Must-see hotels in Cambodia

  • Treehouse Bungalows

    Koh Rong

    Nestled in a secluded cove about a 15-minute beach walk from Koh Tuch pier, Treehouse has more than a touch of the fairy tale about it. The glass-doored…

  • River Dophin Hotel

    Kratie

    Stranded somewhat inland from the riverfront action, this is nonetheless a deservedly popular place thanks to a moderate level of comfort and service (for…

  • Easy Tiger

    The Southern Islands

    This friendly guesthouse in M'Pai Bay village has plenty of homespun appeal, thanks to its helpful owners, winning bar-restaurant and communal feel. The…

  • Kirirom Hillside Resort

    Kirirom National Park

    Located beneath the park, this place has attractive Scandinavian-style bungalows, some with glorious balconies overlooking a small lake, dotting the…

  • Rikitikitavi

    Kampot

    One of Cambodia's best-run boutique hotels, Rikitikitavi's rooms are huge and fuse Asian-inspired decor with modern creature comforts. Ceilings are graced…

  • Mulberry Boutique Hotel

    Siem Reap

    Set amid lush gardens in a sophisticated villa down a side street near the centre, Mulberry scores points for its generously proportioned rooms decked out…

  • Tbeng Village Homestays

    Cambodia

    Tbeng is a pretty little village in the east of Banteay Srei where local schoolteacher Mr Khuon has set up a homestay project with around a dozen houses…

  • Koh Trong Community Homestay I

    Kratie

    Set in an old wooden house, with dorm-style accommodation as well as proper bedrooms and fancy-pants bathrooms (that is, thrones not squats). There are…

  • Funky Flashpacker

    Siem Reap

    Siem Reap's number-one party address among backpackers. The entire downstairs courtyard is taken up with a swimming pool where regular bouts of water polo…

  • Yellow Sun Hostel

    Kampot

    With a gorgeous location way upriver and a less party-oriented crowd than other riverfront hostels, this is a place for serious unwinding. Catch rays and…

  • Paradise Bungalows

    Koh Rong

    The delightfully rustic bungalows at Koh Rong's original resort come in all shapes and sizes, and climb up a hill amid rambling jungle foliage. The US$35…

  • Cita Resort

    The Southern Islands

    Towards the southern end of Saracen Bay, this intimate resort has about a dozen beautifully conceived raised bungalows with upper-level bedrooms fronted…

  • Monkey Republic Kampot

    Kampot

    This 100-bed backpacker mecca in a restored villa features Kampot's nicest dorm rooms. Choose from large dorms in the main building, or new six-bed 'pods'…

  • Preah Rumkel Homestays

    Eastern Cambodia

    Preah Rumkel's community-based homestay program was set up by Cambodian NGO Mlup Baitong. Ten families participate, opening up their lovely stilted homes…

  • Long Set Resort

    Koh Rong

    In the middle of the eponymous beach, these represent by far the classiest digs on Long Set Beach, with stylish bathrooms, minifridges, bathrobes, spa…

  • Sunboo Beach Bungalows

    The Southern Islands

    This is the more refined choice on Sunset Beach, tempting a more well-heeled clientele with masterful design, soothing music and a sustainable bent. The…

  • Sok San Beach Resort

    Koh Rong

    Situated along a magnificent stretch of Sok San Beach, this boutique resort mixes stand-alone 'chalets' with hotel-style rooms. The chalets are…

  • Big Easy

    The Southern Islands

    A long-time Serendipity (Sihanoukville) fave, Big Easy has brought its formula of flashy dorms and lively bar to the white sands of Saracen Bay. The air…

  • Champa Lodge

    Kampot

    Set on a bend in the river amid traditional Cambodian countryside scenes, Champa is a rural hideaway with arty rooms in several traditional Khmer wooden…

  • Bayon Smile Homestay

    Cambodia

    Run by the enthusiastic Mr Sarouen, this group of spacious and attractive village homes is set just north of Banteay Srei temple. Guests sleep on…

  • Sea Breeze

    Sihanoukville

    You could do a lot worse than Sea Breeze if you need a night or two in Sihanoukville. The rooms are smallish but nonetheless have ample mod-cons and…

  • Columns

    Kampot

    Set in a row of thoughtfully restored shophouses near the riverfront, this boutique hotel blends classic and modern with minimalist rooms featuring a…

  • LBN Asian Hotel

    Eastern Cambodia

    This high-rise hotel is a sign that the times they are a-changin' in Kompong Cham. The rooms are excellent value given the four-star standard and include…

  • Sara Resort

    The Southern Islands

    Occupying prime real estate near the central pier, Sara has a row of boxy bungalows with air-con and glass doors extending back from the beach. They are…

  • Double Leaf

    Phnom Penh

    There are precious few hotels in the newly hip Russian Market area, but this stylish boutique makes up for it with its luscious L-shaped pool, curio…

  • Dragonfly Guesthouse

    The Southern Islands

    This chilled-out spot in M'Pai Bay operates at a languid pace, with a scenic check-in area and papasan chairs overlooking the frothy sea. Accommodation is…

  • Classy Hotel & Spa

    Battambang

    This popular monolith on the east bank of the Sangker River draws a loyal crowd thanks to its amenities, which nonguests can also enjoy. It has an…

  • Ratanak Resort

    Eastern Cambodia

    Located a few kilometres out of town on a bluff near Boeng Yeak Lom, Ratanak is a stylish, all-wooden resort with accommodation in upmarket bungalows…

  • Billabong

    Phnom Penh

    Great-value Billabong may be near Psar Thmei, but it's an oasis of calm by comparison. Stylish rooms surround an open courtyard with a large swimming pool…

  • Sahaa Beach Resort

    Sihanoukville

    This poolside boutique has elected to remain on Otres Beach even as everything has crumbled around it. The standards have not suffered a bit. The…

  • You Khin Art House

    Phnom Penh

    Tucked away down discreet St 830, this has the feel of a large private home and, Tardis-like, is considerably bigger on the inside. As the name implies,…

  • Sea Garden

    The Southern Islands

    Once part of Treehouse Bay next door, the formula is similar here: cobble together a few bamboo bungalows and chuck them on an isolated cove. Add a…

  • Green Palace Hotel

    Northwestern Cambodia

    This classy hotel has raised the bar in Preah Vihear City with its glistening marble columns and crystal chandeliers in the lobby, contemporary…

  • Two Moons

    Kampot

    Big, bright, contemporary rooms in the main building all open onto a communal balcony, and there are some seriously jazzy top-floor 'penthouse' suites,…

  • Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel

    Phnom Penh

    Frangipani is a homegrown chain of boutique hotels in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap; this is their flagship property, overlooking the Royal Palace. Aim to live…

  • FCC Angkor

    Siem Reap

    Recently given a complete makeover, this funky property wouldn’t look out of place in any chic European capital, as it is set in the old residence of the…

  • Garden Village

    Siem Reap

    This original backpacker hangout was one of the first places to open on Sok San Rd, back when it was little more than ricefields. It offers friendly…

  • Panorama Mekong Hostel

    Phnom Penh

    There's good news and bad news here. The good news is this place has panoramic views of the Mekong and you can even look down on the iconic Foreign…

  • Sovann Phum Hotel

    Northwestern Cambodia

    A definite step up from most Kompong Chhnang options in cleanliness and style, this is a popular spot for the NGO crowd. It has 30 good-sized rooms with…

  • Mito Hotel

    Phnom Penh

    Formerly the Mittapheap, this contemporary business hotel off bustling Monivong Blvd has been reborn as Mito. Rooms are a mix of gun-metal-grey trim and…

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