Overwater villas, private pools, infinity pool, spa, restaurant
Koh Ouen Private Island, Koh Rong Archipelago, Near Sihanoukville, Cambodia Get directions
"Located on two tiny islands connected by a footbridge in the Koh Rong archipelago, this eco-conscious hideaway sits over the country’s first marine reserve and protects turtles, seahorses and tropical fish. The 24 villas are crafted from reclaimed timber and feature canopy beds, driftwood furnishings, sunken bathtubs and private infinity pools. Through the resort’s foundation, guests can visit local villages, help establish coral nurseries or snorkel with marine scientists; after dark, guided night swims reveal bioluminescent plankton, and the open-air spa offers therapies inspired by Buddhist principles." - Laura Begley Bloom, Devorah Lev-Tov
"Song Saa Private Island in Cambodia is certified by Regenerative Travel, an eco-collective that requires members submit data annually to keep their status."
"Spread over two linked islands in protected Cambodian waters, this boutique island resort offers 24 villas and five-night spa retreats inspired by Buddhist practice, with treatments in outdoor thatched 'sanctuaries' to immerse guests in nature; programming typically includes yoga, meditation, massage, bath rituals and blessings from Buddhist monks." - Teresa Bergen Teresa Bergen Teresa Bergen is a Portland, Oregon-based travel writer. She specializes in wellness, outdoors, and vegan and sober travel. Teresa is the author of “Easy Portland Outdoors” and the co-author of “Historic Cemeteries of Portland, Oregon.” Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A private-island escape set across two tiny neighboring isles connected by a footbridge over a marine reserve, offering intimate bungalow accommodations and close access to thriving coral reefs, tropical fish, and sea turtles." - Michelle Gross Michelle Gross Michelle Gross is an award-winning travel, food, and lifestyle journalist. In addition to contributing to Travel + Leisure, Michelle is a travel columnist and regular contributor to Robb Report, Thrillist, Business Insider, Fodor’s, and BBC Travel, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Located in a marine reserve within Cambodia’s Koh Rong archipelago, the 27 open-plan overwater villas are built from sustainable materials and designed to blur indoor and outdoor living (indoor-outdoor showers, shaded daybeds, airy thatched ceilings). The marine-rich surroundings offer snorkeling encounters with seahorses, turtles, and octopuses, and guests can engage with the Song Saa Foundation’s conservation and marine-preservation programs." - Annie Fitzsimmons
