Must-see hotels in Cambodia

  • Balcony Guesthouse

    Kratie

    This long-running backpacker pad has upped its game in recent years and now has a few tasteful private rooms, a four-bed dorm, a stylish bar overlooking…

  • Anise

    Phnom Penh

    If a leafy boutique hotel with a pool isn’t the thing for you, Anise is one of the better midrange high-rises in town (though it lacks an elevator)…

  • Sundance Inn & Saloon

    Phnom Penh

    A step above the guesthouse pack on St 172, Sundance has oversize beds, designer bathrooms, kitchenettes and computers that hook up to flat-screens in…

  • Ly Hout Guesthouse

    Northwestern Cambodia

    The smart rooms here have wooden desks and white bedspreads adorned with handsome bed-runners. Upgrade to VIP status for an ornate Khmer-carving headboard…

  • Sangkum

    Phnom Penh

    Set in a 1960s-inspired villa to the north of Wat Phnom, the hotel's name pays homage to Cambodia's so-called golden years, under the rule of Sihanouk and…

  • Jaya House River Park

    Siem Reap

    A luxury boutique hotel that is renowned for its levels of service and guest satisfaction, the rooms are considerably more spacious than the average …

  • Hotel Corduroy

    Phnom Penh

    Tucked away in the Bassac district of town, this chic hotel (formerly the Teav Bassac and now under Japanese ownership) has a quiet location in a central…

  • Top Banana Guesthouse

    Phnom Penh

    The rooms are in good shape by hostel standards, and there are some dorms available, including a four-bed female dorm. The main draw is the strategic…

  • Mom Brocheabrey Hotel

    Kratie

    This slick five-storey hotel by the taxi stand offers the best quality rooms in the US$20 range with all the comforts you need, including air-conditioning…

  • Pomme

    Battambang

    A lively little backpacker pad on popular St 2½, the accommodation here is in Japanese pod-style units. They are simple partitions and very small, but…

  • Bee Bee's Chalets

    Eastern Cambodia

    This backpacker favourite has three maroon 'chalets' (in reality, simple bungalows) and two private rooms. The former are a big step up from the latter …

  • Tat Guesthouse

    Phnom Penh

    A super-friendly spot with a breezy rooftop hang-out that's perfect for chilling. The rooms aren't going to wow you, but they are functional. For US$12…

  • Memoire d’Angkor Boutique Hotel

    Siem Reap

    Centrally located on the popular Sivatha St strip, this hotel pays homage to its Angkor heritage with some incredible pieces of local lacquerwork on…

  • Botanica Guesthouse

    Kep

    A little way from the action (if Kep can be said to have any action), Botanica offers exceptional value for money with attractive bungalows with…

  • Aura Thematic Hostel

    Phnom Penh

    A funky hostel behind the Royal Palace, the rooms here are themed along the lines of 'Desert', 'Jungle' and 'Sea'. In reality this is more about a large…

  • Angkor Comfort Hotel

    Battambang

    Offering serious bang for your buck, the Angkor's huge rooms are spotlessly clean and come with midrange amenities on a backpacker budget. White linens on…

  • Bacoma

    Kep

    Five cheap and cheerful rondavels (circular dwellings with conical thatched roofs) in the garden all have mosquito nets and fan, and share sparkling-clean…

  • The 252

    Phnom Penh

    This slick place has attractive, lime-striped rooms that are a little small for hanging out in, but luckily prime lounging spots lurk around the pool. It…

  • The Aviary

    Siem Reap

    This is arguably Siem Reap's first concept hotel and it is very well done, with a stunning ornithological artwork greeting guests on arrival in the lobby…

  • House Boutique

    Phnom Penh

    The best feature of this solid midrange hotel is its bamboo-shaded pool (and attendant bar). Rooms come with tiled floors, sunken beds and furnishings…

  • Monsoon Boutique Hotel

    Phnom Penh

    Blink and you'll miss this little oasis on chaotic St 130, which is otherwise swarming with hostess bars. Hidden inside are attractive rooms with polished…

  • Heng Hotel

    Northwestern Cambodia

    Live the high life up on the ridge of the Dangrek Mountains near the Thai border. This smart 36-room hotel is a cut above the local places in Anlong Veng…

  • Corner 9 Bassac

    Phnom Penh

    This tranquil oasis is stumbling distance from the bars of Bassac Lane, yet a world away. It's a handsome midrange option with modern rooms oriented…

  • Quay

    Phnom Penh

    The Quay is the home of contemporary style right on the riverfront. The river-view panoramic suites, with big balconies, are the beds of choice, as they…

  • Baraca

    Kampot

    Just off the river, Baraca has bags of old-world charm, with high ceilings and original tilework floors in its four airy rooms. There's no hot water, but…

  • Sreymom Beng Mealea Homestay

    Temples of Angkor

    Run by friendly, English-speaking Sreymom, this family homestay is just a short walk from the jungle temple of Beng Mealea. The overnight rates include…

  • Downtown Siem Reap Villa

    Siem Reap

    The hostel has been reborn as a villa and the dorms have been reinvented as rooms, but the rates here are still inviting when you factor in the swimming…

  • Rana Homestay

    Eastern Cambodia

    Located in the countryside east of Kompong Cham, this homestay offers an insight into electricity-free life in rural Cambodia. The price includes all…

  • HI Siem Reap Deluxe

    Siem Reap

    The official Hostelling International property in Siem Reap, the 'Deluxe' offers great services and facilities at rock-bottom prices. Dorm beds include…

  • White Mansion

    Phnom Penh

    The regal rooms at White Mansion, housed in the former residence of the US Embassy, come with heavy wooden doors, sleek furnishings and stylish…

  • Happy House Zone

    Phnom Penh

    A popular backpacker spot on a strategic corner of Backpackersville, HHZ has dorms that are among the cheapest in town, starting at just a couple of bucks…

  • Ratanak Sombath Hotel

    Eastern Cambodia

    One of a new breed of high-rise hotels popping up around town, this is exceedingly good value, offering spacious rooms with all the trimmings, such as a…

  • Teahouse

    Phnom Penh

    A smaller, cheaper version of sister hotel Plantation, the rooms here are exceptional value given the chic look. The open-air reception area under a…

  • Nature House Ecolodge

    Eastern Cambodia

    Hidden away in the remote northwest corner of town, this place is worth seeking out for its expansive yet inexpensive rooms. Cheaper rooms are in the main…

  • Royal Hotel

    Battambang

    An old-timer on the Battambang scene, the Royal is deservedly popular. Some rooms may be faded, but the air-con rooms are decently sized and come with…

  • Babel Guesthouse

    Siem Reap

    This Norwegian-run guesthouse set in a relaxing tropical garden offers service and presentation that are a cut above the nearby budget places. The Babel…

  • Petit Villa Boutique

    Siem Reap

    Petit Villa is a blissful little boutique hideaway with a mellow retreat vibe in the suburbs of Wat Dam Nak. Rooms are spacious and include a balcony…

  • Thansour Thmey Hotel

    Northwestern Cambodia

    This place goes heavy on the Khmer woodcarvings, so if you've always wanted to sleep in an intricately carved bed, now is your chance. Rooms are tidy and…

  • Envoy Hostel

    Phnom Penh

    This shoes-off urban oasis is one of the most serene hostels in the city, located in a lovely villa with artistic flourishes. All dorms – including one…

  • Kompong Thom Royal Hotel

    Northwestern Cambodia

    Having opened its doors in September 2019, this is another grand statement for Kompong Thom. Rooms are fitted to a full-on four-star standard, including…

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