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Cambodia's island escapeFind your way
Find your way
to paradise.
A clear, independent guide to Koh Rong and Koh Rong Sanloem—where to stay, how to get there and how to make the most of every island day.
Local planning note
Always confirm your accommodation's nearest pier before choosing a ferry.
Plan the whole journeyOne island. Three simple bookings.
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Beautifully wild.
Surprisingly simple.
Koh Rong rewards a little planning. Pick the right beach and arrival pier first, then let the island set the pace.
This guide brings the decisions that matter into one place, with honest context and useful booking routes for travellers who want less searching and more island time.
Plan the crossing
Understand the Sihanoukville ferry routes, piers and onward transfers in one place.
Build your island stay
Find the right mix of beaches, boat days, jungle walks and slow tropical evenings.
Stay finder
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Choose the beach before the hotel.
The best stay is the one that matches your version of island life.
Easy & social
Most connectedKoh Touch
Best for first visits, restaurants, nightlife and simple ferry connections.
Calm & convenient
Best balanceLong Set Beach
Long white sand, a quieter mood and a growing choice of polished beachfront stays.
Switch off
Pure retreatRemote beaches
Choose a resort-led escape when privacy, clear water and doing very little are the point.
Getting to Koh RongCity to sand,
City to sand,
step by step.
Fly to Cambodia
Start with Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville, depending on your wider trip.
Reach Sihanoukville
Continue by flight, road transfer or bus to the coastal ferry piers.
Take the right ferry
Match the operator and arrival pier to your accommodation before booking.
Independent guidanceUseful context before every booking
Built to stay currentSeasonal travel notes and regular updates
Island-specificNo generic Cambodia filler
Koh Rong questions
Quick answers before you book.
Clear starting points for the questions travellers ask most often. Transport and availability should still be reconfirmed before travel.
How do you get to Koh Rong?
Most visitors reach Sihanoukville on the Cambodian mainland and continue by ferry. Match the ferry arrival pier to the instructions supplied by your accommodation.
Which part of Koh Rong is best for a first visit?
Koh Touch offers the easiest access to restaurants and nightlife. Long Set Beach is a popular middle ground for travellers who want a calmer beach without feeling isolated.
How long should you stay on Koh Rong?
Three to five nights gives many travellers enough time for beach days and one boat or island activity without making the ferry journey feel rushed. Longer stays suit slower resort or beach-focused trips.
Is Koh Rong the same as Koh Rong Sanloem?
No. They are separate islands with different beaches and ferry stops. Check the exact island name on every hotel, ferry and transfer booking.
Do ferry schedules change?
Yes. Timings, routes and arrival piers can change with season, weather and operator decisions. Reconfirm details shortly before travel.
What could possibly
Koh Rong?
Find the beach, book the journey and arrive knowing exactly where you're going.