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About Koh Kong accommodation
Tucked away in Cambodia's remote southwest, Koh Kong is the gateway to the Cardamom Mountains, one of the last great rainforests left in Southeast Asia. It's a laid-back province built around the Tatai River, a mangrove-lined coastline and thick jungle that's home to everything from hornbills to elephants, so accommodation here leans heavily towards nature over nightlife.
Where you stay really shapes the trip. Base yourself on the Tatai River for floating lodges and jungle chalets with kayaking on the doorstep, or stay in Koh Kong town for easy access to the market, riverfront and day trips out to the mangroves and coast.
Where to stay in Koh Kong
- Tatai River: Floating lodges and eco resorts set right on the water, with jungle views, kayaking to Tatai Waterfall and firefly tours after dark.
- Koh Kong Town: Riverside guesthouses and hotels near Dang Tong Market, handy for organising boat trips into the mangroves or onward travel to the coast.
- Koh Kong Island and coast: Coastal stays and boat-access lodges near white-sand beaches and mangrove-fringed shoreline, good for snorkelling and slower days by the water.
How much is Koh Kong accommodation?
- Budget: AU$15-40, simple guesthouse rooms in Koh Kong town with a fan or air conditioning and an en suite bathroom.
- Mid-range: AU$50-120, riverside eco resorts and lodges with guided kayaking or trekking often included.
- Luxury: AU$250-450, floating tented suites on the Tatai River with full board and guided river excursions.
What Koh Kong is known for
- Cardamom Mountains: One of Southeast Asia's largest remaining rainforests, with dense jungle trekking and a huge range of wildlife.
- Tatai River and waterfall: A scenic river that runs from gentle stretches good for kayaking to a cascading waterfall further upstream.
- Mangrove forests: Sprawling tidal mangroves along the coast, explored by boat and popular for birdwatching.
- Koh Kong Island beaches: Quiet white-sand beaches and clear water reached by a longer boat ride from the mainland.
Top-rated hotels in Koh Kong
- 4 Rivers Floating Lodge: Tented suites on floating platforms moored to the Tatai River, with kayaking and mangrove tours on offer.
- Rainbow Lodge: Grass-roofed jungle chalets on the Tatai River with guided hikes and river activities run by resident guides.
- Tatai Riverfront Resort: A small riverside stay on the Tatai River, popular for its quiet setting and easy access to the waterfall.
- Thansur Tatai Eco Resort: An eco-focused lodge along the Tatai River geared towards travellers wanting a relaxed, nature-based stay.
- Mangrove Sanctuary Resort: Based in Koh Kong town, with boat tours into the surrounding mangrove area and out to Koh Kong Island.
Travel tips for Koh Kong
- Book river or floating lodges ahead of time, as most rely on a scheduled boat transfer rather than a road pick-up.
- Visit in the dry season, from around November to April, for calmer rivers and easier access to the waterfall and islands.
- Carry cash, since ATMs are limited to Koh Kong town and don't extend out to the river lodges or coast.
- Pack insect repellent and light rain gear, as the jungle and riverside areas stay humid year-round.
- Build in extra travel time around river transfers, since boat schedules can shift with the weather.
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