Kep’s quiet revolution started with one man and three crumbling villas. Monday, December 1, 2025 By Justin In 2003, standing beneath the Cambodian sun, Jef Moons looked up and saw a knai bang chatt — a rainbow ring around the light. It was a rare phenomenon, and for him, a sign. Kep, once the pride of the Cambodian coast, had fallen silent. But in that moment, Moons decided to stay and rebuild, transforming three derelict villas into Knai Bang Chatt — a sanctuary where herita

PUBLISHED October 30th, 2025 03:26 am | UPDATED November 19th, 2025 01:33 am Tucked away on Cambodia’s southern coast, Knai Bang Chatt is a rare gem where history, nature, and wellbeing converge. What began as a spontaneous dirt bike ride through Kep’s jungle back in 2003 evolved into one of Southeast Asia’s most unique retreats. Belgian entrepreneur Jef Moons stumbled upon three mid-century villas, remnants of Cambodia’s golden era, left behind during the country’s turbulent

Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West continues its mission to redefine regenerative travel in Southeast Asia with the launch of its reimagined Excursions Program . This curated collection of land and sea activities highlights Cambodia Kep ’s cultural heritage, rich biodiversity, and opportunities for personal discovery....

3 min read Cambodia’s idyllic coastline has long been a secret escape for those in search of natural beauty, but now, with the unveiling of Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West’s signature wellness retreats, Kep is stepping into the spotlight as Southeast Asia’s next holistic wellness hub. This isn’t just another spa weekend. Knai Bang Chatt is redefining what it means to travel for beauty and wellbeing, turning holidays into deeply restorative journeys that nourish the body, calm the

Restored heritage villas, a new wellness center, sailing and community-based cultural adventures define sustainable luxury at Kep West. By Marissa Carruthers Published: Aug 21, 2025 02:53 PM HKT6 min read A weathered ceramic jar sits at the bottom of the Blue Villa’s spiral staircase at Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West. Believed to be a traditional Khmer water jar, its organic curves, sun-kissed patina and perfectly imperfect form echo the resort’s wabi-sabi spirit: a quiet cele

Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West is redefining what coastal escapes can give back with the launch of The Regenerative Stay, a year-long initiative that links every 2026 booking directly to mangrove restoration in Kep, Cambodia. Instead of treating guests as passive visitors, the program invites them to become active contributors to Cambodia’s coastal renewal while enjoying one of the country’s most tranquil seaside retreats.​ How The Regenerative Stay Works For every stay booked a

By TTG Asia / Posted on 16 January, 2026 14:55 Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West has launched The Regenerative Stay, a year-long programme that connects guest stays with coastal restoration efforts in Kep, Cambodia. Under the initiative, all bookings made for 2026 will fund the planting of 10 mangrove seedlings per stay. The programme is delivered in partnership with Marine Conservation Cambodia and local mangrove community members, with planting activities focused on the Kep coas