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About Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh, Cambodia's glimmering and bustling capital, has an undeniable charm. From the wonderful views of the mighty Mekong River to the traditional palaces, the smells of the markets, the bikes and motorbikes and the magical humidity, this is the Asia many people long to visit. This is a capital city, so the best places to stay in Phnom Penh range from the very affordable to the rather opulent, but generally our Guru's prefer smaller, independent hotels in the heart of the historic district, often with amazing Mekong views.
Phnom Penh was liberated from the Khmer Rouge in 1979, but it still remains one of Asia's least developed capitals. But its few Western-style malls and many markets - numerous occupying the French colonial boulevards and pedestrian promenades - are what give Phnom Penh some of its appeal. The wonderful palaces and Khmer temples also help give it its own character. And then, of course, there are the people.
There's not quite enough electricity to go around here, but the tourist area, by the riverside, is fairly well catered for and littered with great bars and cafes. There are also plenty of touts, but Phnom Penh is generally pretty friendly.
Some of Phnom Penh's unmissable sights include the Royal Palace, the National Museum of Cambodia, Wat Botum, the Wat Phnom, the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Silver Pagoda. It's also worth trying plenty of the local cuisine, taking a cruise on the Mekong and visiting loads of markets! Be careful when you're walking around town though, there aren't that many traffic lights in Phnom Penh. And the road rules seem to favour larger vehicles.
Our pick of the best places to stay in Phnom Penh offer something for every taste and budget, from cheap'n'chic to top of the range luxury.
The Royal Palace, built in 1866, is an absolutely jaw-dropping site that's bound to impress. Be sure to remember your camera!
The Cheong Ek Genocidal Centre is a must-visit for those wanting to hear about the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime.
Alternatively, head to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.
Take a boat along the Mekong River at sunset - an amazingly romantic experience!
The Best Places to Stay in Phnom Penh
One Up Banana Hotel is a trendy little number offering suite-only accommodation in a superb location. Prices start from around $40 per night!
The Blue Lime Hotel is a small, airy hotel in a quiet alley behind the National Gallery and near the Royal Palace. There's also a lovely tropical garden and plunge pool. Rooms start at $40 per night.
Around the $50 per night mark is The Quay, a chic, 16 room hotel with minimalist, monochrome decor and teak wall and floor panels. There's also a rooftop hot tub and good food.
The Sangkum is an intimate little villa with just 12 rooms, outdoor pool surrounded by tropical greenery and just five mins from Wat Phnom. Doubles from only $50.
Rambutan Resort is a revamped '60s villa with tropical gardens, pool and great location in the BKK1 district. Again prices start from around $50 per night.
For City Smart
The 252 has 19 spacious, contemporary rooms which start from just $50 per night. Nestled amidst a calm oasis, there's also a lovely pool with its own bar and a restaurant.
The Sam Boutique Hotel offers white rooms with modern Khmer art adorning the walls. Spend your days lying by the pool in their tropical garden.
Villa Langka, set amidst verdant gardens with a pool, boasts stylish accommodation with typically-Cambodian features. A smart option.
The Teahouse is a boutique urban bolthole with stylish red and white rooms. Enjoy an afternoon tea or a tipple from the pool bar after a morning spent visiting the city's sights.
iRoHa is a blissful spot that's just a bit further outside the hubbub than many other alternatives. With a lush tropical garden, smart rooms that exude an air of peace, a pool, and spa facilities, it's a wonderfully relaxing getaway.
The Plantation is a larger hotel with chic minimalist accommodation - think muslin-draped four-posters and colourful furnishings. Enjoy drinks at the poolside bar before unwinding in their spa.
La Rose Boutique Hotel & Spa offers ultra-smart accommodation with touches of French-Indochina in the décor. Unwind in the spa and forget about all your worries...
La Rose Suites boasts wooden-chic accommodation inspired by the grandeur of Angkor Wat. This luxurious spot also features a saltwater pool, a wonderful restaurant, and complimentary massages. Superb.
The Okay Boutique Hotel is another extremely reasonable option, with 40 large, luxurious rooms in central Phnom Penh. There's also a spa and pool and a restaurant. And you're in a brilliant location close to all the city's attractions.
The Kabiki is a child-friendly haven, tucked down the same street as the Prime Minister's house! Rooms are simple, but there's a great garden with a special fenced off area for playing and dedicated kids' pool.
For location location location
The Amanjaya Pancam Hotel is right on the banks of the Mekong River and has a stylish, yet traditional vibe with lots of wood and deep red colours. There are just 21 rooms and you're right by a number of historical sites, museums and galleries.
The Bougainvillier Hotel sits on the Sisowath Quay with lovely river views and is just a few minutes stroll from the Royal Palace, the National Museum and the Night Market. The decor is traditional Khmer in style, with silk and wooden furnishings and four-poster beds.
Circa 51 is a chic little property with simple rooms and a stunning pool owned by a Pakistani-Australian couple - the Pakistani food is fabulous!
The Governor's House is located in a quiet area and oozes colonial charm on the outside with chic rooms on the inside! Plus you'll find a gourmet restaurant and extensive wine selection.
TEAV Boutique Hotel is a modern delight - a fusion of Khmer aesthetics with contemporary design. There's also a pool for cooling off and an excellent restaurant and cocktail bar on site.
La Maison D'Ambre boasts ten contemporary suites in the centre of town. Their restaurant, The Fifth Element, is incredibly popular with trendy types.
For colonial charm
Raffles Hotel Le Royal offers a grand combination of colonial architecture and Art Deco style. It promises the luxury of a bygone age, plus lively bars and haute cuisine.
The FCC Phnom Penh is a lovely colonial villa conversion right on the riverfront. The furniture is period, with lots of wood, and there are parquet and marble floors. There are just nine rooms and a good restaurant.
Villa Paradiso is another options if you're after a colonial mansion house. Spacious rooms are traditional in style with four posters and crisp white linens. And it's easy walking distance from some of the city's best bits.
The Pavilion is a typical Cambodian boutique hotel in an enviably-central location. Their spacious rooms feature wooden four-posters with white linen, whilst there's also a lovely pool by which to relax.
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You can fly into Phnom Penh International Airport, located 7km away from the city centre.
Phnom Penh has hot weather year-round. However, it's nicest in the winter when the average temperature is around 30°C but it's not overly humid.
If you'd like to explore further afield then consider hiring a car with Rentalcars.
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Best Hotels in Phnom Penh
One Up Banana Hotel Phnom Penh (Beung Keng Kang I) 14 rooms from £30
Value chic - This property offers exceptional value for money with rooms from just $40 per night
Sights nearby - 7 min walk to the Independence Monument. 10 min drive to Sisowath Quay & the famous Royal Palace.
Outstanding location
This trendy suite only accommodation offers exceptional value for money. Albeit no restaurant and pool, but there is a lovely terrace with views of the city, a bar lounge area and modern, capacious rooms with hints of Khmer art and style. Not to mention the uber cool location in the BBK1 district. See More
The Blue Lime Hotel Phnom Penh 23 rooms from £39
Sights nearby - The hotel is located in a quiet alley right behind the National Museum and the Royal Palace.
Swimming Pool - Salt water outdoor pool. For something really special book one of the four rooms with a private plunge pool
Restrictions on children - Children must be 16 or over.
This 4-storey hotel is notable for its use of concrete and silk. The effect is modern and airy. Rooms are capacious with all the desired mod cons. Found down a quiet alley behind the National Gallery, the verdant tropical garden and luxury pool to the rear are a treat. Laze in a cabana, or head out! See More
The Sangkum Phnom Penh 12 rooms from £43
Value chic - Unbeatable value with standard rooms from just $55 per night.
Local markets - Just a 10 minute walk from both the Old Market and the Night Market
Swimming Pool - Oudoor pool surrounded by tropical greenery
Sights nearby - 5 minutes from Wat Phnom
This intimate little villa offers a more personal experience of Phnom Penh. Enjoy a glass of wine with the Italian owner, or laze by the pool after a long day's sightseeing. The spacious rooms are simple but tasteful, with vintage furniture, cool colours, tiled floors and poster-adorned walls. See More
Rambutan Resort, Phnom Penh Phnom Penh (BKK1) 19 rooms from £43
City Style - Modern Asian style complemented with beautiful handcrafted furniture
Sights nearby - 10 minute stroll away to the Royal Palace and Sisowath Quay
The Rambutan is a newly revamped 1960s villa complete with pool, tropical garden, spa and reputable restaurant in the desirable BKK1 district. Gay-friendly, fun loving, filled with contemporary art; the vibe is good and the rooms are chic, modern, airy and simple with sleek marble floors. See More
The 252 Phnom Penh 19 rooms from £43
Value chic
Sights nearby - Quay Sisowath, the Royal Palace, the Central Market and the National Museum are within 5 minutes drive by tuk tuk
Cooking classes - Highly recommended by the hotel - they can help with selecting the correct one and with booking
Since 2010 this Swiss owned hotel has nestled in a calm oasis, bordered by a leafy tropical garden, cosy cabanas and an overflowing pool. The 19 rooms are spacious, airy and contemporary, with furniture of polished wood. The better rooms offer pool views. Sip on a poolside cocktail before dining in. See More
The Kabiki Phnom Penh 18 rooms from £43
Families - The spacious fenced off garden makes an ideal space for children to play, and there's a special baby pool for little ones.
Child friendly - The Kabiki prides itself in being a top choice for families, especially with younger children
Value chic - With standard twin rooms only $55 per night, you can't go wrong!
Spa - Located @ The Pavilion (sister hotel) 2 mins away
The Kabiki, a child-friendly haven, is tucked away down the same street as the Cambodian Prime Minister's house. Rooms are simple, with an abundance of white linen, wooden four-posters, and hints of lime green running through. There is a children's pool, and organised activities on offer. See More
The Sam Boutique Hotel Phnom Penh (Sangkat Boeung Keng Kang I) 12 rooms from £47
Sights nearby - Under a mile from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Royal Palace. 1.5 miles to the famous Riverfront Park & Sisowath Quay.
Local markets - The famous Russian Market is 1 mile from the hotel
Once again Phnom Penh produces a delightful hotel with pool, restaurant and excellent value for money. Contemporary Khmer art adorns the walls, keeping in line with the modern approach to the classic Khmer styling. Rooms are spacious and well lit with LED lights. Relax in the sweet tropical garden. See More
The Pavilion Phnom Penh 36 rooms from £47
Sights nearby - Situated right behind Wat Botum, the Royal Pagoda and close to the Royal Palace and Riverside.
City Style - The Pavilion embodies "colonial chic"
Swimming Pool - Two pools (one in the sun and one in the shade) plus four private plunge pools
Recommended by - CN Traveller
The definition of a Cambodian boutique hotel, The Pavilion can be found in an old colonial style building. Come for wooden four posters, big windows, crisp white linen and tasteful decor. Located just 100 metres from the Royal Palace, why not hop on a hotel bike and explore! See More
Villa Langka Phnom Penh 48 rooms from £47
Hideaway - Though you're in the centre of town, once inside it feels a million miles away with the pretty garden and pool.
Sights nearby - 200m from the Cambodian Independence Monument and opposite the Wat Langka pagoda
Designer - Uniquely designed interiors.
Identifiable for its class, style and comfort among the onslaught of new hotels springing up around Phnom Penh, Villa Langka stands out. Its lush pool, verdant garden, capacious rooms and stylishly minimalist interiors with touches of Cambodian features offer a great place to stay in a central spot. See More
The Quay Phnom Penh 16 rooms from £51
Lively - Hip and happening.
Recommended by - CN Traveller, I Escape
This chic little hotel invites an escape from the bustling Sisowath Quay. Its sixteen minimalist rooms, all cut from the same cloth, have teak panels and floors, sleek black and white contrasts, plus frosted glass. Come for swish bathrooms, good food and a dip in the hot tub on the roof! See More
Circa 51 Phnom Penh (Daun Penh) 10 rooms from £53
Traditional - former 1960s residence of Princess Bopha Devi (half-sister of present Cambodian king and a celebrated classical dancer)
Sights nearby - located in the popular Street 240 area, it lies just a 15 minute walk from the Royal Palace and National Museum
Chic little hotel with B&B vibes. Rooms are simple with wooden touches and retro furnishings; set in a 1960s villa. Owned and run by a Pakistani-Australian couple, whose restaurant serves Pakistani food. Come for a relax away from the hubbub, good food, a kind welcome, and a pool to die for. See More
The TeaHouse Phnom Penh 52 rooms from £53
Value chic - Chic spot in the centre of town where doubles start from just $68 per night B&B.
Sights nearby - walking distance of the capital's historical center: the Royal Palace, National Museum and Riverside
Local markets - Half a mile to the famous Central Market
This relatively new tea-themed urban bolthole exudes hints of contemporary Asian style, whilst honouring the past. Fast becoming a favourite in Daun Penh, in the alleys behind celebrated street 240. Come for the afternoon tea (choose from 30 types of tea) and rooms where red and white schemes reign. See More
Okay Boutique Hotel Phnom Penh (Sangkat Chey Chumneas) 40 rooms from £55
Sights nearby - Nestled behind the Royal Palace and the National Gallery.
Traditional - Traditional Khmer style
Swimming Pool - Outdoor rooftop pool
A luxurious, yet extremely affordable hotel in central Phnom Penh. The spa, pool, views, balconies, restaurant and proximity to the best attractions make this hotel hard to fault. Rooms are large and airy, with comfy beds and wooden furnishings in the classic Khmer stlye. See More
The Villa Paradiso Phnom Penh (Daun Penh) 14 rooms from £55
Value chic - This kind of luxury doesn't come much cheaper
Honeymoons - Special honeymooners package available.
Spa breaks - Plenty of indulgent spa packages.
Spa - 5 wooden spa cabins await guests arranged around the pool. Spa menu ranges from traditional Khmer massages to beauty treatments.
A converted colonial mansion house, walking distance from some of Phnom Penh's top attractions and home to a popular cafe and indulgent spa. Rooms are spacious and feature traditional furnishings, four poster beds with white linens and modern bathrooms. There is a tropical garden and pool. See More
The Governor's House Phnom Penh (Boeug Keng Kong) 12 rooms from £80
Foodies - Boasting a fantastic restaurant with excellent wine selection.
City Style - Explore the city from the most dignified of residences.
Local markets - The Russian Market is a great place to pick up gifts and souvenires.
Sights nearby - The National Museum, within easy reach, is a fascinating visit.
In a stately part of town lies this former Governor's House. Behind its colonial exteriors are chic rooms decorated in muted palettes and black and white photographs plus modern bathrooms and espresso machines. There is a gourmet restaurant with an extensive wine collection and an alluring pool. See More
iRoHa Garden Hotel & Resort Phnom Penh (Sangkat Tonle Bassac) 25 rooms from £78
Sights nearby - 5 min drive to the Royal Palace and Riverfront Park. 10 min walk to The Independence Monument.
Spa - iRoHa Spa offers treatments to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit
Local markets - The famous Russian Market is just half a mile away
A blissful hideaway for those seeking to put a bit more distance between them and the main hubbub. iRoHa offers a haven of peace with its lush tropical garden, overflowing pool, intimate cabanas and extensive spa therapies. Individually designed rooms range from the Colonial to the Urban. See More
The Plantation Phnom Penh 70 rooms from £78
Architectural - The hotel buildings originate from both the colonial era and the Khmer style
Sights nearby - Located directly behind the Royal Palace. Walking distance to the Royal Pagoda and National Museum.
Swimming Pool - The outdoor is one of the best in the city.
One of the larger hotels, with one of the best pools (yet still bang in the middle of Phnom Penh), The Plantation oozes decadence and modernity, despite being housed in both Khmer style and colonial era villas. Come for elegant muslin draped wooden four-posters, views, and a top notch spa. See More
La Maison d'Ambre Phnom Penh (Sangkat Wat Phnom) 10 rooms from £78
City Style - Contemporary accommodation right in the centre of town
Local markets - Explore Phnom Penh's Central Market - it sells everything under the sun!
Slightly different from the rest, these 10 private suites (that come with their own kitchen and living areas, and named for films) are testament to the contemporary waves now rolling over Phnom Penh. The Fifth Element is a reputable bar & restaurant, frequented by the well heeled and trendy types. See More
TEAV Boutique Hotel Phnom Penh (Boeung Keng Kang I) 12 rooms from £87
City Style - So modern, it's post-modern
Sights nearby - National Musuem, Royal Palace and Night Market are 5 minutes' drive from the hotel.
This unique hotel fuses traditional Khmer aesthetics with contemporary post-industrial style, materials, and balance. The 'Teav' concept is embedded in Cambodian culture; a historical title associated with great hospitality. The rooms are minimal & monochrome, with hollow chalk sketches on the wall. See More
Amanjaya Pancam Hotel Phnom Penh (Corner Street 154) 21 rooms from £90
Sights nearby - Historical sites, museums and galleries all very close by. Wat Ounalom is about 20m from the front door.
Local markets - Don't miss the local Russian market!
Lively area - In the thick of the action.
Recommended by - I Escape
Right on the banks of the Mekong river, this chic hotel offers a trendy base while exploring Cambodia's capital. The wooden beams, dark browns and moody reds combine to give a flavour of effortless style. Head to the roof bar for a drink with a view, or jump on a hotel bike to explore Wat Ounalom. See More
La Rose Boutique Hotel & Spa Phnom Penh 10 rooms from £98
Sights nearby - Just minutes away from major city attractions such as Independence Monument, the Royal Palace and the National Museum
Views - Of the city
La Rose successfully combines contemporary design with touches of French Indochina to produce real comfort - dark wooden four-posters, with matching furniture & frames. Moody reds slice through the monochrome theme in the form of pillows and throws. Total relaxation is on the cards in the fab spa. See More
FCC Phnom Penh Phnom Penh 9 rooms from £98
Views - Deluxe rooms have views over the Mekong
Colonial villa conversion in the riverfront district where parquet & marble floors reign. Colour schemes are simple; browns, whites and beiges complement the wooden furniture and large windows. Come for a more intimate experience in the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh. No pool, but good food. See More
Bougainvillier Hotel Phnom Penh 23 rooms from £101
Sights nearby - 3 min walk to Royal Palace, National Museum and Night Market.
Traditional - Designed in the classic Khmer style of silk and wooden furnishings.
Set along Sisowath Quay's waterfront, minutes from the Royal Palace, National Museum and Night Market, the hotel boasts stunning views of the Mekong. Designed in a classic Khmer style, four poster beds nestle among silk and wooden furnishings. Enjoy the pool, sauna and the great hive of activity. See More
La Rose Suites Phnom Penh (Sangkat Tonle Bassac) 25 rooms from £164
Spa - Traditional Khmer massage and other techniques are available as well as scrubs, foot spa sessions, bath treatments and more
Sights nearby - 900 yards from the Royal Palace, 1 mile from Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum & the Riverfront Park
A more expensive option in the Cambodian capital, but well worth it. The divine salt water swimming pool, tasty restaurant, private cooking classes and complimentary massage all add to the luxurious ambiance. Inspired by French Indochina and the grandeur of Angkor Wat, the rooms are wooden chic. See More
Raffles Hotel Le Royal Phnom Penh (Daun Penh) 175 rooms from £211
City Style - Phnom Penh's grand dame oozes colonial charm and luxury.
Lively - The bars on site stay open long after everything else closes at sundown
Swimming Pool - 2 swimming pools surrounded by frangipani-lined tropical garden.
A grand combination of colonial architecture & slick Art Deco interiors, this hotel speaks of Old World luxury, with a price tag to match. Come for the glamour, stay for the cocktails, Le Royal Restaurant, and a trip down Phnom Penh's memory lane. Raffles is rightly a hotel to be reckoned with. See More