cabana
noun
ca·bana
kə-ˈban-yə 
-ˈba-nə
-ˈba-nə
1
: a lightweight structure with living facilities
2
: a tentlike shelter usually with an open side facing a beach or swimming pool
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The resort offers guests boat transportation to and from the island throughout the day, along with beach chairs and cabanas, gear for water sports and snorkeling, and a bar and grill serving up beachside fare all day.
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Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
Located near downtown Bradenton, the hotel isn’t directly on the Gulf but gives all the same tropical, beachfront vibes thanks to a resort-style pool deck and a waterfront area with cabanas and loungers.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 July 2025
There are also various daybeds, cabanas and supervillas for an extra charge (prices vary by selection).
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 24 July 2025
Until then, guests can enjoy the expansive scenery from the 1,600-square-foot saltwater pool and Jacuzzi, flanked by cabanas and lounge chairs.
—Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
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Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
Located near downtown Bradenton, the hotel isn’t directly on the Gulf but gives all the same tropical, beachfront vibes thanks to a resort-style pool deck and a waterfront area with cabanas and loungers.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 July 2025
There are also various daybeds, cabanas and supervillas for an extra charge (prices vary by selection).
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 24 July 2025
Until then, guests can enjoy the expansive scenery from the 1,600-square-foot saltwater pool and Jacuzzi, flanked by cabanas and lounge chairs.
—Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
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“Cabana.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cabana. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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cabana
noun
ca·bana
kə-ˈban-(y)ə
: a shelter usually with an open side facing the sea or a swimming pool
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