Veranda Natural Resort

Perched on the lush slopes of Kep, The Secret Restaurant has an organic setting with tree-trunk stools, hand-made lamps and no walls to hide views of the sea. Under twinkling lights, enjoy a varied menu of international and tangy local cuisine, including freshly caught seafood. If you fancy something sweet during the day, visit the bakery for a pastry or an ice cream. Nature finds its way into the spa with balms made from flowers, fruits and herbs. The two salt-water pools (garden or infinity) are perfect for laying out with a cocktail or cooling off.

Connected by shaded walkways, the resort has a room to suit every guest from cute wooden bungalows to expansive villas with private pools. Decorated in nature's best, each room has a private or shared veranda (with hammock or hanging chair) and the interiors are clean-cut with platform beds, banquette couches and earthy Terracotta tiles. There are also luxury options which include spacious living rooms, a kitchenette and butler service. The bathrooms are rustic-chic with toiletries in woven baskets and semi open-air showers.

When you've had enough pool floating for one day, meander down to the beach for a dip, walk or doze in the sun. You haven't been to Kep until you've visited its famous Crab Market where you can grab something tasty and be entertained by the crowds. Go hiking in the reserve for a day of birdwatching, looking for Little Buddha and soaking up the views from Sunset Rock. If you're still craving adventure, a boat trip to the caves of Kampong Trach should do the trick. And the Happy Hut has plenty for the kids!