In offshore in the same province of Sihanoukville, the island of Koh Rong is also becoming a beach-holiday hotspot, and this charming little collection of 38 rustic but comfy wooden bungalows on the beach offers a more barefoot feel - and much more affordable rates than the luxury properties above. There are ten distinct types, including bungalows for two, family bungalows with two bedrooms, bungalows for groups, a honeymoon "treehouse" suite, and more. There's a restaurant as well as two bars, along with activities like snorkeling, kayaking, kite-surfing, and horseback riding.

Read about more dreamy resorts in Tripatini member Vinod Saraswat's post 10 Terrific Tropical Resorts in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Palm Beach Bungalow Resort