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The Columns

3.5 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony | Balcony view
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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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37 Phoum 1 Ouksophear, Kampot
  • Big Durian
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Entanou Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kampot Night Market
    ‪7 min walk‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Queen | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Queen

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kampot

The Columns places you within a 10-minute stroll of Big Durian and Entanou Bridge. This 17-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Big Durian - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Entanou Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kampot Night Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kampot Provincial Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kampot Salt Fields - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kampot Train Station - 9 min drive
  • Phnom Penh Intl. Airport (PNH) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rikitikitavi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Fishmarket - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moliden Guest House & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wunder Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kampot Seafood & Pepper - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Columns

Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
A local mainstay since 1921, The Columns offers free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. There's free offsite parking and limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a porter/bellhop and a garden.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Other amenities include iPod docks, minibars, and coffee makers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Khmer

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1921
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Columns?

The Columns offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Columns?

As of May 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Columns on May 22, 2025 start from $55.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near The Columns?

This hotel in Kampot is within a 10-minute walk of Kampot Night Market, Big Durian, and Entanou Bridge. You'll also find Bokor National Park and Kampot Provincial Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Columns?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does The Columns have a casino on the premises?

No, The Columns doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Columns?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Columns good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant.

Does The Columns have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Columns have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Columns serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Columns allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Columns.

Does The Columns have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Columns?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Columns offer a balcony.

The Columns Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID, Reno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at The Columns are extremely nice and helpful. The included breakfast has many nice options and is well-prepared. We had both a double room on the first floor and a balcony room on second floor in our party, and we much preferred the first floor. It’s more spacious, better laid out, and has high ceilings. The second floor is not great for tall people because there are so many low ceilings, and the rooms feel cramped.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool to stay in the old French style building. Room had heaps of character and a charming little balcony. Breakfast was awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building was very clean, and I really liked the architecture, furniture, and decor. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They greeted me by name, which I appreciated. I will definitely stay there again when I go to Kampot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, very friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. They’ve been hard hit by covid but staying open to keep staff on board. Rustic feel to the place and very affordable. Good location in Kampot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Bunleng

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mr. Bunleng Men

Good location. Excellent services. Very clean and artistically/tastefully well decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great value and great location. Aircon a little bit weak.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to stay

The room is nice and clean, aircon works well, bathroom spacious, nice shower cabin with rain shower, good water pressure for nice shower. Staff friendly and very helpful. Location is good as in walking distance to the riverside with all it's restaurants and entertainment places. The only shadow is that there was a water pump or some other drive/motor which kept on making some noise. Otherwise all ok and recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely small hotel, great location

Lovely hotel in a great location near the river and the night market with plenty of restaurants in the area. Room was nice with a little balcony (room 10) bed was comfortable. Breakfast was served in the restaurant next to the reception and was good. Staff were very helpful and very friendly which makes for a good atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Place to Stay!!

This hotel is great! It’s small, quaint and charming. Great air conditioner and the most comfortable bed. Breakfast is delicious! But best of all, the staff is super kind and can assist in getting you motorcycles and seeing the city. Loved staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved parts of this HOTEL, like the kind Breakfast and Cleaning staff, and the location, but did not Love It... as I imagined I would. It had not a single Asian entree listed on the breakfast menu. Why travel all the way to Cambodia to eat American/ Western food??? Three days in to our 6 night stay, I made mention of this, and was offered Ramen noodles with eggs... a lovely addition, but clearly an actual entree of rice or noodles would be welcome. Also, there were no Umbrellas on the tables outside to make them of use. With 34*C temps, you could not sit outside, so all the tables were not usable. Again, staff was lovely, but for the price, I would have hoped for a bit more amenities and ambiance.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved this hotel - staff were amazing!

I was here in Kampot as a volunteer accountant over Christmas as was SO happy I stayed at Columns. Very clean hotel, great buffet breakfast, very trusting staff and room was very secure and safe. Staff were consistabtly very professional and able to help. Everything thing I need assistance on (booking a bus back to Phnom Penh, Airline dramas) they were always willing to help. It was so nice as a solo traveller to easily communicated with them in English and feel extremely safe and secure. Also done the road are some great restaurants they are on the river and very well priced.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Nelson BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classic building on a run down street, great breakfast included. WiFi is weak and intermittent but the wonderful staff makes the difference.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boutique Hotel in Center of Historic Kampot

A small boutique hotel. Very nice breakfast. No bar, no restaurant other than bkfst. With antiques rather than trendy decorating. Well located in the historic center of Kampot. Weakish Wifi. No coffee machine or water boiler in room, otherwise tastefully decorated. Kampot is a beautiful low key French colonial looking city. The Columns staff helpfully suggested restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing

This is basically a cheap guest house with a fancy veneer. The building is old and worn. The front lobby has minimal and minimally trained staff. The shower had two settings: scalding hot and ice cold. Wifi was spotty. Wouldn't allow for even a one hour extension on check out. Wouldn't call a taxi to take me to train station, told me to go outside and find one myself. There are equivalent and even much better hotels in town for less money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tasteful, Comfortable, Convenient.

Comfortable hotel in tastefully restored colonial building in central area of Kampot. Excellent breakfast and lovely efficient staff.

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Long time repeat visitor.

I have been staying at the Columns for years, and have always had a positive experience. The property is well located - close to the river and town center, but on a quiet street that is virtually silent at night. The staff are all friendly and helpful, as is the owner, Thavy. The breakfast menu is not extensive, but all items are well prepared from fresh ingredients. Rooms are comfortable and quiet, with adequate work space and good wifi. Overall, one of my favourites in southern Cambodia.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nadine, Singapore / Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay in Kampot

I enjoyed every moment of my stay at “The Columns” and can only recommend this place. Staff, room, service, breakfast, location,... all perfect! The staff was also very helpful with organising my tours around Kampot as well as my onward journey. I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you for making me feel so special!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable hotel in great location

Our room at the column was super comfortable with the air con and the ceiling fan a great combo to battle the heat outdoors. The rain head shower was great and the bed the most comfortable of our trip so far. Breakfast was good and the staff were lovely. Only issues were really poor internet which was an issue cause I had to work a little.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in old Kampot

Stayed 5 nights. Perfect location just back from the river and loads of places to eat nearby. The staff were just lovely and the manager was very helpful (she even gave us some great tips for Phnom Penh).

8/10 Good

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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