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Cloud 9
Top choice!
Serendipity Beach
Sihanoukville Province
Tel: (012) 479 365
Description
Hidden away in the trees at the western end of the beach, barang-run Cloud 9 is easily the best value spot on Serendipity Beach. With a very pleasant, welcoming atmosphere and comfortable wooden and thatch bungalows with an attention to detail you rarely see in backpacker-targeted bungalows, Cloud 9 attracts a steady backpacker crowd and with good reason. The bungalows are well maintained and the bathrooms spotless, while downstairs has a pleasant restaurant and bar area. The beachfront is rocky, but it is just a short walk to a decent stretch of sand. Some of the bungalows have great views. If you're visiting over a weekend try to get there early to be in with a chance of a room, as Cloud 9 do not take reservations. Highly recommended.
Bungalow fan private b'room
10 USD (low season)
10 USD (high season)
$12 for a better view
Added to Travelfish on: 15th August, 2004
Last visited or updated on: 14th July, 2005
Guest feedback
Very chilled, amazing location - 
By tony85 ( total comments: 3 
) Stayed here 2/2008
I was only meant to stay four nights... ended up nearly three weeks! I really fell in love with this place. Great staff, food, atmosphere and an amazing view. It was a few dollars more expensive than some other places, but trust me -- worth every cent to escape the mayhem (and loud horrible music) of the main stretch. Will definitely be back next year. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Cleanliness | Facilities | Location | Romance | Rooms | Service | Value | Vibe |
Seen beeter days - 
By theworldtraveller ( total comments: 1 ) Stayed here 1/2008
think the bungalows getting old here , termits eat on them , can here the sound all nights , some smell too from the waterpipes.
The price is 17-20 Dollar night highseason
Fantastic place to stay - 
By ajschneller ( total comments: 2 ) Stayed here 1/2008
Great bungalows and great breeze. The curries and Amok were fantastic and Paul the bartender is the coolest kid ever, the pets too are groovy! Definitely check out the Top Cat movie house up the hill and some of the islands in the area.
Lonely Planet syndrom -
By pierre55 ( total comments: 9 ) Stayed here 11/2007
The prices are much higher than that.
The Cove - An alternative -
By pierre55 ( total comments: 9 ) Stayed here 11/2007
As most of the Lonely Planet top rated locations, the guesthouse was full when I arrived. The3 priced are higher than 10 USD. I have been staying next door, at the COVE BEACH BUNGALOW. They are absolutely perfect, have all the perfect hamock you are dreaming about and the perfect seaview with a great sunset. I think this is absolutely the best place in the area.
beautiful place to chill out -
By rakhee2108 ( total comments: 6 ) Stayed here 6/2007
Bungalow for 3 people, fan, ensuite, balcony with hammock, mosquito net = $12
Located on edge of Serendipity Beach makes this a quiet, peaceful place to stay. Chill out on the hammocks or by the bar, overlooking the ocean - great place to catch a beautiful sunset. Friendly staff. Def worth the few extra dollars.
perfect location -
By peterlaqua ( total comments: 3 ) Stayed here 3/2007
Cloud 9 dont take bookings but if your lucky enough to get a room youុr in paradise. Great bungalows, chilled view and great staff. If you get the chance to meet Joe the new ownerុំ your in for a fun time, he is as chilled as you can get. If they are booked out check out The Cove Beach Bungalows two doors down that have brilliant rooms, brilliant views and a very HELPFUL owner called Richard​​
Great Place, Great Food -
By dmisfeld ( total comments: 2 ) Stayed here 5/2006
Stayed for 4 nights. Perfect location and atmosphere for relaxing by the beach. Order the garlic prawns and potatos - best dish all trip. This place is setting a standard for the rest of the area to follow.
Very Chilled -
By mattyvlem ( total comments: 10 ) Stayed here 12/2005
Really lovely place - nice bungalows, good bar area with excellent food and really friendly owners. Great place to relax completely with good views from balcony that comes with a hammock. Excellent value for money.
Best place at the beach - 
By lechtenberg ( total comments: 2 ) Stayed here 11/2005
Not noisy and very good food, specially the fruit-shakes...
Good help for travelling
Excellent choice - No rating given
By gbansal ( total comments: 2 )
I spent two nights here over Memorial Day weekend. It was wonderful. The bungalows have great views of the sea, and spent a great deal of time on the hammock in my balconyjust watching the fishermen in the sea. I would go back in a second. Patrick and Julia (the owners) are extremely nice.
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