{"id":14612,"date":"2024-04-05T17:54:36","date_gmt":"2024-04-05T16:54:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/?p=14612"},"modified":"2025-05-01T11:59:52","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T10:59:52","slug":"our-7-best-beaches-in-cambodia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/our-7-best-beaches-in-cambodia\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Best Beaches in Cambodia, Recommended by ETG Asia Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1746096145134{padding-bottom: 60% !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/kayaking-in-front-of.jpg?id=25734) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][\/vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][\/vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text]Cambodia might not be somewhere that immediately springs to mind as a beach destination. However, not many people know that the best beaches in Cambodia are every bit as beautiful as those in Thailand \u2013 and far less visited, too. In fact, with excellent options for safe swimming as well as a profusion of gorgeous luxury island beach resorts, we predict that Cambodia<\/a> is the most up-and-coming spot for beach holidays in Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n

It is first worth mentioning that while there are a few great places on Cambodia\u2019s coast, the islands are really where you\u2019ll find world-class beaches. Most of these are accessible via Sihanoukville, a port town that operates regular small ferries and speedboats to various islands throughout the day (these usually cost approximately $11 return).<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, Sihanoukville itself isn\u2019t exactly lovely. An influx of foreign investment<\/a> has meant that a once-sleepy seaside town is now steadily on its way to becoming a freshly built mini-mega-city boasting casinos and construction work as its main attraction. Nevertheless, on arrival here, do not be deterred! True beach paradises are just a short boat ride away.<\/p>\n

Here is a short guide to the best Cambodia beaches, selected by the Asia experts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_single_image image=”25736″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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Koh Rong – the largest island<\/h2>\n

The largest island on the Koh Rong Archipelago, the eponymous island is also the most well-developed for tourism. And it\u2019s not hard to see why. Glorious stretches of white sand beaches flank the isle on most sides, lapped by turquoise waters and set against beautiful views. Most travellers head to Koh Touch, but head to Long Beach for more upmarket accommodation and an exquisitely untouched bay. For 5-star luxury, stay at the Royal Sands hotel.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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Koh Rong Samloem – the smallest island<\/h2>\n

Koh Rong\u2019s southern neighbour is smaller and sleepier, but there are still a number of options for you to choose from. Its longest beach, Saracen Bay, is certainly set up for tourists, but the beach itself is gorgeous and by evening there is a good, gentle buzz \u2013 wander along the sands to take your pick of bars and sizzling seafood barbecues (Sara Resort has the best). However, for a true paradise island feel, head to the west of the island to Lazy Beach. There is only one resort here, and it\u2019s rather basic, but you will feel worlds away from the everyday \u2013 and the sunsets are pretty sublime.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_single_image image=”25737″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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Song Saa Private Island – luxurious escape<\/h2>\n

A private island off the exquisite Koh Rong archipelago, Song Saa<\/a> is no ordinary luxury resort. In addition to that fabulous white-sand, turquoise-water, total-luxury feel, it was designed with the greatest care to preserving its beautiful natural environment. Spend your days here unwinding in a gorgeous overwater villa (built with sustainable materials), swimming and snorkelling in pristine waters or sipping cocktails at sunset before a Michelin standard meal.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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Six Senses Krabey Private Island – for wellness and R&R<\/h2>\n

Step away from the every day at Cambodia’s Six Senses, an intimate and peaceful luxury resort<\/a>. The island is covered in a lush jungle, and the 40 private pool villas blend seamlessly into their surroundings. It is an ideal spot if you are interested in health and wellness: you can take part in yoga, meditation and sleep programs, and there is also a fantastic spa. In addition, delicious Khmer food is served at Aha or Tree Restaurants, and you can enjoy a sundowner at the aptly named sunset bar.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_single_image image=”25740″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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Koh Russei (Bamboo Island) – for golden sands<\/h2>\n

Further south you\u2019ll find Koh Russei \u2013 better known as Bamboo Island. With golden sands and a laidback atmosphere, this is another great spot to relax and disconnect for a few days at the end of your holiday. Until recently, accommodation here was sparse and basic, and the island was mainly popular as a day trip from Sihanoukville. However, the past few years have seen rapid development, with more restaurants and luxury resorts starting to crop up. Stay at Alila Villas for impeccable design and luxury<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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Coastal Kep – on the mainland<\/h2>\n

Kep is a lovely coastal town that is perfect for a few sleepy days drinking in the sea air. Though not strictly a beach destination, the atmosphere is fantastic: expect stalls serving delicious local food, lively bars and a predominantly Cambodian crowd on weekend getaways. Be sure not to miss the crab market, a lively spot where you can eat unbelievably fresh shellfish (delicious with the aromatic pepper from nearby Kampot). Stay at Knai Bang Chatt for a boutique experience<\/a> in a beautifully renovated colonial property.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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Koh Thmei – for jungles and wildlife<\/h2>\n

A gorgeous island that is part of Ream National Park, Koh Thmei remains very much off-the-beaten-track. It is one of the best islands to spot wildlife in Cambodia, and its verdant jungle interior is home to monkeys, lizards and over 100 species of birds. There is only one resort on the island, Koh Thmei, which makes it fantastically self-selecting. The rooms are basic but pleasant (there are family bungalows available, with two doubles and a single bed) and overall the resort retains a characterful feel. The bar and restaurant are also very good indeed.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=””][\/vc_column_text][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Updated for 2025 travel<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

TEMPTED TO STAY ON THESE SUN-LIT SHORES?<\/h2>\n

If so, get in touch on 020 7924 7133<\/span>\r\n \t.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, fill out an online enquiry form to\u00a0start your journey<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Cambodia didn’t used to be a beach destination per se…that has changed for the better in the last couple of years though…learn more about the island beaches just off the coast of Cambodia here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":52,"featured_media":25734,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[147],"coauthors":[1119],"class_list":["post-14612","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cambodia","tag-beaches"],"aioseo_notices":[],"views":20485,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14612","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/52"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14612"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14612\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25734"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14612"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14612"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14612"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=14612"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}