Mid-Range Travel Guide: Siem Reap
The sweet spot of travel - comfortable accommodations, diverse dining, and quality experiences without breaking the bank
Daily Budget: $83-215 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for mid-range travel in Siem Reap
Accommodation
$35-85 per night
Private rooms in boutique guesthouses, 3-star hotels, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms
Food & Dining
$15-35 per day
Mix of local restaurants and tourist-friendly venues, hotel breakfasts, occasional fine dining
Transportation
$8-25 per day
Private tuk-tuks, occasional taxis, airport transfers, bicycle rentals
Activities
$25-70 per day
Guided temple tours, cooking classes, boat trips, spa treatments, cultural shows
Currency: USD US Dollar (widely accepted) and KHR Cambodian Riel
Mid-Range Activities in Siem Reap
Curated experiences perfect for your mid-range travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at local markets and street stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)
Rent a bicycle for temple touring instead of hiring tuk-tuks (saves $15-25 per day)
Buy multi-day Angkor passes for better per-day value (20-30% savings over single-day passes)
Stay in accommodations outside the main tourist zones (typically 30-50% cheaper)
Travel during low season months for significant accommodation discounts (40-60% savings)
Book direct with guesthouses instead of through booking platforms (often 10-20% cheaper)
Share tuk-tuk rides with other travelers when possible (50% cost reduction per person)
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Only eating in tourist-focused restaurants near major attractions (typically 100-200% markup over local prices)
Taking private tuk-tuks for every journey instead of walking or cycling short distances (3-5x more expensive)
Booking accommodation last-minute during peak season (often 50-100% higher rates)
Not negotiating tuk-tuk fares in advance (can result in 200-300% overcharging)