Robinson Bungalows in Koh Rong Island

This place really ticks all the boxes for me. Idyllic beachfront location, set in delightful surroundings, comfortable yet simple accommodation, great staff, delicious food and nice, laid back vibes. Add to this the fact that it’s a bit of an effort to actually get there (which means that you’re sharing the place with others of a similar disposition - no old farts moaning about irrelevant stuff) and that Sunset Beach has a couple of other places giving you a choice of eating options and a small activity provider. AND this beach has bioluminescent plankton that magically lights up the sea if you swim or paddle after dark.

To get there, a backpack, good shoes and be ready for adventure, a short hike to reach a peaceful place away from everything. The Bungalows are simple and rudimentary with a view of the beach for beautiful sunsets. Beautiful hikes to do. The meals are excellent, delicious. Too bad there is waste on the beach...

This is an amazing property and a fantastic experience. We booked the last available basic bungalow, which meant a short walk to a shared outdoor toilet/shower hut (*there are bungalows with private toilets and showers available). There is no hot water, but it didn’t take long to figure out that a room temperature shower is available in the mid- to late-afternoon. The food in the onsite restaurant is top notch, and be aware: the portion sizes are huge! If you’re so inclined there is a nice little beach bar near the water with cheap beer and reasonably priced, strong cocktails. Best of all, of course, is the idyllic Sunset Beach location. Great sand, lots of comfy, shaded seating just back from the beach, and clear, warm water for swimming. Be aware that you have to hike into the property from Saracen Bay. The hike takes approximately 25 minutes and there is a short stretch that requires caution (and a reasonable level of fitness), but there are guide ropes on that stretch so it’s safe. Also, the site is pretty much off-the-grid, so there is no data or wifi - which is part of the charm. If you absolutely must connect to the internet you can take a short walk (like 3 minutes short) up the beach to Sunset Adventures. There you can sip one of their outstanding smoothies or fruit juices while you jump onto their wifi for a bit. But hopefully you don’t feel the need to don’t feel the need too often, because being set free from your phone is part of what makes Robinson Bungalows so special. Highly recommended.

Indeed the descent towards sunset beach is sporty but very well marked by ropes along the path. This little paradise is worth it, it takes time to reach it, to see the turquoise sea between the trees. As soon as we arrive, we feel good, immediately good. This place is enveloping in softness, surrounded by the jungle and directly overlooking a postcard beach, at the end of the world. The bungalows are directly on the beach. Made of wood and bamboo, air circulates there, we breathe, we fall asleep lulled by the waves. The terrace overlooks the beach, we spend hours reading there, looking at the mesmerizing color of the water. The place is very silent, it invites calm, you can hear the birds and the waves crashing on the beach. The bed is huge and comfortable. It doesn't get hot, even during the hot hours of the day. The restaurant serves quality Khmer cuisine, with a wide variety of dishes. Taste the pierrade surrounded by soup, the fish amok, the curries, everything is good, fresh, fragrant, delicate. We hear the cooks laughing, we feel the healthy atmosphere that reigns there. The establishment is very well maintained, not a grain of sand on the restaurant deck. At sunset, the name of the beach takes on its meaning, the beach bar is lit with fairy lights and cocktails color the coffee tables. At daybreak, there is a lovely yoga class held in the shala directly on the beach right next to the property. The wind and the rolling waves in the background. When the sun rises, we put on a mask and snorkel, the best snorkeling spot is right opposite. There are many activities to do, around twenty climbing routes, hiking through the paths in the jungle to the lazy beach, going out in a kayak to see the phosphorescent plankton, getting a massage on the beach, going for a paddle ride... or read on your hammock at the beach, rest from morning to evening, let the hours pass by. It’s a beautiful place, a very beautiful place, one of its secret places, where you recharge your batteries after a long journey, you feel good, disconnected, simply good. A nugget. We realize how lucky we are to stay there and we absolutely don't want to leave.

Not easy to access... this place is worth it, but definitely worth the detour. Even during the rainy season! The wind is blowing. The waves prevent boat access and snorkling... but the place is beautiful, the sunsets are to die for. The bungalows are Spartan, it’s part of the adventure. We eat very well there while listening to Cambodian rock from the 60s.

A ver beautiful and laid back place, totally worth the walk to the other side of the island. The bungalows are basic, but comfortable.

A fantastic place to visit if you're looking for some peace. The location is excellent, with its own private stretch of beach on the quiet side of the island.

Located at sunset beach on Koh Rong Samloem. Gently nestled in the jungle rustic. It boasts a bar on the beach, which is a fantastic location. The spacious restaurant provides a collection of western and Khmer cuisine. Clean and friendly atmosphere with great sunsets.