The Magic Sponge
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Magic Sponge

Homestay
st 730, Kampot, Kampot Province, Cambodia
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Located along Guest house Street, The Magic Sponge welcomes guests with a Jasmine garden, restaurant and bar. It features multiple balconies and offers views of the mountains. All private rooms have flat-screen internet TV and private bathroom with hot water rainshower. At The Magic Sponge, property amenities include an internet TV lounge, mini golf course, two pool tables and a pub with live entertainment. Motorcycle rental and tour information is also available.Show More
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Highlights
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Free parking
Top local pick
Ideal location
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Amenities
Private ParkingFree
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle pick-up
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Airport shuttle drop-off
Bar
Billiards room
Restaurant
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Property Description
Located along Guest house Street, The Magic Sponge welcomes guests with a Jasmine garden, restaurant and bar. It features multiple balconies and offers views of the mountains. All private rooms have flat-screen internet TV and private bathroom with hot water rainshower. At The Magic Sponge, property amenities include an internet TV lounge, mini golf course, two pool tables and a pub with live entertainment. Motorcycle rental and tour information is also available.
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4.6/5
Great
Cleanliness4.6
Amenities4.6
Location4.6
Service4.6
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Cam-Beach1
(<100m)
Landmarks: Salt Workers Roundabout
(<100m)
Landmarks: Kampot Art Gallery
(<100m)
Landmarks: La Plantation Agritourism Center
(280m)
Landmarks: Old Bridge
(290m)
Landmarks: Old Royal Cinema
(330m)
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Rooms

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Twin Room
6

Twin Room

2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
City view
Electric fan
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Twin Room with Private External Bathroom

Twin Room with Private External Bathroom

1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Double Room
6

Double Room

1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
City view
Electric fan
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Family Room
6

Family Room

1 Double bed and 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Large Twin Room
5

Large Twin Room

2 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews

4.6/5
Great
22 reviews
Verified Reviews
  • Cleanliness4.6
  • Amenities4.6
  • Location4.6
  • Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Kampot
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AI Summary
The accommodation provides excellent value for money, delicious breakfast, and convenient location near attractions. Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable rooms, exceptional cleanliness, and friendly staff.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 6, 2025
What a place! We stayed in family room for 3 nights (2 adults and 2 kids 13 and 10). Very comfortable room with strong WIFI (and Netflix etc available). Lovely calm setting with very good choice of food (and generous portions). We happily spent time relaxing in the grounds with mini golf, pool tables and daily happy hour (great cocktails). It is also great location just a few minutes walk from main bars/restaurants. However, the best thing about this place is the owner William. So friendly and helpful, he couldn’t have done more to make our stay any better. Highly recommend this place. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Kampot!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 11, 2024
Great place , friendly welcome, great food under a cooling plant covered canopy. Spacious comfy fully functional rooms with extensive tv choices (if that’s your thing. ) Good position for the old town and riverside. Mini golf and pool tables for free! I visited twice- says it all. 🙏🏻
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 26, 2024
We stayed with William for 2 nights and it‘s rather difficult not using superlatives when describing the experience. Luckily enough we arrived on a Tuesday, right on time for the the „Supertaco Tuesday“! This once-a-week experience gives you an american sized portion of a taco. And when I say „american sized“, I really mean BIG! You pay USD 5.- and even get a free drink! Many people struggle with the huge portion but we managed. :-) The magic sponge does not only offer tacos but also many other dishes such as asian, indian etc. And no matter what you order, you can rest assured that you will not leave hungry and not burn a hole in your wallet. They write „A whole world of food - American sized portions“ for a reason after all. But there‘s more than just the yummy food! You‘re staying in this beautiful and well looked after old building with lovely rooms and comfortable beds. Plus you get to enjoy free pool (snooker) and mini-golf - as much and as often as you like! William is a really cheerful and welcoming person and together with his lovely staff he makes sure that you feel right at home. He also has his own TukTuk-driver who took us out for a day to see the pepper plantations and much more. We loved every single minute of it and wholeheartedly recommend him and his guesthouse. We have travelled many years and have yet to stay at a better guesthouse than his. Thanks for everything, William!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 28, 2024
My stay here was an absolute delight, especially thanks to William, our host, who was not only extraordinarily attentive and solution-oriented but also showed a contagious enthusiasm for his job and the well-being of his guests. The entire team is very motivated. Above all, I enjoyed the good food - simply outstanding! The value for money exceeded my expectations. It is rare to find such a Western standard at such a fair price. The location in Kampot was good too. In the immediate vicinity, there were practical services such as motorcycle rental and a laundry, which made the stay even more pleasant. I highly recommend this hotel, especially to those who are looking for a touch of Western standard without having to dig deep into their pockets. A great find!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 4, 2024
Great value for the price. A wonderful owner who goes out of his way to make his guests feel comfortable. Marvelous food, nice garden. Located within walking distance of Kampot attractions. I definitely recommend this place.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 6, 2023
Only stayed for one night due to travel commitments but would have stayed longer. Very clean and good facilities. I've read that one of the downstairs rooms can be noisy, however, we were upstairs and had no issues at all. The AC/fan works perfectly and there is a great TV in the room. Perfect stay if you want to get away from busier/commercial hotels. William is friendly, accommodating and full of helpful suggestions. He remembered our names and went out of his way to make us feel welcome. Slightly more expensive that some private rooms in hostels, but much better value than a lot of similar rooms in other hotels. The standard of room matches the top hotels, but comes with a friendly, personalised service too that you simply won't find in bigger, commercial establishments. Would definitely return here if back in Kampot.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
September 29, 2023
My old mate and I stayed at the magic sponge nearly 3weeks in September 2023,the welcome mat was certainly put at our feet the moment we arrived .William Hudson owner manager a massive smile and the coldest beer in kampot,. We were shown to our rooms so clean and comfortable with lovely decoration private bathroom and a balcony that is just beautiful.The choices of menu was unbelievable and the serves where very American sized, and very reasonably priced , the girls in the kitchen were just lovely and cleaned our rooms so beautifully,so much laughter and fun watching Williams daily movie,with ice cold beer and snacks.The magic sponge and kampot literally stole my heart I can’t wait to return,Thankyou William for making our stay with you so welcoming,like the terminator famously said I’ll be back🙏😍🥰❤️💕
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 6, 2023
Comfortable, relaxing. HUGE breakfast ! William, as always, pays great attention to detail and is the most friendly and knowledgeable host. I wouldn't stay anywhere else in Kampot. The sponge was ideal for us and my seven year old daughter couldn't get enough of playing golf or watching kids' Netflix.... I love the great selection of food and the quality and western size portions was well appreciated. Thanks

Services & Amenities

Bar
Billiards room
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
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Internet
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–21:00
Check-out: 08:00–11:30
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Managed by a Private Host
This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 11
Located along Guest house Street, The Magic Sponge welcomes guests with a Jasmine garden, restaurant and bar. It features multiple balconies and offers views of the mountains. All private rooms have flat-screen internet TV and private bathroom with hot water rainshower. At The Magic Sponge, property amenities include an internet TV lounge, mini golf course, two pool tables and a pub with live entertainment. Motorcycle rental and tour information is also available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for The Magic Sponge?

The cancellation policy for The Magic Sponge varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Magic Sponge?

Standard check-in time at The Magic Sponge is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:30.

Does The Magic Sponge provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at The Magic Sponge. Breakfast option(s): American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian.

Can I bring my pet inside the The Magic Sponge?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in The Magic Sponge.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Magic Sponge ?

Yes, at The Magic Sponge, an airport shuttle is available. We suggest you call ahead to confirm details.

About This Property

Average Price FromPHP2025
Hotel Star Rating2