Kactus - Your Island Sanctuary

Sihanoukville · Cambodia

Kactus - Your Island Sanctuary

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Low confidence 30 reviews
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Drip perks

💪 Gym 🧖 Sauna

Facilities

👕 Laundry 📋 Meeting Room 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🅿️ Paid Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌿 Garden 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe 🍳 Breakfast
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Adaptors Luggage Storage Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange PlayStation Board Games Pool Table Wi-Fi Table Tennis Gaming Consoles Smart TV Restaurant Meals Available Mini-Supermarket Filtered Water Dispenser Linen Included Towels Included Reading Light Ceiling Fan Charging Plugs Security Lockers CCTV in Common Areas First Aid Kits Common Room Games Room Late Check-out Massage Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage

Prices

Dorms $17 / night
Privates $121 / night

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Worst reviews

Germany FEMALE 25-30 Aug 9, 2025 6.0/10

It was a decent Hostel. Its the only Hostel and the only Restaurant on the Island so you Kind of have to eat there if you want. The prices were Kind of high, wich I didnt enjoy, Specially since you HAVE to go there. Plus for me the Vibe was Kind of Off with the people, but that could be just for me.

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England FEMALE 18-24 Apr 16, 2024 6.0/10

The island is incredibly beautiful however some things did colour our experience in a bad light. We heard dorms were full of bats and rubbish was not regularly removed so rats were running around. The food was a bit expensive and is pretty much the only option but generally ok. We stayed in the tent which was insufferably hot so be aware. The staff were friendly though. One thing to note is that the activities they advertise only take place if enough people are interested.

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Apr 11, 2023 6.0/10

all in all the hostel was cute. i liked the common area near the beach and the treehouse to chill. you have to make yourself clear your in the jungle. insects everywhere. when i was there we had a water and electricity schedule which was a bit annoying. couldn't use the shower or the toilet because of it. food was really great but expensive if you are a budget traveller.

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England FEMALE 18-24 Mar 3, 2024 8.0/10

Amazing beach gate away. Stunning location though as it’s remote, you can only eat at the hostel so expect to bring cash and spend it. Loved the board games selection!

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Denmark FEMALE 31-40 Oct 17, 2023 8.0/10

A cool location. The bar/lounge area is really nice. The place is clean for a tree house concept, though there is a lot of bugs, spiders and lizards. Food is good but expensive. I didn’t like the vibes of the staff, it kinda felt like you were disturbing their vacation when you asked for food or had questions.

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Germany COUPLE 18-24 Apr 17, 2023 8.0/10

If you want to spent a few slow days relaxing and being in nature this place is great for you. It is on a very small island so the hostel is quite simple. During our trip the water and the electricity weren't working a lot of the time but if you can look past this you'll have a great time. There is free yoga/Tao classes most mornings and there is a creativ space where you can paint, etc. A highlight was the glowing plancton right on the hostels beach. Bring a good mosquito spray

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Brazil MALE 25-30 Apr 9, 2026 10.0/10

Don't think twice, guys, just go for it Pretty relaxing time, in addition to great Staff and activities

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Germany MALE 25-30 Mar 23, 2026 10.0/10

this place is paradise. The sauna sunsets are out of this world.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Dec 28, 2025 10.0/10

Truly the best experience of my 3+ months of travel so far, Kactus is an absolute dream of a place that was the perfect escape and week-long calm down after some fast-paced travel. The nightly saunas and cold plunges, incredible staff, food, people, nature, wildlife, bioluminescence, restaurant food -- I could go on forever! I heard about Kactus through a recommendation from a friend, and I will be sending everyone I love here anytime they're in Cambodia. I love Kactus.

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England MALE 31-40 Dec 13, 2025 10.0/10

Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed at in my life. The people, the vibe, the layout. All perfect nestled on an idyllic and private long stretch of white beach sands. I’ll be going back for sure!!! This is a gem.

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Recent reviews

Brazil MALE 25-30 Apr 9, 2026 Atm 100%

Don't think twice, guys, just go for it Pretty relaxing time, in addition to great Staff and activities

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Germany MALE 25-30 Mar 23, 2026 Atm 100%

this place is paradise. The sauna sunsets are out of this world.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Dec 28, 2025 Atm 100%

Truly the best experience of my 3+ months of travel so far, Kactus is an absolute dream of a place that was the perfect escape and week-long calm down after some fast-paced travel. The nightly saunas and cold plunges, incredible staff, food, people, nature, wildlife, bioluminescence, restaurant food -- I could go on forever! I heard about Kactus through a recommendation from a friend, and I will be sending everyone I love here anytime they're in Cambodia. I love Kactus.

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England MALE 31-40 Dec 13, 2025 Atm 100%

Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed at in my life. The people, the vibe, the layout. All perfect nestled on an idyllic and private long stretch of white beach sands. I’ll be going back for sure!!! This is a gem.

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England MALE 18-24 Dec 3, 2025 Atm 100%

Super chill place with good food and activities. A little expensive as no other options

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France FEMALE 25-30 Oct 1, 2025 Atm 100%

Le meilleur Hostel dans lequel j’ai pu séjourné, tous pays confondus ! L’ambiance est exceptionnelle, chill, familiale, relaxante… la vibe est juste incroyable ! J’y retournerai les yeux fermés si je pouvais ! Les dortoirs sont très bien avec moustiquaires individuelles, l’espace commun et resto est juste parfait et l’accès à la plage et à la partie jungle complète le tout déjà excellent. Attention toutefois à ne pas tomber amoureux du lieux et ne plus pouvoir parti...

Translated to English

The best hostel I've ever stayed in, all countries combined ! The atmosphere is exceptional, chill, family, relaxing... the vibe is just amazing ! I'd turn back with my eyes closed if I could ! The dorms are very good with individual mosquito nets, the common space and resto is just perfect and the access to the beach and the entire jungle part is already excellent. Be careful though not to fall in love with the place and not be able to leave !

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Aug 9, 2025 Atm 60%

It was a decent Hostel. Its the only Hostel and the only Restaurant on the Island so you Kind of have to eat there if you want. The prices were Kind of high, wich I didnt enjoy, Specially since you HAVE to go there. Plus for me the Vibe was Kind of Off with the people, but that could be just for me.

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France FEMALE 18-24 Apr 22, 2025 Atm 100%

Un vrai petit coin de paradis ! Entre un personnel aux petits soins et une multitude d’activités aussi fun que dépaysantes, chaque journée était un plaisir. Impossible de s’ennuyer, tout invite à la détente et à l’évasion. Un séjour inoubliable !

Translated to English

Between a meticulous staff and a multitude of activities as fun as they are unusual, every day was a pleasure. impossible to get bored, everything invites to relaxation and escape. an unforgettable stay !

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USA COUPLE 25-30 Feb 9, 2025 Atm 100%

Incredible, lovely property. Most of it is made by hand from jungle materials. Good food, drinks, lovely staff. Lots of art, games, music equipment. Really amazing place. My only complaint is that we got a bungalow for privacy and that was nearly non-existent. Our head was just a meter from the walking path so you could hear every time someone walked past and you could see into the bungalow from multiple different paths, so it was really hard to change clothes or feel alone.Not ideal for couples

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Venezuela MALE 25-30 Nov 30, 2024 Atm 100%

The best hostel in Cambodia, by far!!!. The staff was super friendly, the location is perfect, you basically have the whole beach for yourself and they offer many activities so you feel like you never want to leave the island. Also the food is delicious. You feel like you’re staying in paradise, I would love to come back and stay longer but sadly had to lea because I’m a digital nomad and the internet was slow to non existent.

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Austria FEMALE 18-24 May 23, 2024 Atm 100%

Beste Zeit dort gehabt!

Translated to English

Best time I have ever had!

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England FEMALE 18-24 Apr 16, 2024 Atm 60%

The island is incredibly beautiful however some things did colour our experience in a bad light. We heard dorms were full of bats and rubbish was not regularly removed so rats were running around. The food was a bit expensive and is pretty much the only option but generally ok. We stayed in the tent which was insufferably hot so be aware. The staff were friendly though. One thing to note is that the activities they advertise only take place if enough people are interested.

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Sweden MALE 18-24 Apr 7, 2024 Atm 100%

everything was just amazing this hostel is paradise can not say anything negative at all the food was great, the staff where incredible and it was sso layed back and relaxing thank you to Pepe for doing the amazing yoga and circuit training and to T for alway having the greatest smile when greeting us all all in all waw is all i can say

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Germany MALE 18-24 Mar 3, 2024 Atm 100%

Perfekt zum entspannen und ausruhen. Die Insel bietet so viel Ruhe und eine tolle Atmosphäre

Translated to English

The island offers so much tranquility and a great atmosphere

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England FEMALE 18-24 Mar 3, 2024 Atm 80%

Amazing beach gate away. Stunning location though as it’s remote, you can only eat at the hostel so expect to bring cash and spend it. Loved the board games selection!

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Jan 21, 2024 Atm 100%

Kactus is literally paradise. It’s the most amazing hostel I’ve been so far in Cambodia. If had it most warm welcome g from staff and volunteers. They create such a nice energy and you can really see how everyone tries to make this place even more beautiful. You can chill at the private beach and you’ll have an amazing view from the sea view dorm. They also offer boat tours which are totally worth it. You can do snorkelling and cliff jumping. I can highly recommend this place to you guy...

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India MALE 25-30 Dec 28, 2023 Atm 100%

The only regret is that I only stayed there for a couple of days. It's nothing short of paradise.

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England MALE 25-30 Dec 8, 2023 Atm 100%

I absolutely love this place! Completely secluded, nestled in the jungle right next to a beautiful beach. The people there are amazing and the food is great!

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Wales MALE 25-30 Dec 7, 2023 Atm 100%

It's not luxury but it certainly felt like paradise. Just make sure you can handle the wildlife as some people underestimated how intertwined you are here.

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Germany FEMALE 31-40 Nov 7, 2023 Atm 100%

Kactus is a lovely place, arranged with so much love. The food is great, the staff is friendly, the beach is beautiful, exploring the jungle was much fun. You just have to be aware, the jungle is just around the corner and its animals share the island with you :)