Kdard La Tente: a countryside guesthouse in Kampot Province

What kind of place it is

This is a small, rural stay. With only six rooms, it feels closer to a family-scale guesthouse than a resort. Every room has its own balcony and an en-suite bathroom, and the balconies look out over the surrounding countryside.

There are gardens on the grounds if you want a slow walk without leaving the property. Expect early mornings and quiet evenings rather than a nightlife scene.

Rooms and services

What the guesthouse lists:

• Six rooms, each with a private balcony and en-suite bathroom
• Local Cambodian cooking prepared by a chef on site
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
• Laundry and dry cleaning
• Help with booking tours and activities through the staff

Meals on site are useful in a rural setting, where you may not have a restaurant within walking distance. Ask about prices when you book, as none are published on the old listing.

Getting there

The guesthouse is in the countryside of Kampot Province. Guests can arrive by car or taxi from Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and other large towns in Cambodia. Private transfers and guided tours can be arranged on request.

Because the place is outside the centre, check the Google Maps link before you set off and share the pin with your driver. Rural roads and addresses can be hard to match by name alone.

Who it suits

Kdard La Tente fits travellers who prefer a calm base over a central one, and who are happy to arrange transport for trips. If you want to be near the river, bars and restaurants of Kampot town on foot, a town guesthouse will be more convenient. If you want green views and a quiet night, this is the type of stay to consider.

It is listed among the places in the area around Bokor, so it can also work as a base for the mountain and its sights.