Sandy Beach Bungalows by EHM

We stayed at Sandy Beach Bungalows and overall, it was a nice experience also if not what we were looking for. The bungalows are very spacious and come with various amenities like a hairdryer, kettle, shampoo, and body soap. The bathroom is large and comfortable, making it easy to relax. The breakfast was also very good, rich in options, and we enjoyed it a lot. We took part in the plankton tour at night, and it was definitely worth it. We saw many more plankton than from the shore, which was an incredible experience. The staff was friendly and helpful in several instances. We made a mistake with our booking, and they were kind enough to assist us and accommodate our needs.

Owever, we weren’t fully informed about how difficult it would be to reach the beach. From Saracen Beach, we had to take a private taxi boat, which cost €5 per person, and walking around is quite limited. The area is still under construction with several ongoing works, and there is a lot of noise. Sadly, the beach is full of plastic and trash, which was disappointing. The bungalows do not have mosquito nets, so we had to leave the air conditioning on all night to avoid being bitten. If you’re looking for a comfortable place at a reasonable price with your own space, it’s a good option. However, it’s not surrounded by nature as I expected. The area has several resorts, construction work, loud music, and a lot of plastic waste.

View on the beach

Food ok but expensive

Quiet, peaceful, on the beach, rustic, good view. Staff were very nice and helped us with a few different issues. Facilities of two other resorts able to be used.

Rubbish dumped close by, however this seems to be the problem all over Cambodia. No daily housekeeping so had to ask for water and toilet rolls. Expensive for what was on offer and compared to elsewhere in Cambodia.

I liked the quiteness and simplicity of the area. It is so small and genuine.

Nothing ..

Everything.

The proximity to the beach, the calm of the stay, and the personal is awesome. Very professional and dedicated, our stay was bliss

Not many things, some minor internet breaks, but that’s part of stay on a island

Breakfast and dinner were good. The staff was nice and the woman at the front desk was very helpful in telling me the return ferry wouldn’t come to the resort and I had to take a taxi boat to go to saracen bay !

The first night I arrived there was a lot of noise (2 groups were having fun on the beach playing loud music). I complained to the manager and he said at 10 pm all music would stop. It stopped at 2 am. I couldn’t sleep at all. The next night was all right. I had a dinner for free as a compensation. The sheets were stained. The whole bedroom needs renovation. The bathroom is laid on the beach. When you take a shower or use the washbasin the soapy water goes directly into the sand, thus… to the ocean! No drainage. No environmentally friendly. 😩

Nice beach, clean ocean. That's the only reason I gave it a normal rating. Maybe it's not as bad as I wrote, but it's definitely not worth the money.

There are many disadvantages. It is better to pay more and stay in any neighboring hotel or any other hotel on the islands.

We loved our stay at Sandy Beach Bungalows for its peaceful atmosphere, breathtaking beachfront location, and friendly staff who took excellent care of us. It’s an ideal place for those seeking tranquility and a break from the rest of the world.

However, the arrival instructions could be more specific, particularly regarding the ferry company and the correct dock, as we were dropped off kilometers away and faced difficulties reaching the property due to the island’s lack of road infrastructure. Dining options are limited—only two restaurants nearby—making it challenging to explore more without significant effort, especially after dark. While the accommodation’s restaurant food was not tasty, the rooftop bar at the other restaurant provided a better dining experience.