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Reviews of Sandy Beach Bungalows 4 stars

Koh Rong Samloem Island, Koh Rong Sanloem, Cambodia

#32 of 52 hotels in Koh Rong Sanloem

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 80 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no restaurant as it’s currently under construction from what we were told but the resort next door provided food.

    The bungalows are perfectly placed on the beach front and quick to access from the mainland. The aircon was a lifesaver with the heat! The bedroom was clean and well presented and the bathroom was really nice! Overall stunning bungalow!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow - Beach Front
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They should consider getting mosquito nets and cushions on their sunbeds.. WiFi isn’t the best as well

    It’s a nice beach

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    I like sea view

    It's a wonderful place, and I highly recommend it to those who appreciate a tranquil environment.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Coming back for sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mosquitoes! Make sure you bring the device for mosquitoes since there is no net in room( i wouldnt use it either way, im just saying). Restaurant under reconstruction so it didnt work but had no issues with that since theres one like 100m from rooms and one uphill( the uphill one had better food and it was worth walking to every day)

    Our host went above and beyound to ensure our stay there was best possible. Remote beach with not many people. A trully wonderfull place to stay and get yourself together. Bungallows were sweet but a bit worn, still we didnt mind since we were only sleeping inside and nothing else. All the staff were super polite and helpful. Beds were comfortable, room was clean and the ac was doing a pretty good job.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    8.0
    A prefect spot for a relaxing short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow - Beach Front
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sun beds on the beach have no mattress, so you are lying directly on the wood and can get uncomfortable quickly. Lots of construction work happening down the on another resort close by, which you have to walk through to get to the shop and ferry pier. The walkways are uneven and a mix of sand/stones/wood. I think normally you would have a lot more choice when it comes to food and drink, however with the construction work and lack of tourists this isn’t the case - just the Tube Resort restaurant on your doorstep.

    The location is everything here. We stayed here for 3 nights, looking for some relax time and that’s exactly what we got. We were the only ones staying in the bungalows (ahead of a fully booked long weekend for the water festival). Not much around other than the resort next door (Tube) which is where we eat and the food was great. There is another bar/restaurant on the hill (Arts) which we also went to and enjoyed. Beach is fabulous and the water is clear and warm. Bungalows are basic but very comfortable. We had wifi issues when we arrived and they quickly offered for us to change bungalows for a better signal - which we did. Sambath was lovely and greeted us off the ferry and put us on it going back. He was there if we ever needed anything or had any questions. If you’re looking for lots to do then this isn’t the place. But if you are looking to get away and relax then we can’t recommend enough.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2023

    9.0
    Location, location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    First, there are no cushioned seats or lounges to hang out in, which detracts a bit from a lazy day in and out of the water. It was inconsistent whether or not we received water for the room everyday, and the room was not cleaned very often. It was disappointing to find out that there were no free shuttles to Saracen (which was advertised when we reserved through booking.com, and part of the reason we chose Sandy Beach). Finally, large groups came in for a night or two of partying, and were sometimes quite loud.

    Location, location! The beach was immediately in front of the bungalow and the water temperature perfect for swimming. Here you are protected from the devopment occuring elsewhere on the island. Saracen Bay, Lazy Beach, Sunset Beach and the lighthouse were all in hiking distance, or you could hire a boat to Saracen and walk from there. The staff were friendly, and overall we felt it was good value for the price.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2023

    7.0
    Relaxing but limited facilities and comfort
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sandy Beach resort, and the island as a whole, are clearly still in post-pandemic recovery mode and the facilities are in need of some TLC. There are no padded cushions for the wooden sun-beds on the beach, only plastic chairs to sit in on the verandas. No hammocks or swings. Food is very limited - not much at all for vegans - and the mini-mart is low on stock. You can eat at the two other resorts along the beach who have broader menus.

    This resort is absolutely fine for a ‘no frills’ stay in a quiet location, on a beautiful beach with clear, turquoise water. The staff are friendly and helpful and the accommodation (cabins and the wooden bungalows) if basic, is clean and comfortable enough, with air-con.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no hot water, shampoo etc … very expensive for what it is plastic all over the beach

    bungalows were on the beach

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road is a bit rough otherwise its great.

    The location and the ambiance. Mr. Tito is a great guy very friendly and helpfull.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2023

    8.0
    Very basic bungalows on the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no hot water so the shower is lukewarm at best. Bungalows are very basic and somewhat lack maintenance.

    Staff was extremely polite and courteous. They helped with transportation arrangements. Bungalows are on the beach.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2022

    9.0
    Cambodia Food deliciousness with the most amazing staff and boat tour
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow - Beach Front
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    garbage on the beach but staff did a great job going out to pick it up

    the staff were amazing and the food at two of the restaurants was the best we’ve ever had!!!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    Excellent value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was perfect. The pool was very relaxing and clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Outstanding friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Friendly!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Comfortable and big bed. Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    5.0
    Buildings needs upkeep
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Run down huts, no mosquito nets, noisy AC and couldn't control the setting so it was freezing

    Lovely helpful manager really helped us

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2023

    3.0
    pretty basic
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities very limited, as a vegetarian/vegan they struggled to provide rice & vegetables for me. Unable to stay due to the lack of food options. Property had private parties going on with loud speakers on the beach that went on till after midnight, dirty dishes left on the tables & still there in the morning. Beach was very messy with rubbish everywhere, such a shame as could have been lovely. Might have been made worse by the recent weather but some had definitely been there a while. Room was a small chalet with cubicle bathroom, no hot water & light didn’t work & bench was broken. Depending on chalet location limited WiFi

    Chalets overlooking the beach. Staff especially Sanbeth was super helpful & did his best to help us. Beautiful shallow sea, with Buva ferry stop.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2023

    5.0
    mixed, love the beach and the bar nearby but hotel could use a few improvements.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow - Beach Front
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it isn’t what we didn’t like, but just a few things to bear in mind / that could be improved as we would come to this beach again! - The sun beds do not have cushions which means after a long period of sunbathing, you end up aching. The sun beds are wooden. it would be nice to get some cushions for them! - There isn’t a lot of atmosphere, some quiet music in the bar/reception area would help. but we were the only ones here at times so appreciate atmosphere would be hard! - I think if there were more people staying they’d do more activities but unless you wanted to do the tour, that was it. We rented paddle boards and snorkelling gear from Archipelago Tours instead. - if you want a coffee you have to go to the mini mart or the staff will have to go to the mini mart and get it for you. - staff at times seemed disinterested. Granted there was a language barrier and we should have practised a few more basic Khmer phrases. There appeared to be a reliance on certain staff as their English was good so if the others didn’t understand you they went back to their phones. It would have been nice whilst we were on the beach (and it was just us) to maybe offer a beer or a drink. We can’t comment on the food as we went to the bar up the hill every night (highly recommend!) and we went to Tube Resort next door at lunch due to their more lively atmosphere and just being closer to our bungalow. Covid seems to have had a negative impact on the island in general and things are in the process of being repaired. We would stay again and hope the comments don’t dissuade people from booking to come as the beach is lovely and quiet and we much preferred it to Saracen Bay for a few nights and the bar up the hill is a great addition and hub of info.

    Location it is absolutely beautiful and the staff in the all hotels and the chap who runs a bar up the hill take very good care of the beach to ensure it’s clean. it’s much quieter and more sandy than some of the other beaches we went to and whilst you can see Sihanoukville on a very clear night there are only three small hotels so it feels very much like a secluded island paradise. The buva sea ferry if weather is good drops you right off at Sandy beach or a short walk away if the weather is too windy for Sandy Beach pier. Let them know ahead of time what ferry you’ll be on and someone will come to meet you. Same for checking out, they helped us arrange the ferry back to the mainland. They renovating some of them so there may be some noise but it wasn’t too noticeable for us. There is a minimart next door which was handy for essentials but would suggested stocking up on these prior to coming as the island is more expensive. it is hard to get to other parts of the island unless you want to walk for an hour to Saracen Bay or do the scheduled tour the hotel offer. However, the guy who owns the bar a 2 minute walk away has started offering a taxi boat of sorts which would definitely positively influence whether we’d stay on this beach again. The Bungalows we stayed in one of the beachfront ones and the beds are very comfy, decent size and there are is international plug sockets and a hairdryer which is a nice bonus. The bathroom is more outdoorsy but we liked it and we appreciated the cooler shower (we were aware they were cold showers when we booked) after a hot day (and it is always hot in Cambodia!). They have a decent bit of decking out the front with two chairs and table which are nice to sit at in the morning and in the evening.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    The best
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    On of the best hotel have ever stay din. The staff is very helpful

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    They welcome us with smile, breakfast is great and they always help us what we need. Appreciate, I will recommend your hotel to my friends!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    That was great, staff were friendly and warm welcome!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice Resort with good Service

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Friendly!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was specious , the staff were friendly always smile with warm welcome to us any time.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very nice and quiet place, staff always helpful. Location is perfect, every thing is beautiful and clean. Amazing place I definitely recommend.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Super clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very clean and nice place. Staff always super available and warm welcome every time.

    Stayed in February 2023

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