It is always best to get a personal reference, so…I won’t keep you wondering…we loved our stay here and highly recommend it! The top-rated rankings are for good reason!

Here is our review of Colinda Cabanas and all the reasons we found it to be a great place to stay.

Why We Loved Colinda Cabanas

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There were so many reasons to love Colinda Cabanas and here are a few of them!

Location of Colinda Cabanas

One of the things that we really enjoyed about Colinda Cabanas was the location. It is right on the ocean on the quiet southern end of the island.

We found it to be the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility.

A short bike ride will take you to the island’s vibrant center, where you can explore local shops, restaurants, and bars but when you are at the property you will only hear the breeze in the trees.

If you are wanting to be in the party area of town…then, this might not be the place for you.

However, we were looking for peace and quiet and relaxation and we found the location to be perfection!

The Accommodations

There are 14 suites and cabins on the property which are a delightful mix of rustic charm and modern comfort.

They are all nestled beautifully on the property in the shade of the palm trees with enough space between them for a bit of privacy.

Each unit is features bright, tropical colors that enhance the island vibe.

I loved the bright blue and yellow paint on the exterior! The rooms are immaculately clean, well-ventilated, and equipped with all the essentials for a comfortable stay.

Starting on the oceanfront there are 4 beachfront suites with direct ocean views. These are in two buildings with an upper and lower suite.

Behind those are the ocean view rooms. This is where we stayed! We were on the upper level and could see the ocean from our balcony with the view partially blocked by the cabanas in front of us.

This photo shows the view from the little table where we would have our morning coffee!

All of the rooms mentioned above have a full kitchen as well as a bathroom and bedroom. It is important to be aware that the beachfront and ocean view suites have air-conditioning in the bedroom ONLY.

Further back on the property sit the garden rooms. These do not have kitchens or ocean views but they do have air-conditioning.

The Caribbean Cabanas are also very charming but be aware that these do not have air-conditioning. They do, however, have ceiling fans and screened windows.

Our room was so pleasant, clean, and comfortable. It was very hot during our visit so I really appreciated the a/c in the bedroom!

We were also provided a big jug of filtered water which was SO nice to have as we were told not to drink the regular tap water on Caye Caulker.

The kitchen also had a coffee maker, a nice refrigerator which was perfect for keeping some cold drinks and was well stocked with plates, cups, utensils, and cookware.

The balconies, including ours, all had hammocks, and we also had a little table with two chairs.

Sitting outside with our coffee watching the sunrise was a gorgeous way to start the day.

Amenities

Bikes

Colinda Cabanas provides bikes for their guests which was a great perk! We loved riding our bikes everywhere on this car-free island.

Kayaks and Snorkling Gear

The cabanas are just steps away from the pristine Caribbean Sea, offering breathtaking sunrise views and easy access to water activities.

Complimentary use of Colinda Cabana’s kayaks make it easy to explore the island by paddling through the calm waters.

Dock with Palapa

The property also features a private dock that stretches out into the ocean beyond the ocean grasses that rim the edge of Caye Caulker. From here you can kayak, swim, snorkel, or simply relax in the sun.

There are hammocks strung under cover of the palapa where we spent a wonderful afternoon reading and relaxing.

BBQ Area

There is an area for grilling if you are planning to cook some of your own food.

The Grounds

The grounds were one of my very favorite things about Colinda Cabanas! Everything is so lush and shaded and well-maintained. It is just gorgeous. There are also plenty of seating areas which are perfect for a relaxing evening.

Service

We found the hospitality at Colinda Cabanas to be second to none. The hosts and staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive.

They also gave us excellent recommendations for local attractions, dining, and excursions. You can tell that they truly want you to experience the best of Caye Caulker.

Experience

Staying at Colinda Cabanas was a blissful experience that captured the essence of “Go Slow.”

It is the perfect place for a tropical escape where time slows down and the only decision you need to make is which chair to lounge in!

At Colinda Cabanas you can immerse yourself in the tranquil side of Caye Caulker. We absolutely loved it and highly recommend a stay here.

I hope that you enjoyed this review of Colinda Cabanas and found it helpful!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

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As a flight attendant I have had some great lay-overs at a resort hotel in Cabo.

However, when my husband and I travel to Cabo on our own we prefer staying in a vacation rental! Here is my list of the most incredible Airbnbs in Cabo San Lucas!

Incredible Airbnbs in Cabo San Lucas

(I do not own any of the properties on this list. Photos are courtesy of Airbnb. Some of the links are affilate and I may make a small amount of money if you book at no extra charge to you)

Casa Carlos

Can you imagine lying in that hammock…on that porch…with that view?!

Casa Carlos is definitely a wonderful Cabo Airbnb!

This is a spotless studio apartment with amazing views and a wonderful patio for relaxing. It is in a safe and gated neighborhood that is just a short drive away from the downtown area. Casa Carlos gets rave reviews!

Villa Del Toro Rojo

The host of Villa Del Toro Rojo is the number 1 rated Superhost in the area!

This is a big and beautiful Cabo vacation rental that is perfect if you are traveling with a group.

There are 6 bedrooms, 7 bed, and 7 baths! It is located in the private gated community of Pedregal in the hills above Cabo San Lucas.

Even though you will have privacy you are only a mile to the center of town.

Honeymoon Dream Beachfront Condo

This stylish and modern Honeymoon Dream beachfront condo will take your breath away!

Feel your cares slip away as you listen to the sound of the ocean and feel the sand under your feet.

This is an oversized studio condo with a private balcony located on one of the most beautiful, private and secluded beaches of Cabo. This one is a must see!

Casa Los Ajos

This studio apartment with a private patio, kitchenette, and access to the pool is located in a gated community with 24hr security and private swimmable beach.

Casa Los Ajos is small Airbnb, but it is cozy and functional. You will have your own private entrance to your apartment.

Resort Suite + Pool + Bar

This Luxury Studio Suite has a king bed as well as a queen sofa bed. There is also a kitchenette and either a balcony or patio.

Best of all this Airbnb in Cabo is located in a resort with an onsite restaurant and a pool bar. This is the perfect place to enjoy a Cabo getaway!

Vista Del Mar – Ocean and City Views

Vista Del Mar is a light and bright condo only 10 minutes walking to downtown Cabo San Lucas and the marina.

Nearby Medano Beach is known for its beautiful white sand and bright blue water.

Guests will also have full access to the beautiful rooftop pool overlooking the city. You will love dipping in the pool while enjoying the gorgeous views in this sparkling Airbnb in Cabo.

Amazing Cabo Villa – Pamillo Property

This two bedroom, two bath property is located in the prestigious Pamilla community. This property is known as Casa Miguel and is Villa 142.

Both bedrooms are master suites and have ocean views.

The large balcony has gorgeous views of both the ocean and the mountains. There is a community pool on the property that is shared by 14 villas.

The Cabo Penthouse

Looking to be a little bit above the crowds while you visit Cabo San Lucas? Check out the Cabo Penthouse also known as Casa de Benditas (house of blessings).

This one is way above it all with some of the best city views in the area. It is located in the prestigious gated community of Pedregal. Enjoy the mountain breezes from your beautiful patio.

This is a quiet three bedroom, 2 bath home which is only about a 5 minute drive to town.

Ocean Views + Free Rental Car

This amazing home has two bedrooms and two baths. But best of all are the amazing views of the Sea of Cortez. During the season you can even see whales breaching right from your bedroom.

They also give you a free rental car during your stay which is perfect for escaping to the beach just down the mountain from the property.

This is a quiet community with a 10:00pm noise ordinance making this a perfect getaway for those looking for serenity.

I hope you find the perfect Airbnb in Cabo and enjoy your vacation! Check out my post about how to get less expensive airfare without using points!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Every single dish is bursting with flavor and it is one of the main reasons I can’t stop coming back for more.

Their street tacos, homemade salsas, potent margaritas, and fresh fruit smoothies are some of my favorite options to choose from, but there is no limit to the flavor filled food you will encounter.

And the good news? I am rounding up some of my favorite cheap eats in Cabo San Lucas, so you don’t have to spend a fortune to do enjoy excellent food.

Eat now. Thank me later.

Best Cheap Restaurants in Cabo San Lucas

Cabo has a plethora of restaurants to choose from so it can be quite overwhelming upon first arrival.

With a taco stand on every corner and people beckoning you to come in and try their world-class margaritas, it can be difficult to know what to choose.

I have taken it upon myself to do the hard work for you. I’ve been taste testing to discover what are, in my humble opinion, some of the best cheap eats in Cabo San Lucas!

Let’s see what they have to offer!

Tacos, Tacos, Tacos.

You can’t go to Mexico and not eat at least one hundred street tacos. I don’t make the rules, I just obey them.

If you want to eat a darn good taco and pay not a lot, here are some restaurants you need to try.

Tacos Guss

Even though it is a bit of a walk from the marina, you won’t find Tacos Guss without a line and that’s for good reason. It is delicious!

When you first sit down they give you a huge tray of toppings like limes, fresh cilantro, pickled onions, and more, as well as an assortment of six different salsas to choose from.

These fresh salsas and toppings are the perfect compliment to their tender, fresh off the grill meats. Get the street tacos here and neither you nor your wallet will be disappointed.

TIP: They also make a delicious Pina Colada.

Taqueria El Paisa

Taqueria El Paisa is a small, low key, taco restaurant not far from the Marina. Their ingredients are fresh, fast, and full of flavor!

Locals and tourists alike flock here for a quick meal and it is a staple for us every time we visit Cabo.

TIP: They have got some seriously spicy salsa here, so tread lightly! Or dive right in if you are a spice lover like me,

La Taquiza Centro

On our last trip to Cabo we discovered La Taquiza Centro and it may now have taken the first place spot in our taco loving hearts.

The service is friendly, the decor is bright and colorful, and the guacamole is some of the best we have ever had. They also give you several different salsas to try and they are all great.

It is slightly more expensive than Tacos Guss and El Paisa, but well worth it. Make this a stop on your Cabo vacation and you will not regret it.

TIP: Order the Al Pastor tacos, I haven’t stopped thinking about them since we left.

1 & Only Taco

1 & Only Taco is a must try that we only recently discovered and LOVED. It is a super casual spot with delicious tacos. In my opinion these are the best fish tacos in town.

The service is also really kind and friendly. I will tell you that the prices here are slightly higher than some of the other taco places. However, in my opinion, it is worth it.

TIP: Have the fish tacos.

Breakfast in Cabo San Lucas

El Jarro Cafe

When I visited Mexico City a few years back, I was introduced to Chilaquiles.

This is a traditional breakfast dish that has become one of my favorites! So I was excited to see them on the menu at El Jarro Cafe and they did NOT disappoint.

This authentic, local, hole in the wall restaurant serves up delicious breakfast at cheap prices. It is slightly off the beaten path but only about a 3 minute walk from Medano beach.

I recommend ordering the Chilaquiles (duh!) the french toast, and any of their fresh, fruit smoothies. I am not exaggerating when I say that these are the best smoothies I have ever had!

TIP: If you are a coffee lover, they also have great espresso here!

Dinner in Cabo San Lucas

Las Guacamayes

Las Guacamayes is a fun and lively open air restaurant complete with live music and a full bar.

This is our favorite restaurant for dinner in Cabo, because we can experience great service, food and atmosphere at much lower price than most other dinner restaurants in Cabo San Lucas.

We always start our night here with a Pina Colada and split one of their sizzling fajita bowls for our meal.

These things are huge and more than enough to feed two.

To top things off, the fresh selections of salsas are amazing here, and you can guarantee you will not leave hungry.

TIP: Order the Orchata or try one of their unique margaritas!

Dessert

Neveria alebrijes

I know you have eaten your weight in tacos by now, but no matter how full you think you are, there is always room for dessert, right? Right.

So go ahead and make your way down to Neveria Alebrijas and get yourself a delicious popsicle or a scoop of fresh coconut ice cream. They have so many flavors to choose from!

TIP: Did I mention how good the coconut ice cream is?

Are you hungry yet?

Enjoy these cheap eats in Cabo San Lucas!

Emily

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One of the many perks of being a flight attendant is getting to fly for free! Obviously this means that spontaneous and surprise trips are so much easier and cheaper!  

On the agenda for the weekend was relaxing on the beach with a piña colada in hand, spending lots of quality time together, eating our weight in tacos, and diving the beautiful, clear waters of Cancun.

I booked a SCUBA trip and we were fortunate enough to experience the unique and one of a kind, Cancun Underwater Museum. 

Cancun Underwater Museum

What is the Underwater Museum

The Cancun Underwater Museum, also known as MUSA, is a unique, artificial reef created by the British sculptor Jason Taylor along with five other sculptors from Mexico.

It was opened in 2010 and houses over 500 sculptures, all submerged at different depths in the ocean.

Since it opened, it has been a hot spot for snorkelers and scuba divers as well as a safe haven for many different varieties of marine life. 

What is the Purpose of the Cancun Underwater Museum

MUSA was created to benefit the protection of coral reefs in Cancun. With so many tourists annually, the reefs were struggling to remain healthy and full of life. 

All the statues in the Cancun Underwater Museum are made from a pH-neutral cement, so that coral, algae, and seaweed are able to grow and develop on it easily. The statues also consist of holes, which allows the marine life to colonize and feed off the coral. 

Over time, all the statues will be covered and unrecognizable as the shapes they once were.

It will be a sanctuary for many different species of fish, sea turtles, and other marine animals. The Underwater Museum has been set up as a way for art and artists to help save the ocean. 

Great Dive Tours to Experience MUSA

We chose to go with a company called Manta Divers for our day under the sea and it was a wonderful experience.

My husband, Daniel was only recently certified to scuba dive and I hadn’t been diving in several years so I felt slightly nervous.

Our guide, Rachel, gave us a complimentary diving refresher in the pool before we went out to the ocean and it made me feel so much more relaxed!  

We got a ton of individualized attention and were able to take our time underwater with our guide pointing out all the different marine life to us. 

Here are some other diving tours that take you to the Underwater Museum of Art in Cancun (MUSA).

Our Diving Experience 

We loved getting to experience the Cancun Underwater Museum as it is something we had never seen before.

While it has only been submerged for just over a decade years, there is already so much life and growth on all the statues, and it was already home to a ton of marine life. 

It was amazing to get to see how art can be used in many different ways, not only to illicit emotions but also help our environment.

Love for the Ocean

Growing up in Florida, I grew a love for the ocean that hasn’t stopped even though I now live in a landlocked state. 

When I was young my mom would take my siblings and me to a non-profit sanctuary for injured turtles. Here they helped nurse them back to health until they were ready to be back in the ocean. It was one of my favorite places to visit and one of the first things that started my love and respect for the ocean and it’s reefs and marine life.

Most of my childhood I wanted to be a marine biologist, while this didn’t happen I still feel my happiest and most at peace when I am in the ocean.

How Can We Help our Oceans and Reefs? 

So how can we do our part to help protect the reefs? I asked my dive instructor and she gave us some of the best things we can do to observe these beautiful reefs safely.

Some of the things she told me were:

• Never touch the coral
• Make sure the sunscreen you are using doesn’t have harmful ingredients for marine life
• Never throw trash in the ocean
• Pick up any trash you see while diving
• Never take anything from the reefs to bring home as a souvenir.

It takes coral decades or longer to create reef structures, so let’s all do our part to help protect them the best that we can!

If you have the chance, you should definitely add seeing the Cancun Underwater Museum to your bucket list, you won’t regret it!

What are your favorite dive spots?

Thanks for pinning!

Emily 

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Here are all the details about and the fun things to do on Caye Caulker.

General Information About Caye Caulker

Caye Caulker is a tiny coral island that is part of Belize. It is one of the northern Cayes and is only about 5 miles long by 1 mile wide.

There are no cars on the island and the motto is “go slow.” This was a directive that we definitely followed during our time here!

It is a lovely place covered with swaying palm trees and tropical foliage, surrounded by a gleaming aqua ocean, and traversed by streets made of sand that are raked regularly.

A waterway known as The Split divides the island on the northern end. Most of the businesses and hotels are on the southern side of The Split.

The brightly painted businesses and homes all add to the charm of Caye Caulker.

And charming it is.

How do you pronounce Caye Caulker?

The Belizeans pronounce Caye as Key.

How to get to Caye Caulker

Most visitors, including us, arrive by airplane into Belize City. After your arrival you have two options for continuing on to the island of Caye Caulker.

Option 1

Take a taxi from the airport to the boat dock in Belize City where a passenger ferry will take you to the island. Currently it is $30 to ride from the airport to the ferry and about a 25 minute drive.

At the dock your bags will immediately be checked in for the ferry ride. Don’t lose the tags you are given because this Is what you will show to pick them up in Caye Caulker.

After you have your luggage tags walk to the end of the terminal to purchase your tickets and check in for the ride. You do not have to purchase ferry tickets in advance.

You are purchasing a round trip ticket so hold on to your return ticket for the ride back!

The ferries depart about every hour or so.

Option 2

Fly directly from the Belize City airport to Caye Caulker. (The airport on Caye Caulker was closed for a while but it did reopen in fall of 2023.)

If you don’t mind spending the extra money this would be a great way to go as it whisks you straight from the airport in Belize City to Caye Caulker in about 10 minutes.

Check Maya Air or Tropic Air for flights.

Money in Belize and Caye Caulker

If you are coming to Belize with US dollars you will not need to exchange money. US dollars are accepted everywhere and the exchange rate is 2 Belizean dollars to every 1 US dollar.

Be aware that once you start to pay in USD your change will be given to you in Belizean dollars or BZ. Soon you will acquire both currencies and you can pay for purchases using any combination of the two. You just have to do a little math!

Prices are always given in BZ in stores and on menus, but I would ask to be sure as you negotiate dive tours, etc.

Also be aware that there are many places that are cash only so do be prepared for that.

Transportation on Caye Caulker

There are no cars on Caye Caulker so the main form of transportation will be walking or biking. I suggest renting a bicycle if your hotel or hostel doesn’t provide them.

Be sure and ask because many accommodations do have bikes available for guests.

There are also golf carts which act as taxis.

The island is made for leisurely strolling. You rarely need to go anywhere in a hurry! We found that we loved the lack of cars and the slow pace of the island.

Food and Drinks

We were pleasantly surprised with the food on Caye Caulker. It is simple but good. It reminded me of a cross between Cuban and Mexican food, but with a flair all Belizean.

They do a lot of grilled fish and chicken and pork. All the grilled foods were delicious and I definitely recommend giving them a try.

Sadly, it was NOT lobster season while we were there. Even without lobster we enjoyed the food on Caye Caulker and we have a post about the restaurants on Caye Caulker that we tried and would recommend.

You won’t need to bring dressy clothes to dine here. You choices will mostly be very casual restaurants with sand floors or street food vendors.

No shoes, no shirt is no problem on Caye Caulker!

Best Things To Do on Caye Caulker

SCUBA or Snorkel

The reefs and waters are the main reason that tourists come to Caye Caulker.

You will have a wealth of choices for water activities. Tour guides offering snorkel and SCUBA trips are ubiquitous on the island and you will probably even be approached by locals with a boat.

The reef is easily visible from the eastern side of the island and has fantastic snorkeling less than a mile away. Boat tours are necessary and you will find plenty of choices for first time or experienced snorkelers as well as a selection of full or half day tours.

We went on a half day boat tour that took us to Shark-Ray Alley, the Coral Gardens, and the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. You might look for manatees and feed tarpon as well.

If you want a bit more adventure there are some amazing places to SCUBA dive which are a longer boat ride away.

This includes some of the most famous dive spots in the world, such as the amazing Great Blue Hole, as well as Lighthouse Reef, and Turneffe Island Atoll. The diving here will often be a mix of steep walls and coral caverns.

Belize Diving Services is considered to be the best dive shop on the island. They offer a wide range of tours and services including PADI training.

KiteSurfing

If you are looking for a little more adventure you should give Kite Surfing a try. There are a couple of companies on the island that offer this activity.

Sailing

You will also find outfits that offer sailing tours. These range from sunset cruises to three day sails with camping on various islands. There are a wide variety of options!

Check out this sunset tiki bar cruise!

Go Fishing

We saw lots of people fishing from the piers and sea walls. The places we stayed provided fishing gear and several of the guests fished regularly from the dock while we there.

You can rent fishing rods on the island, but we observed locals fishing with a just a hook, line, and weight early one morning and they had a bucket-full so perhaps you could do the same!

We were told by our host that we did not need a fishing license for dock fishing, but I would definitely double check this informations before you bait your hook!

If you want to go out on the ocean to fish there are fishing tour companies that you can book.

Do a Little Yoga

Feeling the need to stretch? Check out the yoga schedule at Namaste Cafe! This is rooftop yoga with a view.

Explore the Town

The best Caye Caulker activity if you aren’t out on the water is simply to walk around the island!

Stroll or bike up and down the sandy streets. Pop into stores. Visit with the locals who are peddling their wares at a multitude of gift shops and souvenir stands lining the streets.

Get your hair braided or enjoy a beach side massage. Check out the art gallery and have a coffee at Caribbean Colors Art Cafe. Enjoy the breeze.

Avoid stepping on one of the lazy, slumbering dogs who stake out their specific resting spots in the middle of the road. Sip a delicious icy cold pina-colada or fresh fruit juice. Rejuvenate with a Fry Jack…

It’s simply a lovely place to wander.

Enjoy nature in the less developed parts of the island

On the northernmost part of the island is the Caye Caulker Forest Reserve. This area is basically a mangrove estuary where you will find all kinds of wildlife including wading birds, crocodiles, and iguanas.

Tip: You will also see lots of mosquitos so slather on the bug spray before you go.

Local guide Richard Castillo is allowed to bring guests to the crocodile reserve within the forest reserve so be sure and check him out if you want to explore in this area.

Relax and relax some more

Bring a book. Bring your guitar. Bring your journal.

Remember the motto? Go slow. We went slow.

We did a lot of nothing on Caye Caulker because this is a legitimate activity here!. We read, we chatted, we napped, we watched the boats go by…sigh…it was perfection.

Swim or hang out near the water

Although Caye Caye Caulker is known for beautiful water it is NOT known for its beaches.

The barrier reef keeps the waves from breaking on the shore and the island is mostly surrounded by sea grass. Often the sea grass is piled up on the beaches and sometimes it gives off a bad smell.

However there are places to swim…

Off of a dock

Because of the sea grass many of the water front accommodations provide a dock that is long enough to get you past the grass and enable you to swim in clear water at the end. You will see many of these docks!

Or at The Split

Other than a dock the best place on the island to enjoy a swim and a bit of beach is at The Split. This is the busiest area of the island where many people hang out in the afternoon and evenings.

You can relax on the sea wall, play games, people watch, flirt, have drinks and food at the Lazy Lizard, sit at a picnic table halfway in the water, swim, snorkel… or do all of the above.

If you are looking for more of a classic beach you can take the ferry and…

Go to the Northside Beach Club (Formerly KoKo King)

The Northside Beach Club is a resort on the north side of the island across The Split. It is a resort with a public beach. You can only arrive by water.

The ferry to Koko King departs on the west side of the Caye Caulker almost directly across from the main ferry dock on the east side.

The ferry runs about every 15 minutes and is only about a 5 minute ride. The ride is “free” but they encourage you to buy a drink or something while at the resort at which point you will be given a wristband that guarantees your “free” ride back.

Totally worth it.

You will step off the ferry into a highly manicured, well curated island paradise. There is a small but pristine beach with white sand and aqua water. The beach chairs in the sun are free and available on a first come, first served basis.

There is also paid area where you can rent beds which hang from ropes in the shade.

A gorgeous open air bar and restaurant perched out over the ocean complete the idyllic scene.

It’s clean and pretty and relaxing albeit resort-y.

Try some street food

I spoke above about the food on Caye Caulker. There are decent restaurants but you also need to try some street food while you are there. It is cheap and delicious.

You will especially want to try a Fry Jack which is a local fried bread stuffed with a variety of either savory or sweet items. These are served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and are an inexpensive and filling meal.

Watch the sunset or sunrise

Many people watch the sun set from The Split. Or you can head to one of the bars or restaurants on the west side of the island.

Whatever you do don’t miss an opportunity to get a glimpse of the sun sinking into the ocean. The memory of the sight will stay with you for years to come.

Our cabin was on the east side of the island and we were up early enough on a couple of occasion to see the sun rise.

This was also beautiful! It’s your choice…sunrise, sunset, or perhaps both!

Party the night away

Caye Caulker is known as a party island!

Some options are hanging out at the Split and the bars around that area. The Barrier Reef Sports Bar has a funky dive and beach bar vibe with live music most nights. They have karaoke and dancing on occasion which we really enjoyed! Stop by the bar to check out their schedule.

As the night gets later you can head to the I&I Reggae Bar which has three floors, one for dancing, one with swings hanging from the ceiling and a rooftop for just chatting and relaxing.

While we were on the island Koko King threw a full moon party. So you might want to check to see if Koko King is having any events during your visit.

You will find plenty of things to do on Caye Caulker for people of all ages. I hope that you enjoy this little island as much as we did!

Thanks so much for stopping by and thanks for pinning!

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The food was better on Caye Caulker than we were expecting. I think you will be pleasantly surprised!

Sadly, it was not lobster season while we were there. Lobster season runs June 15 through February 15 and were arrived in May.

I’ve since learned that if you go during the season you can enjoy inexpensive lobster for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Pretty good reason to plan a return trip!

General Dining Information

How to dress in the Restaurants on Caye Caulker?

Just about anything goes!

The Caye Caulker restaurants are super casual. You won’t have to worry about dressing up here! Lots of places have no indoor seating and even the restaurants that do have indoor searing typically have sand floors.

People wander in barefoot straight from their snorkeling expeditions. No shoes, no shirt, you can still have service.

Street Food on Caye Caulker

There is also a great street food scene on Caye Caulker. Definitely take advantage of that.

The prices on street food are lower than in the restaurants and everything we tried was delicious.

You will find street vendors frying up Frye jacks, or grilling the catch of the day, or making papusas. Good smells drift everywhere.

How is the Service at Caye Caulker Restaurants?

The theme of Caye Caulker is GO SLOW and this seems to apply to restaurant service as well. It was never hard to get a seat, but the service could be a bit spotty.

However, it was always friendly and, hey, you’re on vacation! Go slow!

Can You Drink the Water ?

We were told that it is borderline, possibly fine, but no guarantees.

We loved that our hotel provided purified water for use in our room and we used that to have ice in our drinks when we were eating in our room.

That said we did have drinks with ice at restaurants as well as our fair share of frozen alcoholic drinks and never had a problem.

I would suggest being cautious.

Cash or Credit

You will need cash for many restaurants and definitely if you want to partake of the street food.

Best Restaurants in Caye Caulker

Chef Juan’s Kitchen and Pastries:

We LOVED Chef Juan’s kitchen and Pastries. This may have been our favorite restaurant on the island.

The location doesn’t have a view, but the food is excellent.

You order at the window and are called when your food is ready. I’ve heard that it can get a little bit busy, but it wasn’t while we were there. Everything we had here was excellent.

Pasta Per Caso Anna & Armando

Italian food…on Caye Caulker? Yes, and more than that it is really good, authentic Italian food.

The salads were great and I felt safe eating them here – it was a nice change to have something green!

The pastas are well-made, both creative and delicious. There are only two choices of pasta per day one meat and one vegetarian. We tried both and shared and thought that they were equally delicious.

This is a small place and seems to be very popular so it is one of the few restaurants in Caye Caulker that you will want to make reservations for!

Ice N’ Beans:

Coffee with a view? Pastries served with a smile? Yes, please.

Ice and Beans became our morning go-to while on Caye Caulker. They had great cappuccinos and pastries. Try the cinnamon roll!

The donuts are little and made to order so they come out piping hot from the fryer.

But mostly, it was a beautiful way to start the day sitting on their back porch, feeling the breeze, watching the palm trees sway and enjoying a cup of coffee. Sublime!

Highly recommended!!

Reina’s

Reina’s may just have the best food on the island and people definitely know about it. Because of this you should either plan to go early or be prepared to wait a bit.

The flavors are just out of this world at Reina’s and everything is SO fresh and well seasoned. Much of the meat is cooked on an open BBQ. The fish dishes are amazing but you should also try the jerk chicken.

I also loved the pineapple shrimp and my husband says that he still dreams of the snapper which was served with rice and veggies.

In my opinion this is a MUST visit restaurant on Caye Caulker.

Errolyn’s House of Fry Jacks:

You’ve just gotta have a fry jack while you are on the island. It is a local specialty and Errolyn’s is famous for them.

You will also find the street venders serving up fry jacks and that is what is in the photo below.

Basically a fry jack is fried dough that is stuffed with a filling, usually savory, occasionally sweet. Typically they are filled with things like ham and eggs, beans and cheese, chicken and ham, beans and eggs…you get the idea.

You probably wouldn’t want to eat a steady diet of fry jacks but they are a cheap and easy and filling meal! Note that it is only open for breakfast and lunch!

Chef Kareem’s UnBelizeable Lunch

To me this is one of the best and most memorable place to eat in Caye Caulker.

Chef Kareem just sets up his grill and starts cooking and his creations are amazing! His jerk chicken and pork are delicious with just the right amount of spice!

It’s just fun to sit under a tent with the ocean breezes wafting the smoke from the grill. It feels perfectly tropical.

I was SO sad that we weren’t there during lobster season because I have heard that Chef Kareem’s lobster is the best!

Namaste Cafe

Are you needing something healthy to eat after your fry jacks?

Namaste cafe is a pretty and calming place serving a healthy breakfast and lunch. My husband had their cold brew coffee and said it was wonderful. I had a smoothie and it was also delicious.

They have milk alternatives for the smoothies as well. Everything was fresh and yummy. They offer yoga classes at Namaste Cafe as well!

Paradiso Cafe:

We stopped in this restaurant on the very last day of our vacation. We had actually dismissed it earlier in the trip as probably not very good.

Why? I don’t really know! Perhaps, because it was bigger than many of the other restaurants, located right on the main drag, and actually had a real concrete floor instead of sand.

That was a mistake. We were pleasantly surprised with Paradiso Cafe.

There were floor and ceiling fans running all over the restaurant which kept things nice and cool.

My husband had a beer and I had a Coke and both were icy cold. (We found that drinks are typically served really, really COLD on Caye Caulker which was lovely in the heat.)

My grilled grouper sandwich was delicious and my husband had fried grouper which he loved.

The fries were hot and crispy and it was all-together a delicious experience. We would definitely eat here again when we return.

The Pelican Sunset Bar:

This ended up being one of our favorite little bars with some of the best drinks on the island.

It is a bit off the beaten tourists path and has excellent views!!

We really liked that it was built up off the sand and out over the water because this seemed to help keep the bugs away and provide a nice breeze.

The drinks here are excellent (try the pina colada) and I can’t imagine anywhere better to watch the sunset with a beverage in your hand.

The service is a little slow and, in my opinion, there are better places to eat…but the bar situation can’t be beat.

More Information About the Food on Caye Caulker

Hot Sauce:

Everything you are served on Caye Caulker seems to come with a side of hot sauce.

And not just any hot sauce…one specific hot sauce…Marie Sharp’s. And, y’all, puh-leeze, SO good! Habaneros are the pepper of Belize and this is a locally made habanero sauce.

The factory is in Belize City and I’ve read that you can tour it.

The sauce definitely has heat, but it also has so much flavor. It’s a perfect combination.

Marie Sharp’s is sold in all the little stores that dot the streets of Cay Caulker – not sure how such a small island can sustain so many grocery stores – they are everywhere. Of course we brought some home and now buy it regularly.

Beer:

The sun and heat and ocean air all conspire to make Caye Caulker the perfect place to have an icy cold beer. Even if you aren’t usually a beer drinker you might find yourself ordering a Belikin.

Belikin is the extremely popular brew produced by the Belize Brewing Company. They produce lagers and stouts as well as Guinness.

I confess that I am not much of a beer drinker, but I’m told that the Guinness is quite different from that which you might have had in the US or Europe. For years the Belize Brewing Company had a monopoly on the beers in Belize and it was difficult and expensive to get imported beers. That has changed now and there are more imported options but you will still see Belikin beers everywhere!

Tip: Those little stores I mentioned above that dot the island? Many of them carry cold beer and this is the cheapest way to purchase one.

I also love that they serve beer REALLY cold in Belize.

Fruit and Juice:

I had some of the best fruits and fruit juices of my life on Caye Caulker.

There was a little market stand on the front street with fruits and vegetables. I can’t remember the name, but if you see a place selling fruit ask if they have juices.

We also had a juice from a little place next to Errolyn’s with our fry jack and it was the perfect combination.

They mix all different combinations of tropical fruits. Not only was it all delicious, but also icy, icy cold and so refreshing in the heat. I will definitely not judge you if you decide to add some rum to your coconut, orange, and pineapple juice mixture.

Enjoy the Food and Restaurants in Caye Caulker!

There are plenty of fun places around town to eat. You might be surprised by the quality of the food.

Enjoy eating and drinking on Caye Caulker!

For more information about what to do on the island besides eat you can check out this post about what to do while you are on Caye Caulker.

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