A Sanctuary By The Sea Where Nature Sets
The Pace
Knai Bang Chatt is more than just a place to stay. It's a destination that balances the best of both worlds. With only 18 rooms, it's a peaceful, exclusive experience designed for relaxation, privacy, and exploration, all while being immersed in the local community and culture.
We invite you to reconnect with nature, yourself, and your loved ones. Wake up to beautiful views of the sea and birds singing. Enjoy unique experiences and culture, nourish your body and soul with exceptional gastronomy and holistic wellness, and create memories that bring you closer. Private stays for families and groups offer extra exclusivity.
A quiet retreat or meaningful interactions? The choice is yours.
Extraordinary Colonial Villas As
Your Home
During the era of French rule, Kep was renowned as Cambodia’s premier seaside destination, affectionately called “the St. Tropez of South-East Asia.” At Knai Bang Chatt, we have partnered with the French architect Françoise Lavielle to restore these stunning colonial villas, now the centerpiece of our coastal resort. Originally built in the 1960s, they are extraordinary historical landmarks you can experience as your very own private home.
Set against the backdrop of the ocean, they combine historical charm with modern comfort, designed in harmony with nature. Every detail reflects a seamless blend of heritage and contemporary elegance, creating a luxurious space deeply connected to its surroundings.
Authentic Luxury and Personalized Service For an Effortless Stay.
1. Service That Anticipates Your Needs
From the moment you arrive, our team is here to anticipate your needs and tailor your stay. Flexibility and warm, intuitive service make it easy to feel at home.
2. Luxury Redefined
Here luxury is redefined, with meaningful experiences, peace of mind, and authenticity over excess. Our five-star hospitality is about enriching your journey. Be it through adventure, wellness, genuine connection, personal or cultural discovery.
3. Regenerative Travel, For You and The Community
Enjoy the finer things in life guilt-free. Our commitment to regenerative travel means every experience here benefits you and the community.
Restore and Recharge, In Body and Mind.
With high-quality spa treatments, ocean-view yoga, and wellness programs, our retreat center helps you slow down and reconnect. Whether you seek deep relaxation, rejuvenation, or a holistic approach to well-being, our expert practitioners offer tailored treatments inspired by traditional and modern techniques. Massage, facials, movement, deeper inner work, and self-reflection - all designed for complete renewal.
Choose from individual sessions to multi-day retreats. Leave inspired with not just memories, but a deeper understanding and connection to yourself and your surroundings.
Gastronomy Worth Traveling For.
Your culinary experience at Knai Bang Chatt is a celebration of Cambodia’s authentic flavors and a journey through international influences. We blend tradition with innovation, ensuring every dish tells a story of its origins while embracing new techniques.
Working closely with local fishermen, farmers, and top chefs, we ensure every ingredient is thoughtfully sourced, so every meal is as delicious as it is responsible.
Enjoy freshly caught seafood, seasonal vegetables, and locally grown herbs, along with our renowned steaks or vegetarian and vegan options, prepared with care and creativity. Dine with an ocean view in one of our restaurants or at your private balcony, join an interactive cooking experience, or spoil yourself and someone special with a private dinner under the stars.
Meaningful Experiences and Cultural Immersion.
Enjoy unique experiences beyond the usual. We partner with local talents and communities, allowing you to experience authentic culture and fun activities through personalized excursions, curated events, live music, and shared spaces that encourage genuine connection.
Whether through exquisite local food, sailing, island hopping, watching dolphins in their natural environment, engaging with the local farmers, and exploring the beauty of this underrated part of Cambodia. We're a destination for locals too - for dining, outdoor cinema, or special events, adding to the authentic atmosphere without compromising the privacy of your stay.
Travel That
Gives Back
From the food on your plate to the energy-efficient design of our spaces, every detail at Knai Bang Chatt is rooted in responsible hospitality. We embrace solutions that enhance the surroundings while maintaining the highest standards of authentic luxury - ranging from reducing waste, hiring local talent, and supporting sustainable agriculture.
Certified
Sustainable
Your stay directly supports ocean conservation, local farmers, and artisans. As one of only six hotels worldwide with Platinum Certification in Green Growth 2050, we uphold the highest sustainability standards without compromising comfort.
Through key partnerships with impact-driven organizations like Marine Conservation Cambodia and cultural institutions, we help preserve and celebrate Cambodia’s diverse heritage. We've invested over $1 million in community projects and marine restoration, including empowering local families, coral reef initiatives, sustainable fishing programs, and education.
Connection, Compassion, and
Lasting Impact
Guests can learn more and participate through conservation tours and visits to community-led initiatives. We see travel as more than just consumption - it’s about connection, compassion, and making a lasting impact.
For locals, we offer opportunities to engage with diverse perspectives while celebrating your heritage through events, cultural exchanges, and collaborations.
“It's another world through the gates of Knai Bang Chatt. This is understated, not opulent, luxury.”
- The Daily Telegraph
“Knai Bang Chatt is a dream hideaway, an oasis of peace. Knai Bang Chatt est un refuge de rêve, une oasis de paix.”
- Point De Vue
“The hotel is a design lovers dream: Simple, understated and high on aesthetic impact.”
- The Hotel Guru
What Our Customers Say
We had three nights here and loved our stay - could easily have stayed longer as much more to do than we suspected and it’s a truly stunning oasis by the sea and one of our favourite hotels of our trip. Some fabulous kind and helpful staff who are great at tailor-making experiences
I loved the whole stay. The staff is well trained, professional. Warm welcome with the homemade taramind juice. The food is fantastic and creative. The architecture is full of history. You felt like indulging in the Cambodia culture. Every stone, pot has some story to tell if you ask. The yoga and the teacher is the best. I came with restless mind and left with a peaceful mind. I still feel the calm and balance after checking out the property a few days later. Many techniques that you learn from there can reapply to your daily life. If you feel stressed, anxious, restless... that's the best place to be.
Knai Bang Chatt is the epitome of paradise in Kep - this is the best resort by far. The architecture is simply brilliant, rooms are very stylish & clean, infinity pool super inviting overlooking the sea, but most of all the staff are all so wonderful and make the stay well worth. Do also indulge in the beach’s discovery center for sailing & water sports activities, or chill with some classy sunset vibes at Kep West’s “The Wave” for drinks & dining!
Absolute oasis in Cambodia. The property is quietly nestled into a beachside area. The service was 5-star. They treated us like royalty. I could have sat by that pool for days... We enjoyed the restaurant, bar, amazing massages and our room had a beautiful private balcony. I cannot say enough about how splendid this stay was and the staff were just incredible.
If you're looking for a romantic getaway or a relaxing family vacation, Knai Bang Chatt Resort is the perfect place to stay.
Flexibility For a Short Escape or a Longer Stay
Whether you’re coming for a few days or a longer retreat, we are here to help create the perfect experience for you. Take your time to unwind, explore, and engage at your own pace, with exclusive access to our curated experiences, private activities, and personalized services.
The tranquility and surroundings are ideal for creativity and inspiration, so we also often welcome entrepreneurs and remote workers.
If you’re not staying overnight, you can still enjoy our experiences at Kep West (link to experience section on home page) with day activities or evening events. No matter if it’s a family lunch in one of our restaurants, a private romantic dinner, a cultural excursion, or pampering yourself in the spa, we'll make sure it's memorable.
Ready To Explore The Unique Blend of Intimacy, Community, and Authentic Luxury at Knai Bang Chatt?
Suite Room
About The Suite
At 80 sqm, our unique open plan suite encompasses the entire second floor of the Brown Villa. Accessed through a spiral staircase, the suite contains a large sleeping area, a separate lounge area with chic and comfortable seating, a large Jacuzzi style bathtub with private terrace with spectacular ocean views.
About Superior Rooms
The red villa by the poolside boasts some of our superior double rooms. With at least 38 sqm in size, the red villa features a terrace over looking the pool and with the ocean in the horizon and offers convenient access to the pool.
About Classic Rooms
Some of our classic rooms is equipped with a stunning view of the resort's garden and ocean view far in the horizon. One of the classic rooms located is closely situated to The Strand restaurant with a rooftop terrace, combined with a public living room space.
About Twin Rooms
One of the twin rooms is situated at the entrance pavilion that shares a private terrace with a superior double. One of two twin rooms is located above the reception with a view of The Strand restaurant and garden view. This pavilion is perfect for families for both intimacy and privacy.
About Single Rooms
Situated in one of our icon villas, the single room is equipped with a standard single bed, our high-end room amenities and offers a private terrace with a garden view and far-front sea view.
Room Gallery
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