cabana

noun

ca·​bana kə-ˈban-yə  -ˈba-nə 

1

: a lightweight structure with living facilities

2

: a tentlike shelter usually with an open side facing a beach or swimming pool

Examples of cabana in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Private cabanas, booked at concierge huts on event day, are available, starting at $279.99. —Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025

Community amenities will include a pool and pool deck with in-water tanning ledges and lap lanes, private cabanas, an outdoor covered patio area, a pet park and spa, a fire pit and outdoor grills, a fitness center and valet trash service. —Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 19 Aug. 2025

The sprawling wellness space features aromatic steam rooms, relaxation areas, and a private courtyard with a heated infinity-edge pool and plush cabanas. —Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025

Think beachfront cabanas, ancient Mayan ruins, boutique shopping, and smoothie bowls for breakfast. —Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 15 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Spanish cabaña, literally, hut, from Medieval Latin capanna

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for cabana

• arana
• arcana
• banana
• bandana
• bandanna
• brahmana
• campana
• diana
• fianna
• hosanna
• hyaena
• lantana

Kids Definition

cabana

noun

ca·​bana kə-ˈban-(y)ə 

: a shelter usually with an open side facing the sea or a swimming pool