Samanea Opens Cambodia’s First Luxury Wellness Resort in Cardamom Mountains

Samanea Wellness Resort

This new year, Samanea Group, a luxury hospitality group, has officially opened Samanea Wellness Resort, set across 40 hectares of pristine natural landscape in the Cardamom Mountains of Pursat Province in Cambodia. The opening of the resort marks the Group’s latest destination-led wellness offering and builds on the success of Samanea Beach Resort & Spa in Kep, which launched in 2018 and has since become one of Cambodia’s premier coastal retreats.

A New Wellness Escape in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains

Now open for guest bookings, Samanea Wellness Resort is well-positioned to capture the strong rebound in tourism to Cambodia. In recent years, the country has welcomed approximately 6.7 million international visitors. Against this backdrop, Pursat Province, known for its rich agricultural heritage and untouched natural beauty, is emerging as an ideal destination for travellers seeking a slower, more intentional form of travel. With growing interest in eco-tourism and nature-based escapes, the Cardamom Mountains offer a compelling setting for a wellness-focused retreat.

Designed for Rejuvenation, Restoration and Self-Discovery

Samanea Wellness Resort

The new resort has been thoughtfully designed to offer guests a holistic journey of rejuvenation, restoration and self-discovery, deeply rooted in its natural surroundings. The resort’s philosophy centres on three core pillars: Wellness, Nutrition, and Sustainability. It features 32 spacious private villas, each designed with wellness and sustainability in mind. From the architecture to the interiors, every detail has been considered, including premium, sustainably produced Getha mattresses, chosen to promote physical recovery and deep relaxation. Other facilities within the resort include a fitness house, ozone pool, wellness sanctuary, signature restaurant, lounge, and an organic river farm that supports the resort’s farm-to-table philosophy.

Wellness Experiences Rooted in Nature

In the realm of wellness, the resort offers restorative treatments and immersive, nature-based therapies tailored for individuals, couples and groups, encouraging guests to reconnect with both body and mind.

Mindful Nutrition and Authentic Khmer Cuisine

Complementing this is a carefully curated nutrition programme, featuring mindful dining experiences that celebrate authentic Khmer cuisine, crafted using locally grown and foraged ingredients.

Sustainable Luxury with Real Impact

Samanea Wellness Resort

Sustainable luxury is woven into every aspect of the resort’s operations. 30% of the property is powered by solar energy, alongside environmentally responsible practices, conservation initiatives, and locally sourced, eco-friendly products. There is also a 1% mandatory guest contribution that supports community and environmental CSR projects.

Immersive Excursions Beyond the Resort

Beyond the resort grounds, guests can embark on curated excursions such as jungle trekking, eco-motorbike trails, village immersions, boat fishing experiences, and guided wildlife encounters, including the rare Siamese crocodile night watch. These activities are designed to foster a deeper appreciation of the local ecosystem and culture, blending adventure with mindfulness.

Connecting Guests with Community and Culture

More than a leisure destination, Samanea Wellness Resort creates meaningful connections between guests, local communities and the environment through agritourism experiences and community volunteering initiatives.

A Vision for Purposeful Luxury in Cambodia

Samanea Wellness Resort

Tristan de LA PORTE du THEIL, Chief Resort Officer of the Samanea Wellness Resort, said, “ True hospitality goes beyond beautiful spaces, it’s about the soul, energy and intention behind every experience. At Samanea Wellness Resort, we have created a destination where guests can truly slow down, reconnect with nature, and leave feeling restored in body and mind. As we look ahead, we hope to shape Samanea into one of Cambodia’s leading wellness destinations, offering purposeful luxury rooted in wellness, nutrition and sustainability.”

To find out more about Samanea Wellness Resort, please visit: www.samanea-wellnessresort.com

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