Kep hotels & places to stay

kep was the relaxation part of our cambodia trip and definitely filled the bill. kep is a pretty rustic area and out of the way (lizards, hotel pets, frogs, etc. were the norm) but you would not know it from the veranda's services. friendly and helpful staff. also, had more than adequate staff numbers so tasks such as cleaning room/villas and bringing luggage, running errands, etc. were completed very efficiently. spa had a nice selection of services, reasonable specials, and was enjoyed by my whole family. the saltwater pool was beautiful, plenty of lounge chairs and space. nice poolside bar and snacks available. really good pizza which was a great break for my teens who had just spent several weeks trying all the more exotic offerings of cambodia. the restaurant also offered traditional cambodian food, grilled entrees and wonderful crab dishes that we all loved. nice desserts and ice cream! another kid favorite! we went to a couple of local restaurants and quickly realized they were probably writing their own reviews in the tourist brochures. the veranda's restaurant beat them hands down. beautiful ocean view but at a higher elevation than most other hotels. we took a tuktuk to the beach for $2. be careful at the beach, 2 of my daughters were stung by jellyfish minutes after getting in the water. local man helped treat the stings with lime juice. we decided the ocean view and the fantastic pool were a good combination for us. if you are an ocean lover i would recommend asking a local person about the jellyfish first. we may just have hit the right season for them.

We loved this charming hotel! Lovely theme and decor in the rooms and cafe / coffee bar and stunning views from the balconies overlooking the beach and sea. Just gorgeous! Best hotel in Kep in my view. Right on the beach with shops, laundry, bike rental, and restaurants next door. 3 minute / 2 dollar tuk tuk ride to crab Market restaurants, 5 mins to rabbit Island pier. Staff were brilliant too, very helpful and they upgraded our room when we found a gecko making a lot of noise above our ceiling due to mating season! They were lovely to chat to, helped us out with everything we needed. Only small negative is the bathrooms could do with a little updating, and we had to ask for soap as only shampoo/shower gel was provided in the room. But a tiny thing given everything else was fabulous. Breakfast not included but available in the cafe overlooking the beach (and a fab breakfast too, great value). Perfect hotel for a relaxing stay in this lovely sleepy town! Highly recommend.

Our visit to Kep and stay at The Beach House was the highlight of our trip to Cambodia. You could not ask for any more as we were treated like family and whilst it is not 5 Star in amenities, the staff, location and relaxing atmosphere was 5 Star. Ron works very hard to make sure all his staff deliver a memorable stay and we were sad to leave. I would recommend anyone to stay at The Beach house if you are looking for a relaxing and comfortable holiday and sit at the balcony bar to take in the majestic views - You won't be sorry!

We stayed with our two year old son. The room was amazing--bigger than our apartment in Phnom Penh! Very new, clean, beautiful, opulent and child-friendly space. There was not much he could hurt himself on or damage, which we count as big pluses! The staff were wonderfully flexible in helping us to adapt and create plans and meals that were suitable for his 2-year old whims! The location is great, a very easy walk from the Crab Market and a slightly longer walk from the beach. They gave us a plate of fresh fruit in our room every day which was lovely!!!! The pool is beautiful and well-kept as well. My husband used the fitness room and said it's great, but could be improved if they provided water. The only down side is the spa is not (yet?) open. There was not much to do besides enjoy the room, and the pool, and the room again!

We had a great time at Mealea for 5 nights. There was a strong WiFi connection so you could lay by the pool and get some stuff done in the morning while enjoying the ocean view. Great for relaxing. Crab market directly across the street for lunch or dinner. It is a short walk into town or there are tuk tuk available. The staff was great and helped me with booking a trip to rabbit island. Also, helped me find money when the main atm in town was broken for a few days. Rooms were cleaned on a daily basis and the gardens around the pool were very beautiful. The room was spacious and very comfortable with WiFi that reached to the room. We would definitely come back to Kep and stay here to relax. Thanks for a great time.

Probably the best bungalow resort experience we had so far on our trip, this Cambodian-owned resort has a very beautiful garden with nice scents (frangipani, tamarind, ylangylang etc.), probably the biggest and best pool in town. It is great value for money. The friendly manager(Mr. Sam) has a good connection in the area,helps out with anything (surprisingly, Bus tickets to Kampot and moto rentals are not more expensive than outside), free bicycles are available and a decent breakfast is provided. We also had lunch at the restaurant, the food is very authentic and the portions are large. The rooms are spacious and very clean and the resort is managed nicely. I highly recommend Le Kep.

Our couple visited from Nov 9 ~ 12. And it was THE BEST hotel in Cambodia. The best thing about Le Ponton is its location. It is ONLY 30 SECONDS walking distance from Crab Market which is the main place you get to spend time in KEP. We ate at Crab Market, we rent a motorbike in Crab Market, we bought some daily stuff (ie. toothpaste, water, beer) at Crab Market and walked back to Le Ponton in less than 1 minute. Rooms are perfectly managed as well. We had two cleaning staffs who did amazing jobs. Also, the reception staff helped us with so many things - we had some confusion regarding Rith Travel bus back to Phnom Penh, but the reception staff took care of it all. And the owner, he is a French gentleman and provided us with some requests with a very kind gesture. We could sincerely feel the effort he put in to this hotel. Every corner is a bless - such a beautiful entrance and garden, amazing bar with great cocktails. I truly wanted to have a place like this myself. I would go back to Le Ponton 200% if I get to visit KEP. The highest recommendation for Le Ponton.

this quiet hotel has beautiful tropical gardens, a large pool and is a five minute walk from the crab market restaurants. our room and shower room were both spacious and stylish. we had a roof terrace and it was lovely to sit among the stars in the evening. one of the tuk tuk drivers said le flamboyant was the best place to stay in kep and he is probably right, the staff were all very friendly and capable but the real star is barbara the manager, who greets all the guests personally and couldn't do enough to ensure our stay was perfect.

The place sit on quiet area. Each room design is different in color theme. PRO: Price is good, location in the Kep city seem very lonely but it's a quiet and relaxing stay. Outdoor swimming pool is big and clean. CON: the hotel have no public door, it's located near the mountain, therefore, alot of insect are flying around the area of hotel, but there no harmful. However, it might borthering some people.

I stayed there 2 nights with my friend. We booked a sea view room on Agoda but at the arrival it was no seaview room available. But for the2nd night it was ok. The hotel is very quiet because not in busy area. The room is clean and functional. Wifi works good. The breakfast was simple but excellent. The kindness of the staff and the owner is huge. I'll stay there again for sure when i come back to Kep.

A great spot for a few days of relaxing. Very convenient location, just a short walk from the Crab Market, Sailing Club (for happy hour cocktails) and Kep National Park. The beach is a little further, but still walkable or the hotel has bikes available. Staff were great - helpful with recommendations and onwards travel bookings, and friendly. As an added bonus, there are three ducks that roam the property in a pack. The bungalows are really nice and fairly spacious, with seating on a small porch surrounded by greenery.

I stayed here with my family (my wife, my 16 years old son and my 9 years old daughter) in June 2015. I can highly recommend this hotel to anybody going to Kep. What we appreciated the most were : - the charming and nicely decorated bungalows with air-conditioning - the nice swimming pool in the middle of a tropical garden - The breakfast with a great choice (included in the price) - the friendly and helpful staff (in particular Mr. Sophat the manager) - the well maintained and clean infrastructure The Darica Resort was the best hotel during our travel in Cambodia.

My friends and I stayed in the Penthouse Suite and had a wonderful time in Kep. The room was large, comfortable, and had a great view of the ocean. It was a short walk to both the crab market and Kep National Park. The staff was great and the included breakfast was delicious. We wished we could have stayed another night or two, but we already had accommodations booked at our next destination.

Location - set back just off the main road in a nice quiet spot yet close enough to use the free cycles provided to get anywhere in Kep. Hotel - The setting is lovely. The rooms are set around a central area that is home to the pool and is dotted with flowering trees and other plants that provide shade when needed. The open air bar/restaurant area is on the ground floor under a stilted building also alongside the pool.The tree houses contain rough seats and tables but have power and catch the breeze when it is hot. The rooms themselves are floor to ceiling wood making them somewhat dark during the day but great for sleeping. The king suites have their own private terraces with tables and chairs. Breakfast - is good. Always toast; french bread; eggs and pancakes cooked to order; choice of fruits and salad items; and a couple of asian dishes. We ate in every night because the food was so tasty but be prepared to wait a while as everything is freshly made. You can always enjoy happy hour cocktails while you wait. Staff - Channy, the young manager, was excellent. He spoke good english, was very friendly and organised tuk tuks and scooter rentals for us. We had a small problem with the room on arrival that was resolved very quickly and without fuss. I’m guessing most of the staff were quite new as they started a little nervous and unsure of themselves, however, they were all very keen to help and by the end of our 5 days they had all improved. Overall we were very happy with our stay and would recommend this hotel. We will return next time we’re in Cambodia.

We booked this hotel on impulse after our hotel in nearby Kampiot failed to live up to our expectations. And we're really glad we did otherwise we may have missed this true gem of a hotel. After a smooth and friendly check-in we were given room 9, tucked away in one corner of the pool area, and away enough to feel somewhat secluded from other (few) guests staying in the hotel. The pool and dining areas are exceptional, with staff always attentive to anything you might want or need. The new French owners, though understandably nervous, are very keen to make sure you enjoy your stay and genuinely seem to want honest feedback. I have to say she is very lucky to have a team that inherently understand customer service and have a real sense of investment in their jobs - couldn't be faulted at any stage. Rooms are spacious, and quite quirky - loved the bathroom, even if there were the occasional water pressure issues, though this is to be expected given the location. The hotel itself is really convenient to the Crab market - a short, and fairly pleasant walk down the hill. Beware though, as we'd decided to extend our walk around the Kep Beach and the "old town". Kep Beach, though it looks like a short walk, is a fair distance, and the Old Town is much, much further...definitely not one to be undertaken in the heat of the day as we did! Not sure whether we ever did actually find the old town - we found mostly just a collection of very few old French-style villas and walls crumbling into the surrounding countryside from what we could see. However, Kep is a really relaxed place, and just that little bit more special than nearby Kampot which really doesn't have that spark. I'd definitely recommend this hotel for any traveller passing through Kep - enjoy it for what it is, and you won't be at all disappointed

I was lucky enough to be upgraded to a room because room I had booked was taken. I decided to stay an extra night in the cheaper room, which was pleasant enough, but without air-con or a fridge. Kep is expensive by Cambodia standards so although costs more, still value for money. Pool is big and kept clean. The views are beautiful, and the hotel is right next to the national park and tuk tuks into town should cost no more than $1-2 so very well placed. Food wasn't fantastic, but there's so many great places to eat in Kep that it wasn't a problem. I ate breakfast at nearby Veranda, which does a seriously fantastic breakfast buffet for $6 - and is worth every penny.

For a group, or group of families, it is the best place to stay in Kep. It's completely luxurious, and at the same time incredible comfortable and family-friendly. My five year keeps saying - "it's paradise" - and it really is. The staff are wonderfully warm and can cater for anything, and the food was yummy and fresh. Nothing but good things to say about our weekend at Villa Romonea. Thank you to all the staff who made our weekend so special.

The Riviera Hotel in Kep just opened a few months ago and it is wonderful. The owner, Sovanna, was great and helpful. We were able to book excursions and a motorbike directly with her. She helped arrange taxi to/from Sihanoukville Airport. All the staff (including the friendly bartender!) were delightful. The place is brand new, clean and lovely - it is only 8 rooms so it is a small size and never crowded. Food was delicious. The location is great (right between the beach and port to Rabbit Island). Lots of French speakers staying/having drinks/dinner. Thanks for a great week in Kep!

This was my favourite hotel throughout all our stay in Cambodia. Having said that, it was so peaceful and away from the town, so green and inviting. And green in all meanings - they are even growing their own vegetables and fruit. Mango smoothie anyone? - Just a moment, fresh mango from the tree! Although being adult only hotel, its swimming pool was equipped with balls and swimming mattress, so one can enjoy themselves like children as well (we didn't miss the opportunity). The staff is very forthcoming and nice. We definitely recommend this place if looking for a hotel to stay while in the charming Kep!

Being suffocated by tuk tuk drivers getting off the bus from Phnom Penh, we paid $2.50 for the 3km drive just outside of Kep to Visual Sak. Our room was in perfect condition upon arrival, very clean, private bathroom, big comfortable bed ($6/night). There is a restaurant with very good and quite reasonably priced food on the 2nd floor, making it okay that the hostel is always out of town. We rented bicycles for $2/day and easily biked into and around the town. Would definitely stay here again! Unfortunately we had a bad experience with P.L.C tours in Kep. We had booked a fishing trip for the day and were taken to Rabbit Island in the morning to catch our fishing boat, which never showed up. Having had paid for the tour in advance upon arriving back in Kep later that after we confronted the tour agent, and he was very apologetic explaining there had been a mix-up. He told us he would refund us the money we had paid to go fishing and have lunch, however he did not have the money right now and would give it to us the next morning before we left Kep. When we arrived the next morning to collect our refund, the owner was "nowhere to be found" and his employees claimed they did not know when we would be back, so we has to leave without recieving our refund. I can say with confidence that we were not the first victims to this company as it seemed like a big joke to the employees. I would highly recommend NOT booking anything with this company,we were very disappointed.