18 rooms from £143 per night
“Adhering to the philosophical ideas of Wabi-Sabi, this hotel delights in simplicity. Earthy tones and clean lines define its design-driven aesthetic, but there’s nothing understated about the sensational crimson sunsets that light up the sky. Sink into the pool-side sofas and let the world pass by.”
“Adhering to the philosophical ideas of Wabi-Sabi, this hotel delights in simplicity. Earthy tones and clean lines define its design-driven aesthetic, but there’s nothing understated about the sensational crimson sunsets that light up the sky. Sink into the pool-side sofas and let the world pass by.”
Hotel Review
If the Cambodian coastal province of Kep is known to insiders as the country’s ‘best kep secret’ then Knai Bang Chatt is its crowning jewel. Housed in several modernist structures on the seafront, the hotel is a design lover’s dream: simple, understated and high on aesthetic impact. A woven bamboo structure encases the hotel’s outer wall, leading to a sea-foam green reception nook decorated with a shelf of ceramics. This laid-back vibe continues throughout the resort, from weathered driftwood tables to traditional Cambodian beds originally built to sleep an entire family. Most guests can be found lounging around the sea-view swimming pool, but adventurous patrons have stand-up paddleboards, catamarans and bicycles to choose from, in addition to complimentary yoga classes and nature walks that can be booked daily. Hungry? The lively Sailing Club serves casual snacks and sundowners while The Strand restaurant capitalizes on its proximity to the seaside with an unmissable Khmer amok curry.
Written by Pip Usher
Recommended For
- Great walks
- Strolls around the local farms and historic temples are fascinating; guided village walks are easy to arrange
- Sailing
- Head to the Sailing Club for lessons or day trips across the azure waters to nearby islands like Koh Tonsay
- City Style
- A chic, design-led getaway for well-heeled coupels with stunning minimalist interiors
- Beach Life
- Bask in the sunshine at the hotel's private stretch of beach on Chhak Kep Bay
- Yoga
- Speak to the team to arrange private yoga classes in a striking setting
- Fishing
- Head out with the local mariners to catch yourself a fish supper
- Local markets
- Just a five minute walk from the famous Crab Market.
- Windsurfing
- Windsurfing can be fantastic during the season
- Birdwatching
- Snorkelling
- Trekking
- Cycling
- Watersports
- Diving
- Free wifi
- Views
- Roof terrace
- Designer
- Barefoot Luxury
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Opulent
- Restaurant
- Artworks
- Boutique
- Chic
- Quirky
- Child friendly
- Retro/Vintage
- Wellbeing
- Traditional
- Contemporary
- Luxury
- Intimate
Facilities
- Airport transfer
- Surcharge.
- Bar
- Massage
- Meeting Room
- Outdoor dining
- Bicycles available
- Roof terrace
- Views
- Parking
- Safe
- No pets
- Sit-out Terrace
- Sitting Room
- Restaurant
- Swimming Pool
- Child friendly
- Free wifi
- Room service
- Suites
- Concierge
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
Activities
- Great walks
- Strolls around the local farms and historic temples are fascinating; guided village walks are easy to arrange
- Sailing
- Head to the Sailing Club for lessons or day trips across the azure waters to nearby islands like Koh Tonsay
- Yoga
- Speak to the team to arrange private yoga classes in a striking setting
- Fishing
- Head out with the local mariners to catch yourself a fish supper
- Local markets
- Just a five minute walk from the famous Crab Market.
- Windsurfing
- Windsurfing can be fantastic during the season
- Snorkelling
- Trekking
- Cycling
- Watersports
- Diving
- Birdwatching
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Why do people love staying in your hotel?
- We are a resort that promotes relaxation, peacefulness and mindfulness
- We are known for the beauty of our restored Modern Khmer architecture villa’s
- Our environment is one that is unpretentious and inclusive, people feel comfortable and at home
What is there to do in the area?
- Bushwalking in the National Park
- Sailing at The Kep Sailing Club
- Visit the unique Crab markets
- Discover salt Fields and pepper plantations
- Take a trip into the city of Kampot
- Visit Rabbit Island
- Go Island hopping through the Kep archipelago
What kind of breakfast do you offer?
- Our breakfast is combination of a continental buffet that includes a soup station and an offering of a la carte hot breakfast options.
Can you recommend good places to eat out locally?
- The Sailing Club next door
- The Kep Crab shacks
Which are your most popular room types, and why?
- Sea View as people like to sit on their balcony and look at the sea
What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms?
- We do not have a kid’s club but we welcome families
- There are water sports available at the Discovery Centre
- We can fit an extra roll out bed in 14 of our 18 rooms
What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers?
- Knai Bang Chatt is a connection to the Cambodia of today, where you can choose to connect to the richness of the local culture, explore the beautiful region or simply sit by the pool and relax. Our experience is one that is pure, real and heartwarming.
- We are a resort that promotes relaxation, peacefulness and mindfulness
- We are known for the beauty of our restored Modern Khmer architecture villa’s
- Our environment is one that is unpretentious and inclusive, people feel comfortable and at home
What is there to do in the area?
- Bushwalking in the National Park
- Sailing at The Kep Sailing Club
- Visit the unique Crab markets
- Discover salt Fields and pepper plantations
- Take a trip into the city of Kampot
- Visit Rabbit Island
- Go Island hopping through the Kep archipelago
What kind of breakfast do you offer?
- Our breakfast is combination of a continental buffet that includes a soup station and an offering of a la carte hot breakfast options.
Can you recommend good places to eat out locally?
- The Sailing Club next door
- The Kep Crab shacks
Which are your most popular room types, and why?
- Sea View as people like to sit on their balcony and look at the sea
What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms?
- We do not have a kid’s club but we welcome families
- There are water sports available at the Discovery Centre
- We can fit an extra roll out bed in 14 of our 18 rooms
What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers?
- Knai Bang Chatt is a connection to the Cambodia of today, where you can choose to connect to the richness of the local culture, explore the beautiful region or simply sit by the pool and relax. Our experience is one that is pure, real and heartwarming.
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