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The Columns

3.5 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony | Balcony view
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
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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

Map
37 Phoum 1 Ouksophear, Kampot
  • Big Durian
    5 min walk
  • Entanou Bridge
    6 min walk
  • Bistro Twenty Three
    2 min walk
  • Kampot Train Station
    7 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Kampot

The Columns puts you in the heart of Kampot, within just a 10-minute stroll of Big Durian and Entanou Bridge. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Kampot hotel include Kampot Night Market and Kampot Provincial Museum.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Kampot Train Station - 9 min drive
  • Phnom Penh (PNH-Phnom Penh Intl.) - 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 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Columns. The hotel can provide concierge services and limo/town car service.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Kampot hotel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1921
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Columns offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kampot hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Khmer

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

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
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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Columns

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Columns Hotel Kampot
Columns Kampot
Columns Hotel
The Columns Hotel
The Columns Kampot
The Columns Hotel Kampot

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Columns?

The Columns offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Columns?

The closest beach to The Columns is Kep Beach (18.9 km).

Does The Columns serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Columns?

No, The Columns does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Columns?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Columns's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Columns?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Columns?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Columns Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 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

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 traveller

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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent no frills hotel
Decent no frills hotel in the old town. Close enough to everything without being right in the heart of the action

10/10 Excellent

Bloomy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Step Back in Time.
The Columns is a beautifully recreated colonial experience. The rooms are clean, spacious and cool, with a charming ambiance. The staff are friendly and accomodating, yet give you your own space. The breakfast was consistently good especially the fruit option. We would have no hesitation in staying again should we visit Kampot again in the future. Thanks to the staff for making our visit so pleasant.

8/10 Good

Lisa, Phnom Penh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I want to keep this a secret, but it's so good.
Just was trying to get some space with my best friend that was visiting. Perfectly quiet, restaurants and river just paces away. Great food at the guest house and they were available for what we wanted yet, gave us the privacy we needed. Didn't do the 6 am housekeeping disturbance, but cleaned while we were away.