Where to Stay in Siem Reap
Your guide to the best areas and accommodation types
Siem Reap unfurls along the river and the road to the temples. Stay near the old market for walkable restaurants and nightlife. Head south of the water for quieter, leafier streets. Balance matters. You want convenience for dinner. But you also need proximity for dawn temple runs.
Basic guesthouses are everywhere. Mid-range hotels with pools and breakfast dominate. Luxury means colonial-era properties or garden villas tucked away from the noise.
Budget
8-25 USD per night for guesthouses with fans and hostel dormitories
Mid-Range
35-85 USD per night for hotels featuring air conditioning, swimming pools, and included breakfast
Luxury
120-300 USD per night for international brand resorts, boutique villas, and historic landmark hotels
Where to Stay in Siem Reap
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for every visitor.
Our Top Picks
The highest-rated hotel in each price range, selected from all neighborhoods.
Top Pick: Central Market Area
Budget
VPlus Hotel
"Good location, friendly staff, there's a decent food menu and bar, small swimmin…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Parking
Luggage storage
Central Market Area
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Top Pick: Central Market Area
Mid Range
Viroth's Hotel
"The hotel is one to remember, since the check -in, with the super yummy tea and…"
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
Central Market Area
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Top Pick: Central Market Area
Luxury
FCC Angkor by Avani
"I would like thank you FCC Angkor staff have a friendly service and they have a…"
Sunbathing area
Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
Central Market Area
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Best Areas to Stay
Each neighborhood has its own character. Find the one that matches your travel style.
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Central Market Area
Budget to Mid-range
The dense, beating heart of Siem Reap. Streets radiate from Psar Chas, the old market, packed with budget eateries, tour operators, and souvenir stalls. Tuk-tuks buzz constantly. Music spills from doorways. The air hangs thick and humid.
- ✓ Walking distance to most restaurants and bars
- ✓ Highest density of cheap eats and massages
- ✓ Easy to find transport like tuk-tuks
- ✓ Lively street scenes day and night
- ✗ Can be noisy well past midnight
- ✗ Sidewalks are often cluttered and uneven
- ✗ Feels tourist-centric and less local
- ✗ Limited green space or quiet corners
Recommended places to stay in Central Market Area
Budget
VPlus Hotel
"Good location, friendly staff, there's a decent food menu and bar, small swimmin…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Parking
Luggage storage
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Mid Range
Viroth's Hotel
"The hotel is one to remember, since the check -in, with the super yummy tea and…"
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
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Luxury
FCC Angkor by Avani
"I would like thank you FCC Angkor staff have a friendly service and they have a…"
Sunbathing area
Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
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Mid Range
Shintana Saya Residence
"I stayed here alone. But two hotel staff members asked me in surprise, "Are you…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Massage room
Private parking
Priority airport pick-up
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Mid Range
TUI BLUE Angkor Grace Wellness Resort
"The room was clean and beautifully decorated, the food and drinks were so fresh…"
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Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
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Wat Damnak Area
Mid-range to Luxury
A more residential and leafy district south of the river, centered around the quiet pagoda grounds. Frangipani and charcoal fill the air. Monks chant. Bicycles whir past. It feels removed.
- ✓ Quiet, tree-lined streets good for walking
- ✓ Home to several acclaimed restaurants and cafes
- ✓ Close to the Royal Gardens and river
- ✓ Feels more authentically local
- ✗ A 15-20 minute walk to the central market
- ✗ Fewer late-night dining options
- ✗ Limited shopping and tour desks directly on the street
Recommended places to stay in Wat Damnak Area
Budget
Eightfold Urban Resort
"We stayed at Eightfold for four nights and can highly recommend it for families.…"
Outdoor swimming pool
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Parking
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Mid Range
Shinta Mani Angkor
"Beautiful hotel, very sophisticated, great location, great pool, very friendly s…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
Gym
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Luxury
Anantara Angkor Resort
"A hotel that is so low-key that it is almost ignored Unlike Park Hyatt, which i…"
Golf course
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
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Budget
Koulen Hotel
"Clean and big room. Staff are friendly and helpful. Prepared breakfast for us wh…"
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Hiking
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Massage room
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Budget
The Urban
"I love everything about this hotel. There's a restaurant also which serves the…"
Golf course
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Road to Angkor
Mid-range to Luxury
The long, straight avenue leading north from the city towards the temple complex. The landscape shifts from urban to semi-rural. Wet earth replaces exhaust fumes. Bird calls replace motorbikes.
- ✓ Closest proximity to Angkor Wat's ticket gate
- ✓ Easier to beat the crowds for sunrise visits
- ✓ Often larger resort properties with extensive grounds
- ✓ Quieter at night
- ✗ Requires tuk-tuk or taxi to reach downtown restaurants
- ✗ Limited immediate dining beyond hotel restaurants
- ✗ Less street life and local immersion
Recommended places to stay in Road to Angkor
Budget
YASODHARAPURA RESIDENCE
"Very cozy hotel, surprisingly quiet place, clean beds and rooms, delicious break…"
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Pool
Horse riding
Massage room
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Mid Range
Templation Hotel
"We stayed at Templation Hotel end of Sep for a trip to Angkor Wat. The hotel was…"
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
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Budget
CoolLand Residence & Spa
"I stayed in the King Deluxe room type. During the New Year's Day, the room fee +…"
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Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
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Budget
Angkor Land Urban Boutique
"One of the standout features of my stay was the impressive poolside area. The la…"
Golf course
Sunbathing area
Indoor swimming pool
Diving
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Budget
Lub d Siem Reap
"The best homestay I've ever stayed in. Facilities: Very complete and thoughtful…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Private parking
Priority airport pick-up
Luggage storage
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Krous Village
Mid-range to Luxury
West of the airport road, a fast-developing zone spreads across wide, new avenues lined with large-scale hotel projects. The feel is modern and planned. Construction rumbles in the distance. Skip this for charm.
- ✓ Newer infrastructure and wider roads
- ✓ Many large hotels with extensive family facilities
- ✓ Quieter than the downtown core
- ✓ Close to the airport for arrivals and departures
- ✗ Far from the historic center and local markets
- ✗ Limited independent restaurants in immediate vicinity
- ✗ Lacks the traditional charm of older districts
- ✗ Feels somewhat isolated without transport
Recommended places to stay in Krous Village
Budget
Boutique Indochine d'Angkor
"Beautiful place, standout breakfast, friendly staff, the rooms with balcony and f…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
Spa
Parking
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Mid Range
The Embassy Angkor Resort & Spa
"We spent a few days at The Embassy Angkor and we're happy to share our experienc…"
Golf course
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
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Budget
Memoire Siem Reap Hotel
"Excellent stay! The service was outstanding, staff were very friendly, attentive,…"
Sunbathing area
Pool
Horse riding
Spa
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Budget
Sarai and Wander
"Very good hotel. Breakfast is good - but there are only very limited things on t…"
Sunbathing area
2 Outdoor swimming pools
Spa
Massage room
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Budget
The Center Point
"The best selling point of this hotel is it's high standard customer service and…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Parking
Priority airport pick-up
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French Quarter
Luxury
Near the Royal Residence, an elegant grid of streets holds colonial-era villas converted into upscale hotels and galleries. The atmosphere is stately and quiet. Rain trees cast deep shade. Polished wood scents the air. Worth it.
- ✓ Architectural charm and historic ambiance
- ✓ Very peaceful and secure streets
- ✓ Close to the Royal Gardens and some fine dining
- ✓ Feels like a step back in time
- ✗ The furthest area from the busy market and Pub Street
- ✗ Dining and shopping options are more limited and upscale
- ✗ Few budget accommodation choices exist here
Recommended places to stay in French Quarter
Budget
Uncle Sam Villa
"Value for money is perfect. Room was not cleaned for three days in row, stuff cl…"
Hiking
Private parking
Luggage storage
Restaurant
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"Beautiful hotel. Staff was very friendly. They forgot we booked two rooms when w…"
Outdoor swimming pool
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Hiking
Spa
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"The environment is very good, the garden is beautiful, suitable for taking pictu…"
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Massage room
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Mid Range
Anjali by Syphon
"Anjali was perfect. Quiet, restful, and beautiful. The pool is always shaded by…"
Sunbathing area
Indoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
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Budget
Khmer Mansion Residence
"Let's highlight the first word: Value for money. And the second: Emotional value…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
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West Baray
Luxury
Near the vast, ancient reservoir, a large area spreads open and rural. Water birds call across the water. Cool breezes blow. The temples feel close here. Stay here.
- ✓ Tranquil, natural setting away from all city noise
- ✓ Unique views and access to the West Baray reservoir
- ✓ Some properties offer direct temple views
- ✓ A sense of spaciousness and escape
- ✗ Extremely remote, requiring a vehicle for any outing
- ✗ Virtually no restaurants or services within walking distance
- ✗ Limited choice of accommodation overall
Recommended places to stay in West Baray
Budget
Hotel Vellita Siem Reap
"Very beautiful and wonderful place. Loved all about it - staff are very professi…"
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Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Massage room
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Mid Range
THE PRIVILEGE FLOOR by Borei Angkor
"The welcome and customer service at this hotel is fabulous. The staff do everyth…"
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Sauna
Spa
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Budget
Indra Angkor Residence
"We have a good experience we are very happy and satisfied. Good environment and…"
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
Hiking
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Budget
Ibis Styles Siem Reap
"The hotel was in a very good location with plenty of food outlets, night markets…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Private parking
Priority airport pick-up
Luggage storage
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Budget
Villa Indochine d'Angkor
"Fantastic affordable hotel, The pool was gorgeous and the breakfast was deliciou…"
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
Hiking
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Airport Road Corridor
Budget to Mid-range
Along National Road 6, a practical strip connects the airport to the city. It's a zone of transit, convenience, and value. The hum of traffic is constant, punctuated by the roar of arriving jets. Neon signs for hotels and warehouses glow after dark. Sleep and go.
- ✓ Extremely convenient for airport arrivals and departures
- ✓ Often the best value for money on large, modern rooms
- ✓ Easy access to main highways for temple tours or trips further afield
- ✓ Plenty of parking and space for coaches
- ✗ No traditional charm or walkable local life
- ✗ Dining is limited to hotel restaurants or a few roadside eateries
- ✗ Constant road noise can be an issue
- ✗ Requires transport for everything, including a simple coffee
Recommended places to stay in Airport Road Corridor
"This gorgeous little Paradise is just a few blocks away from downtown. I was sp…"
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse riding
Hiking
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Mid Range
Shintana Saya La Maison
"We provide refreshing coconuts and wet towels in the large and spacious car that…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
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"Fantastic place..Fantastic staff friendly, very helpful with Professional man…"
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Sauna
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"We absolutely loved this hotel. It's a short tuk tuk trip from the old market an…"
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Outdoor swimming pool
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Budget
Stay Siem Reap
"Stayed here for 3 nights. A quiet area but just a walking distance to the centre…"
Outdoor swimming pool
Public parking
Airport shuttle pick-up
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Accommodation Types
From budget-friendly hostels to luxury hotels, here's what's available.
Guesthouses
8-30 USD per night
Small, often family-run lodgings providing basic rooms, sometimes with shared bathrooms, in central locations. Cheap sleeps.
Best for: Budget travelers and backpackers seeking local interaction
Many smaller guesthouses skip major booking sites. Walk in for last-minute deals.
Boutique Hotels
40-150 USD per night
Intimate properties favor strong Khmer or colonial design themes, often built around a courtyard pool.
Best for: Couples and design-conscious travelers wanting character
Direct booking often throws in free airport transfers or spa credits.
Resorts
60-300 USD per night
Large-scale properties sprawl across expansive grounds with multiple pools, restaurants, and shuttle services.
Best for: Families, groups, and travelers preferring complete facilities
Check resort websites for family or long-stay packages bundling meals and tours.
Booking Tips
Insider advice to help you find the best accommodation.
Central Market books fast, outlying areas have last-minute space
Popular boutique hotels near the market sell out weeks ahead in peak season. Resorts on the road to Angkor or in Krous Village often hold last-minute rooms.
Direct contact can unlock better rates for villas and boutique properties
Email smaller luxury villas or boutique hotels directly. You might lock in a lower rate or a room upgrade versus online portals.
When to Book
Timing matters for both price and availability.
High Season
Reserve at least two months ahead for November through February travel, including Christmas and New Year.
Shoulder Season
March to May and October draw smaller crowds. Two to three weeks ahead usually suffices.
Low Season
The rainy season from June to September brings heavy discounts. Same-day booking often works, except at the most popular hotels.
For peace of mind, book at least one month ahead for any visit to Siem Reap.
Good to Know
Local customs and practical information.
Check-in / Check-out
Standard check-in is 14:00; check-out is 12:00. Most hotels store luggage for early arrivals or late departures.
Tipping
Not obligatory. Tip 1-2 USD for housekeeping or a helpful driver. Appreciated, not expected.
Payment
US dollars work everywhere for hotel payments. Smaller guesthouses may want cash. Major hotels take cards.
Safety
Siem Reap is very safe for travelers. Take normal precautions against petty theft in crowded areas.
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