The 20 solid rooms and bungalows, many with verandas for some quality contemplation, are spread across the hillside above the beach. The bar and restaurant run right to the water's edge. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Behind the bright yellow façade, this 20-room place feels a bit jerry-rigged and the halls could use some sprucing up, but the set-up is quite functional and each room is fairly large and comes with a fridge. Guests get a free beer at the downstairs bar. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Opened in 2007, this laid-back, family-run guesthouse - the name means 'golden island' - has 12 rooms (more are planned) with simple but serviceable bathrooms. Air-con rooms have hot water. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A step up in terms of comfort and security from most budget establishments, this family-friendly place is quiet except when Hun Sen's helicopter lands next door. The 26 rooms are fairly large and come with practical decor. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A favourite hangout of the young backpacker crowd, this establishment has 26 bright blue bungalows (12 of them added in 2007) set around two banana-shaded garden courtyards. All have simple furnishings, mozzie nets and verandas. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A delightful 10m (11yd) pool surrounded by chaises longues, terracotta tiles and potted palms is the centrepiece of this restful, family-friendly place. Popular with adventure groups, its 45 spotless rooms have air-con, hot water, a fridge and well-designed bathrooms (rare in the… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Sihanoukville's most romantic getaway is spectacularly situated atop the bluff that separates Occheuteal Beach from Otres Beach. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters, it has 22 all-wood bungalows, many with sea views, and 12 rooms. Sea breezes usually make air-con unnecessary. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

One of Occheuteal's most established hotels, with 83 spacious rooms featuring lots of solid wood, this place is housed in an imposing, Khmer-style building with serene, Bayon-style faces peering out from above the main entrance. The staff is very professional and speaks English. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Cambodia's first five-star beach resort, this stunning Khmer-style complex has 166 super-elegant rooms and suites. Amenities include a spa, fitness centre, children's playground and huge pool - but best of all is the 1.5km (.93mi) private beach, long considered the best in town. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Neat, organised and cosy in the best Scandinavian tradition, this super-welcoming guesthouse - run by a Swedish-Khmer couple - has a cheerful lounge and 11 spotless rooms, all with air-con and fridge. Often full so book ahead. Full Lonely Planet Review ›