Restaurante Típico Chaabil

Caribbean Coast


Although they go a bit heavy on the log-cabin feel, the rooms at this place, at the west end of the street, are the best deal in town. Get one upstairs for plenty of light and good views. The restaurant here, on a lovely lakeside terrace, cooks up delicious food, such as tapado (Garifuna casserole).

The water here is crystal clear and you can swim right off the hotel's dock.


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