful. We would recommend to anyone!
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.
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.
Everything was wonderful. All staff members were friendly, attentive , and helpful. Restaurant was good. Visited during slow season and everything was quiet & peaceful. Access to town via complimentary water taxi was essential. Will absolutely stay again. Definitely advise to bring mosquito repellent.
The A/C should’ve been better. It was not strong enough for being in that type of hot environment. The ocean front smells bad because of the water. But everything else was beautiful and very nice.
Amazing stay at a beautiful property! Staff were genuinely friendly and helpful, rooms were lovely and the property was everything needed for rest and relaxation. Though away from the North side of the island- they have a boat and a golf cart to get you across as you wish. Food was also good!
Employees was very outgoing with everything, but the receptionist and bartender was beyond great.
Aleem
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Jose, Kenner
Travelled with partner
19 Jun 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The place did not have a beach area. It was too hot inside the room, with inadequate air conditioning. Additionally, the bathroom shared the same roof as the room.
Jose
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
dawn
Travelled with partner
18 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was responsive when alerted to air conditioner malfunction and were able to move us to another cabana. However, this cabana had structural issues in the flooring that would trip you if not careful. Also-as they are authentic roofs particles fall from them fairly constantly. Be aware that the 'north side' is away from the more active/party side of the island: this is what we were looking for but may not be for everyone.
From beginning to end this place was absolutely amazing. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. My husband and I went fishing one day and the chef at the restaurant was kind enough to cook our fish for us. He did an amazing job. Very thankful.
Loved my stay at El Ben’s! The property never felt crowded during our stay, or too noisy ant any point. Our cabaña was clean and spacious. The food was delicious, and the staff were so friendly and approachable. The office staff was extremely accommodating to our needs (I messaged them a lot LOL), and really made us feel like our stay was seamless. Whenever we needed to book a boat/golf cart to the mainland or the Spit to Split Ferry we were able to do so with ease. They even helped us book our snorkeling excursion (which was also a 10/10 with EZ Boy Tours). It was the perfect relaxing, secluded environment my fiancé and I were looking for, for this birthday trip. We would definitely stay here again when visiting Caye Caulker!
Bahtara
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Byron Val
Travelled with partner
13 May 2024
Liked: Amenities
It was heaven on earth. The staff couldn’t have been more friendly and accommodating. The room was amazing as it was clean, restful and quiet. The food at the restaurant was delicious and economical. We had everything taken care of by the staff as far as getting to and from the airport. Highly recommended from this traveler.