Koh Russey Villas & Resort, Cambodia

Having opened its doors in late 2018, this luxury island resort, set amid the emerald waters of the Koh Rong archipelago, brings a new level of lifestyle luxury to the region being heralded as the new Cambodian Riviera.

Offering an intoxicating blend of indoor-outdoor tropical living, guests can expect an experience that’s completely in tune with the resort’s spectacular surroundings; villas and pavilions, contemporary in design and with sleek interiors, blend seamlessly with the lush landscapes while offering sweeping ocean views. Each room category will provide something different, from the Garden Pavilions nestled amid lush jungle foliage, to simply stunning beach villas, which come with a private 15 square-metre swimming pool just a few steps from the beach.

The resort’s facilities are just as impressive, particularly the spa, where ancient Asian healing techniques and age-old beauty recipes are brought together to create bespoke experiences designed to relax and rejuvenate. Then there’s the superb restaurant, Horizon, which overlooks the beach and infinity pool. Here, menus will showcase a medley of international flavours at breakfast while the evening welcomes guests with perfectly prepared and presented French fusion fare. Alternatively, the Beach Shack serves everything from authentic Khmer dishes to grills and the catch of the day, all set to a laid-back island vibe.