A single, kilometer long crescent of sand near the tip of the Kep peninsula. Dining platforms and seafood vendors line the road behind the beach. Busy on weekends but often deserted during the week. The road through Kep traces the coastline to the beach and then circles back on itself. Cars and vans must pay admission to drive the ...
This handkerchief-sized strip of sand is Kep's only proper beach. In the pre-war period, powder-white sand was trucked in from other beaches and this practice began again in 2013, ensuring the beach is now in better shape than it has been for years. It’s still somewhat pebbly and can get packed on weekends. The eastern end of the shaded promenade along the beach is marked by Sela Cham P’dey, a statue depicting a nude fisher’s wife waiting for her husband to return.
Once a rather dreary stretch of grey sand, Kep Beach has been transformed into a squeaky, shiny white beach thanks to an ambitious importation of sand from nearby Kampot, which has the sand but no beach. Despite having to be regularly topped-up, Kep Beach is now a pleasant spot for sun worshippers.
Since the French colonists selected Kep-sur-Mer as their holiday destination of choice in 1908, this somnolent seaside town has welcomed discerning tourists. In its golden age of the 1950s and ’60s, fancy sports cars, daring bikinis and lavish villas rang to the sounds of laughter and the clink of Champagne glasses.
Led by Phnom Penh expats, followed by backpackers and more and more Cambodians, Kep and its beach are undergoing a revival. Sand is now the town’s biggest import.
Formerly, part of Kep’s charm lay in its incongruous rating as a city, when the whole province only has 40,000 inhabitants. Many days, you were likely to encounter more cows and monkeys than residents. Ruined villas, delicious crabs, a generously bottomed statue and island views were the mainstay of entertainment. The beach, sadly, was uninspiring and those who liked the feel of silicon between the toes hot-footed it across the channel to Rabbit Island.
Sand deliveries are now made every two weeks and have somewhat changed all that. Extra top-ups are timed to coincide with high-crowd days and holidays. The sand is filtered before it’s deposited and a team of workers clean the beach every morning and pull the sand back from the sea. This is some serious beach maintenance. Of course, time and tide wait for no beach, so at the end of the fortnight the gritty black stuff makes a reappearance.
The new kilometre-long beach is longer and much more welcoming than before. On holiday weekends, it’s packed with Cambodians families floating in inner tubes, consuming their bodyweight in crab and holding impromptu parties. During the week, it’s quiet and you’re unlikely to be disturbed. So dig out your two-piece, pack the Pastis, fire up that convertible, and follow in French footprints in the squeaky white sand.
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Kep Village, Sangkat Kep, Kep, Cambodia
Welcoming guests with a spacious outdoor swimming pool and poolside bar, Palm House Kep also features a 24-hour in-house restaurant and free Wi-Fi access at all areas.
This elegant resort is situated just a short 10-minute stroll from Kep Beach. The popular Koh Tonsay (Rabbit Island) is a 20-minute boat ride away while Phsar Kdam Market is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.
Air-conditioned rooms at Palm House Kep feature traditional Khmer-style décor. It includes a TV with cable channels and a seating area. Tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. The attached bathroom includes a hairdryer.
Guests can soothe tense muscles at the spa and sauna facilities. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, a business centre and boat/car rental services. Excursion bookings can be made at the travel desk.
Traditional Khmer meals can be enjoyed at the in-house restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service options are available.
This property is also rated for the best value in Kep! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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Palm House Boutique & Spa has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 28 Jun 2013.
Hotel Rooms: 13
No.23100 , Kep, Cambodia
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One of our top picks in Kep.
KEP BAY HOTEL & RESORT has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in Kep. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property provides an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.
All rooms comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric tea pot, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. The hotel has some accommodations that have a patio and pool view, and the rooms have a private bathroom and a closet. At KEP BAY HOTEL & RESORT the rooms come with a seating area.
Continental and buffet breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation.
KEP BAY HOTEL & RESORT has a sun terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental and car rental are available at the hotel.
Kep Market is 2.7 km from KEP BAY HOTEL & RESORT, while Crab Market is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sihanoukville International, 107.8 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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St.33A, Phum Thmey, Sangkat Prey Thum, Kep City, Cambodia, Kep, Cambodia
Offering an outdoor pool and views of the mountain, Tropical Hill Kep Cambodia is set in Kep in the Kep Province Region, 17 km from Kampot. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
Every room at this resort is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room has a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Tropical Hill Kep Cambodia features free WiFi .
Free use of bicycles and car hire are available at this resort and the area is popular for diving.
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Tropical Hill Kep Cambodia has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 25 Jul 2016.
Hotel Rooms: 5
Thmey Village, Prey Thom Commune, Kep, Cambodia
This property is 11 minutes walk from the beach. Located within the gardens of Kep National Park, Veranda Natural Resort is a hilltop resort overlooking the sea. Featuring Khmer-style wooden bungalows, it offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.
Veranda Natural Resort is 1.5 km from the beach. It is 12 km from Kampot province’s public bus station. Phnom Penh International Airport is about 135 km away.
The air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and an en suite bathroom. Each room is fitted with wooden furnishings and features a private terrace or balcony.
Guests can browse items in the gift shop, or take a stroll around the resort and enjoy the natural scenery. Other facilities include a tour desk, a minimart, and a 24-hour reception.
Offering ocean views, the open-air restaurant serves Western and Asian dishes. It also features fresh seafood and grilled specialities. Snacks and cocktails can be enjoyed at the poolside bar.
This is our guests' favourite part of Kep, according to independent reviews.
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Veranda Natural Resort has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 16 Feb 2012.
Hotel Rooms: 19
Kep Village, Kep Commune, Kep District, Kep Province Kep Village, Kep Commune, Kep District, Kep Province, Kep, Cambodia
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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar, La Kep Boutique Hotel is located in Kep and is a 14-minute walk from Kep Market. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property provides ticket service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.
At the hotel, each room comes with a balcony. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hairdryer, guest rooms at La Kep Boutique Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are equipped with a seating area. All guest rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot.
A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
La Kep Boutique Hotel has a playground.
Crab Market is 5 km from the hotel, while Kep Jetty is an 11-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Sihanoukville International, 109.4 km from La Kep Boutique Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Phum Thmey, Sangkat PreyThom, Kep, Cambodia
Best for Couple!
One of our top picks in Kep.Located along the South-eastern coastline of Cambodia, Knai Bang Chatt Resort features an outdoor infinity pool, a private area with views of the sea, and offers exquisite accommodations surrounded by nature’s tranquility. It operates a 24-hour front desk and provides free WiFi access in the entire property.
The resort is just a 5-minute walk from the famous Crab Market, and within 1.2 mi from the Public Bus Station of Kep City. Phnom Penh International Airport is approximately 93 mi away.
Featuring a large terrace with breathtaking views of the garden or sea, air-conditioned rooms are furnished with a personal safe, a mosquito net and seating area. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer, shower facility and free bath amenities.
Knai Bang Chatt Resort provides luggage storage, laundry and massage services on request. Guests may rent a bicycle/car to explore the area, while the tour desk can assist with sightseeing and travel arrangements. Activities such as fishing, windsurfing and diving are also available.
The in-house restaurant serves a variety of delectable Cambodian and Western dishes, while the bar offers a selection of cocktails, wines and local drinks. Room service is possible.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Being the locals, we know the true value of our land. We always listen and arrange everything as your desire. Please kindly send us whatever about your trip,we will send you best offers quickly.
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Country: United Kingdom
City: Singapore
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