Sabay Beach is located in Kampot, on the banks of the Teuk Chhou River, in southern Cambodge. The property stands out for its white sand beach spanning 1100 m², one of the most extensive in the town, sloping gently toward the river's fresh water.

Why choose Sabay Beach

Kampot is a small riverside town renowned for its unhurried pace, pepper plantations, and proximity to Bokor National Park. Most accommodations in the region are concentrated in the town center or along the riverbank, yet few offer direct access to such an expansive sandy beach.

Sabay Beach capitalizes on this uniqueness: a developed riverfront, sun loungers along the water's edge, and an unpretentious approach without luxury trappings. It's a destination for travelers seeking a gentle beach escape, positioned halfway between the sea (Kep and the coast are less than an hour away) and the Cambodian hinterland.

Atmosphere and setting

The property revolves around the beach and a shared space overlooking the river. The Teuk Chhou River, descending from the Bokor foothills, offers calmer water than the nearby sea and permits swimming and light water activities: kayaking, paddleboarding, evening swims before sunset over the mountains.

The atmosphere remains family-friendly and laid-back. You'll encounter both passing travelers and Cambodian families enjoying the beach by day. As evening falls, the riverside grows quiet and peaceful once more.

Accommodation and services

Rooms are equipped with fans, and wifi is available in most of them. The offering remains deliberately simple, designed as an affordable beach stay rather than an upscale hotel.

The restaurant serves traditional Khmer dishes (amok, lok lak, tamarind soups) alongside a more classical Western menu for travelers in transit. The riverside location is particularly conducive to meals at day's end.

• Private white sand beach (1100 m²)
• Khmer and international restaurant
• Water activities on the river
• Wifi in most rooms
• Fans in rooms

Location

The accommodation sits on the Teuk Chhou riverbank, minutes by tuk-tuk from central Kampot and its lively waterfront. The town is accessible from Phnom Penh by bus or car (allow approximately 3 to 4 hours) and from Sihanoukville in under two hours.

Nearby attractions

Kampot makes an excellent base for exploring southern Cambodge:

• Bokor National Park, its former French hilltop station and coastal viewpoints
• Kampot pepper plantations, a protected geographical indication
• The coastal town of Kep and its famous crab market
• Phnom Chhngok caves and their pre-Angkorian sanctuaries
• Koh Tonsay Island (Rabbit Island) off the coast of Kep

For variety in atmosphere, other properties in the region deserve a visit: Boutique Kampot Hotel in town, or Knai Bang Chatt in Kep for an upscale experience.

Planning your stay

Sabay Beach fits naturally into an itinerary combining Phnom Penh, Kampot, Kep, and the Cambodian coastline. To build a tailor-made journey, explore our Cambodge tours and connect with our local experts.