Best Hotels in Phnom Penh

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These are the best hotels in Phnom Penh right now. Phnom Penh’s hotel scene has matured considerably in recent years, with genuinely strong options at every budget level — from a 1929 colonial landmark on the riverside to a tower-top design hotel and quiet BKK1 boutique properties. Here’s what’s actually worth booking, tier by tier, based on current ratings and verified pricing.

Quick Answer

Category	Best Pick	Price/Night
Historic Luxury	Raffles Hotel Le Royal	$270-398
Modern Luxury	Rosewood Phnom Penh	$324-493
Riverside Luxury	Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra	$192-278
Best Boutique	Plantation Urban Resort & Spa	$63-135
Best Budget Hostel	Mad Monkey Phnom Penh	$15-32

Luxury Hotels in Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh’s luxury tier runs $190-490/night depending on the property — noticeably cheaper than comparable five-star hotels in Bangkok or Singapore, and split between one historic landmark and two more contemporary options.

Raffles Hotel Le Royal

Raffles Hotel Le Royal is Phnom Penh’s benchmark for old-world luxury — a colonial-era property dating to 1929, blending Art Deco and Khmer architectural styles across 175 rooms. The historic Elephant Bar, the hotel’s colonial-era cocktail bar, is worth a visit on its own even if you stay elsewhere. The property has two outdoor pools in tropical gardens plus a separate children’s pool, Restaurant Le Royal for French and Royal Khmer cuisine, and a spa with a thermal suite. It holds a 4.5/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 2,690 reviews and a 2026 Travelers’ Choice award, with rooms running $270-398/night.

Rosewood Phnom Penh

Rosewood Phnom Penh occupies the top 14 floors of the Vattanac Capital Tower, roughly 188 meters above the city, with Mekong River views from its 175 rooms and suites. It’s the most contemporary of the city’s luxury options, with an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, Sense — A Rosewood Spa (including a Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by Bastien Gonzalez), and six dining venues including the Sora rooftop bar. It carries a 4.8/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 538 reviews — a smaller sample than the other luxury properties here since it’s newer, but a strong one — with rooms running $324-493/night.

Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra

Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra sits directly on the riverside next to AEON Mall, with 201 rooms, multiple pools, three restaurants (Italian, French, and Chinese), the exclusive Club Millésime lounge, and a tennis court — a full-resort feel in a central location. It holds a 4.7/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 2,218 reviews, with rooms running $192-278/night. For more riverside-specific options at various price points, see Best Riverside Hotels in Phnom Penh.

Mid-Range and Boutique Hotels

Phnom Penh’s mid-range tier, mostly $50-135/night, is its strongest and most competitive — a mix of restored colonial buildings and quiet garden courtyards, similar in character to Siem Reap’s boutique hotel scene. Most of the best options sit in BKK1 or within easy reach of the Royal Palace. For a fuller breakdown of what each neighborhood actually offers, see Where to Stay in Phnom Penh: Choosing Your Area.

Plantation Urban Resort & Spa

Plantation Urban Resort & Spa occupies a restored 84-room colonial-style building around a 20-meter natural stone swimming pool, roughly 200 meters from the Royal Palace and National Museum — genuinely peaceful given how central it is. The property has a lotus-pond garden with an on-site art gallery, La Pergola restaurant, and a full spa. It holds a 4.6/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 2,791 reviews, with rooms running $63-135/night.

Pavilion

Pavilion is an adults-only property built across four period villas totaling 36 rooms — one of them a former residence of a Khmer princess — with two pools set in garden grounds, steps from the Royal Palace. It holds a 4.6/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 3,392 reviews and a 2026 Travelers’ Choice award, with rooms running $53-99/night.

Budget Hotels and Hostels

Phnom Penh’s budget tier runs $10-32/night for private rooms and $4-15/night for dorms, with three well-established names covering different priorities — party atmosphere, quiet privacy, or straightforward value. For more options at this price point, see Best Budget Guesthouses in Phnom Penh.

Mad Monkey Phnom Penh

Mad Monkey Phnom Penh is the city’s best-known party hostel — 197 rooms with capacity for up to 150 guests, a pool and beer garden, and a BKK1 location with excellent walkability. It runs its own Killing Fields/S-21 tours and pub crawls. It holds a 4.5/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 2,297 reviews, with rooms running $15-32/night. Worth knowing before booking: reviews consistently describe music and noise from roughly 8am to 11pm, so it suits travelers who want the social scene, not those wanting a quiet base.

The Eighty8 Collective

The Eighty8 Collective — the same property previously known as Eighty8 Backpackers — has a swimming pool and bar/lounge, sits at 98 Street 88 near Wat Phnom and the night markets, and includes free breakfast. It offers “pod rooms” for more privacy than a standard dorm, plus a billiards table. It holds a 4.1/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 895 reviews, with rooms running $18-22/night.

Onederz Phnom Penh

Onederz Phnom Penh has a rooftop terrace with a 24-hour pool and an on-site restaurant with river views, at House 12-14, Street 110, and runs its own tours including to the Killing Fields. It holds a 4.2/5 TripAdvisor rating across roughly 112 reviews — a smaller sample than the other hostels here, so treat superlatives with some caution, though the rating itself is solid. Dorm beds start around $8/night, with private rooms roughly $19-36/night.

How to Choose: Area and Amenities

Riverside hotels suit travelers prioritizing walkability to the Royal Palace and the main sightseeing route; BKK1 properties suit those wanting a quieter stay with better cafes and a real cocktail bar scene nearby — worth checking Phnom Penh Nightlife Guide if evening options factor into where you base yourself. Given Phnom Penh’s heat for most of the year, a genuinely good pool matters more here than at destinations with easy beach access nearby — check photos and recent reviews specifically for pool size and shade rather than assuming a small plunge pool will feel adequate after a day of sightseeing. Free breakfast, airport transfer, and late checkout are common inclusions at the mid-range tier and above, worth factoring into a price comparison between similarly priced properties. Larger hotels like Sofitel and Rosewood maintain proper fitness centers; smaller boutique hotels typically don’t, which is worth checking specifically if maintaining a workout routine matters, since Phnom Penh’s heat and uneven sidewalks make outdoor running less appealing than in many other cities.

Booking Timing

Phnom Penh sees less seasonal price swing than Siem Reap, given its smaller reliance on leisure tourism relative to business and NGO travel — booking one to two weeks ahead is usually sufficient even in the November-February high season, with more flexibility than Angkor-adjacent hotels typically allow. For a tier-by-tier price breakdown across the whole city, see Phnom Penh Hotel Prices: A Cost Guide.

Final Word

Across every price tier, Phnom Penh’s hotel scene has matured into genuinely strong options whether the priority is history, design, or straightforward value — and at every tier, it runs noticeably cheaper than equivalent hotels in Bangkok or Singapore. As with any hotel recommendation, check current availability and recent reviews before booking, since standards and pricing shift with the seasons.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best hotel area in Phnom Penh?

Riverside for sightseeing convenience and walkability to the Royal Palace; BKK1 for a quieter, more residential stay with a stronger food and bar scene.

Are Phnom Penh hotels good value?

Yes, generally — prices run similar to or below Siem Reap’s at comparable quality, and noticeably below equivalent hotels in Bangkok or Singapore, especially at the luxury tier.

Should I book a riverside or BKK1 hotel in Phnom Penh?

Riverside if sightseeing convenience matters most; BKK1 if you’d rather have a quieter base with good cafes and bars nearby.

Is Mad Monkey Phnom Penh too loud for a quiet stay?

For most guests wanting quiet, yes — reviews consistently describe music and noise from roughly 8am to 11pm. It’s a better fit for travelers who want the social, party-hostel atmosphere than for those prioritizing rest.

What happened to Eighty8 Backpackers?

It’s the same property, now listed as The Eighty8 Collective. The pool, bar/lounge, and location near Wat Phnom haven’t changed.

How far ahead should I book a hotel in Phnom Penh?

One to two weeks is usually enough, even in the November-February high season — Phnom Penh sees far less seasonal price swing than Siem Reap.

Which hotels here are 5-star, and which are budget-friendly?

Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Rosewood Phnom Penh and Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra are the 5 star hotels in Phnom Penh covered in this guide. For a cheap hotel in Phnom Penh instead, Mad Monkey Phnom Penh, The Eighty8 Collective and Onederz Phnom Penh are the budget picks, all well under $35 a night.