When you stay at El Ben Cabañas in Caye Caulker, you'll be on the boardwalk/promenade, just steps from Belize Barrier Reef and 13 minutes by foot from Caye Caulker Beach. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Caye Caulker Marine Reserve.
What's nearby
Caye Caulker Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Caye Caulker Marine Reserve - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
The Split - 12 min drive - 0.8 miles
Playa Asuncion - 16 min drive - 1.2 miles
Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court - 17 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
Caye Caulker (CUK) - 1 min drive
Restaurants
Lazy Lizard
Iguana Beach Bar
Ice and Beans
Swings Bar And Restaurant
Chef Kareem’s Unbelizeable Lunch - 11 min drive
About this property
El Ben Cabañas
El Ben Cabañas offers 23 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 on request.
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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 23 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Grab a bite to eat at T & T Bar and Grill, a poolside restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 beach bars.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
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 (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Dock
Garden
On the boardwalk/promenade
On the waterfront
Spa
Massage
Spa services
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
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 7:00 AM - 9:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
El Ben Cabañas Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We absolutely loved our stay at El Ben. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly from start to finish, the cabanas were gorgeous, clean and super comfortable. It was very easy to arrange for transportation to and from the airport, as well as to and from the south side of the island across the split. We loved eating at Korner Stop right across from the entrance of El Ben — delicious food and sweet staff. HOWEVER... YOU MUST WEAR BUG SPRAY. The no-see-ums were relentless on the island. Wear super strong bug spray always, or douse yourself in baby oil.
Our room was spotless. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The restaurant food was very good. It was a very quiet and replaxing stay. We will return.
The staff was very nice and always helpful. Clean room and quiet area.
Alondra
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
2/10 Terrible
Wendy
Traveled with partner
Jan 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The proprietor of this high end establishment is and incredibly unethical and extremely unpleasant person. We were not treated with respect and I suggest you not stay even tho the place itself is lovely.
Wendy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Valerie
Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
What stood out the most is that the staffs are really friendly and very helpful and accommodating. The hotel or resort is great, I love the quietness, secluded from the noises. Overall stay was excellent! Love the hotel! The staffs! It was a great experience. I would recommend this hotel to friends and family. Actually I did!
The whole place was great. But what stood out was the staff. They were all very friendly, helpful and kept checking in to see if my wife (who was quite ill) to see if she was getting better. They were exceptional!
Very nice rooms, very clean and comfortable, great water pressure. Grounds were clean and well kept though after heavy rain some of the paths were flooded (what do you expect being at literal sea-level). Staff was superb and helped me both with a booking issue (resolved wonderfully) and any questions I had about town and other bookings. It is on the north island making getting to town a bit harder but their boat and the ferry are pretty convenient but you do have to plan extra time for them. Great overall
Room was super clean. On arrival to the site, we were greeted with 2 drinks and an overview of the amenities and services the hotel provides. Very professional and pleasant stay all around!
The staff were wonderful, they were helping us on any issue that required assistance.
Lovely quiet place, with free transportation to other locations on the Islad.
The rooms were clean and the staff was courteous and helpful. It would have been nice to have more amenities, such as hammocks or lounge chairs to relax in. There weren’t a lot of spaces for visitors to kick back and relax.