Hotels in Cambodia

Hotels in Cambodia: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in Cambodia cost?

The price depends on the standard, the location and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. The cheapest month is usually September, in the rainy season, while November at the start of the dry season is the priciest. Guesthouses and hostels are among the cheapest options.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in Cambodia: most popular cities

The country splits clearly into the capital, the base by Angkor and the coast. These are the destinations travellers choose most often:

• Phnom Penh. The capital on the Mekong, with the Royal Palace and the widest choice of hotels from budget to 5-star.
• Siem Reap. The base for visiting the temples of Angkor, with a large choice of boutique hotels and resorts.
• Koh Rong. An island with sandy beaches and bungalows, popular for a seaside break.
• Kampot. A quiet riverside town, known for its pepper plantations and colonial feel.
• Battambang. A provincial city with colonial architecture and surrounding villages, one of the cheapest destinations.

Nightly rates vary between cities. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in Cambodia

The country combines monuments, the river and beaches, so it is easy to match a trip to your interests.

• Angkor. A vast temple complex of the former Khmer Empire near Siem Reap, the country's most famous attraction.
• A Mekong cruise. A relaxed river journey, with the boat from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap a popular route to Angkor.
• Memorial sites. Choeung Ek and the Tuol Sleng Museum in Phnom Penh commemorate the victims of the Khmer Rouge regime.
• The beaches. Kep is known for seafood, while Sihanoukville has white sand and turquoise water.
• Phnom Penh. The Royal Palace, the National Museum with Khmer art and the lively riverside promenade.

How much does a trip to Cambodia cost

Hotels, restaurants and shops for tourists take cards, and you will find ATMs in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. Groceries for a few days cost about 15,000 KHR (3.70 USD), and a meal in a cheap local restaurant about 14,000 KHR (3.50 USD). US dollars are in widespread use as cash.

When is the best time to visit Cambodia

The best time is from November to April, after the rainy season, when it is dry. Temperatures vary little over the year, averaging around 28 degrees. September in the rainy season is the cheapest, while November at the start of the dry season is the priciest.

Getting to and around Cambodia

The main airport is Phnom Penh, served by the national carrier Cambodia Angkor Air with flights from Thailand and China. Buses from Vietnam cross the border, while from Thailand you change at the crossing. Within the country tuk-tuks and motorcycle taxis run (Siem Reap has no city network), and comfortable Giant Ibis and Golden Bayon coaches link the cities. Domestic flights with Cambodia Angkor Air and Bassaka Air run between Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. A car is best rented with a driver.

Example hotels in Cambodia

A few recognisable properties from different cities for reference:

• Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor and Shinta Mani Angkor in Siem Reap (upper tier, from approx. $120).
• Hotel Cambodiana and Palace Gate Hotel & Resort in Phnom Penh (from approx. $55).
• Sok San Beach Resort on Koh Rong island (beachfront, from approx. $58).