Cambodia, specifically the area of Siem Reap, has become one of the major tourist hubs in Southeast Asia to the point that its dark history is almost not visible. To give you a background, Cambodia was formerly led by a communist military junta called the Khmer Rouge and then invaded by the Vietnnamese during the Indochina Wars. Below is the trailer of the movie First They Killed My Father which was a brilliantly-created movie about the said phase of Cambodian history.
Most people would agree with me that Siem Reap is a tourist-friendly city and it is very comfortable going around there (I looooove Pub Street!). Most spots are accessible either by foot or by riding a tuktuk. Moreover, options on where to stay, such as top hostels in Siem Reap, are on the rise and are very convenient to find.
Meanwhile, I have created a simple travel vlog containing video clips I took from my trip in Cambodia, covering Phnom Penh and Siem Reap:
So, are you looking for top hostels in Siem Reap, like, right now?
Are you planning a backpacking trip or perhaps you are a solo traveler to Siem Reap? I saw you just Googled βbest hostels in Siem Reapβ! Kidding! But Iβm sure you are looking for a hostel to stay at this point in time. Well, the good news is, I did the research for you and picked the top hostels in Siem Reap that you could choose from! I extracted the basic and essential information for you, and I even compared them side by side! So are you ready to choose your hostel in Siem Reap? Letβs go!
TOP HOSTELS IN SIEM REAP: SHERLYNβS CRITERIA
Personally, whenever I would visit another city and look for hostels, I usually use the following criteria:
- LOCATION AND DISTANCE FROM LANDMARKS: As a backpacker/solo traveler on a budget, I would choose a hostel that is in a good location because I want to explore the cities by foot as much as possible and have access to basic establishments, such as convenience stores, public transportation, and such.
- DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT: Factors such as time of our flights are important to consider choosing a place to stay vis-a-vis their distance from the airport. Some of us are staying in hostels for a layover and some of us just want to make sure we do not miss our next flights. Also, if we fly in or out at wee hours, public transportation is possibly not available and taxi is our only option, which can be more expensive depending on the distance of out hostels.
- WI-FI CONNECTON: Most of us need an internet connection to do research about places to go and eat and things to do, or update out social media accounts with details from our travels, or connect with our loved ones. Whatever our purposes are, having a wi-fi connection at our hostels is a big factor.
- FREE BREAKFAST: I am a morning person and I need to have breakfast, so this factor personally matters to me. I believe other budget travelers also consider getting their tummies full with a complimentary hostel breakfast before going out to explore the city.
- RESTAURANT/COFFEE SHOP/BAR INSIDE THE HOSTEL: Some of us just wants to have access to these facilities at the comfort of being inside the premises of our hostels (especially after a long day of exploring!).
- FREE BOTTLED WATER: A hydro homie here! This may not be popular in hostels, but most hostels have water dispensers provided but you have to bring your own bottle.
- TOILETRIES: This is a deciding factor to me since as much as possible I donβt want to experience the hassle of bringing in liquids inside my carry-on luggage (only to get confiscated at the airport! Ouch!), so if basic toiletries are available at the hostel, I might only bring what I really need.
- WASHING MACHINE/LAUNDROMAT: Light packers usually bring enough set of clothes, but any type of packer might run out of clean clothes to wear. Hence, it is a big deal for me personally if the hostel has a laundromat or a washing machine.
- ACTIVITIES: Hostels are also places for socialization with other travelers, right? I am an introvert, but if I ran out of things to do or if I feel like socializing or maybe do something inside the hostel, this criteria matters.
- AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Some hostels offer free airport transfer and we all should maximize this! However if I indicated a βyesβ answer for the airport transfer criteria here, please check with the hostel first if it is free or not.
TOP HOSTELS IN SIEM REAP
So, without further ado, letβs proceed to reviewing and comparing the hostels picked!
333 HOSTEL (3-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
#333, Group 2, Vihear Chen, Svaydangkhum, Siem Reap., Svay Dangkum, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.4 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 73.6 km from Battambang Airport
- 4.2 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Amatak β 410 m
- Artisans dβAngkor β 490 m
- Pub Street β 800 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 7.26 km
- Angkor Thom β 10.19 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Library |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
THE HIDEOUT (3-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
Rose Apple Road, Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 6.7 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 73.8 km from Battambang Airport
- 4.2 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Sok San Street β 320 m
- Shenga Shop β 350 m
- Pub Street β 690 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.57 km
- Angkor Thom β 9.47 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
LUB D CAMBODIA SIEM REAP (4-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
7 Makara Street, Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.7 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.7 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.1 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Made in Cambodia Market β 170 m
- Kingβs Road Angkor β 180 m
- Pub Street β 500 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.75 km
- Banteay Kdei Temple β 9.67 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | Yes |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | Yes |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Library |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
GZ PLAN B HOSTEL (2.5 star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
200 meter from old market, pupstreet, wat damnak area, Salakamreuk commune., Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.8 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.7 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.1 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Made in Cambodia Market β 210 m
- Kingβs Road Angkor β 210 m
- Pub Street β 540 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.79 km
- Banteay Kdei Temple β 9.7 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Swimming Pool, Table Tennis, Library, Bicycle Rental, Spa |
| Airport Transfer | No |
THE TWIZT β LIFESTYLE HOSTEL (3.5-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
16th Avenue, Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.1 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.7 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.3 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Samdach Tep Vong St β 80 m
- Louise Loubatieres β 90 m
- Pub Street β 490 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.14 km
- Angkor Thom β 9.18 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Table Tennis, Dart Board, Bicycle Rental |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
HANG TEP HOSTEL (2-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
318, Wat Damnak, Salakramreuk, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.7 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.6 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.2 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Made in Cambodia Market β 120 m
- Kingβs Road Angkor β 120 m
- Pub Street β 440 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.75 km
- Banteay Kdei Temple β 9.7 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | No |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | BBQ Facilities |
| Airport Transfer | No |
SLEEP POD HOSTEL (2.5 star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
Bamboo street, Wat Damnak, Sala Kamroek, Sala Kamreuk, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 8 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.3 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.4 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Khmer Kids Art Gallery β 70 m
- Quard Bike Adventure β 220 m
- Pub Street β 710 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 7.22 km
- Banteay Kdei Temple β 10.16 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Washing Machine | Yes |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Bicycle Rental |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
INTER CITY HOSTEL (3-star hostel)
LOCATION
Street 26, Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.7 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.9 km from Battambang Airport
- 2.9 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Apsara Theatre β 140 m
- Wat Bo Temple β 320 m
- Pub Street β 650 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.59 km
- Banteay Kdei Temple β 9.46 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No |
| Cafe | Yes (and itβs halal!) |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | No |
| Free Bottled Water | Yes |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Library, Bicycle Rental |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
NONI TREE HOSTEL (3-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
Wat Damnak, Salakamruek Commune Krong Siem Ream, Siem Reap Central Area, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.8 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.5 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.3 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Wat Damnak β 130 m
- Khmer Kids Art Gallery β 190 m
- Pub Street β 530 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 6.96 km
- Banteay Kdei Temple β 9.91 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | Yes |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | Yes |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | No |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Bicycle Rental, Swimming Pool, Spa |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
HI SIEM REAP BOUTIQUE HOSTEL (3-star hostel)
LOCATION (INSIDE THE CITY CENTER)
#319, Wat Domnak Village, Salakamruek Commune, Sala Kamreuk, Siem Reap, Cambodia
DISTANCE FROM THE AIRPORT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
- 7.6 km from Siem Reap International Airport
- 74.1 km from Battambang Airport
- 3.7 km from Chong Kov Sou Bus Station
NEARBY LANDMARKS
- Amatak β 230 m
- Siem Reap Crocodile Farm β 260 m
- Pub Street β 520 m
- Angkor Archaeological Park β 7.13 km
- Angkor Thom β 10.14 km
FACILITIES
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | Yes |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Kitchen | Yes |
| Free Bottled Water | No |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Washing Machine | No |
| Activities | Bicycle Rental, Swimming Pool, Fitness Center |
| Airport Transfer | Yes |
TOP HOSTELS IN SIEM REAP: COMPARISON
| 333 Hostel | The Hideout | Lub D Cambodia Siem Reap | GZ Plan B Hostel | The Twizt β Lifestyle Hostel | Hang Tep Hostel | Sleep Pod Hostel | Inter City Hostel | Noni Tree Hostel | Hi Siem Reap Boutique Hostel | |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free Breakfast | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Cafe | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (and itβs halal!) | Yes | Yes |
| Bar | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Kitchen | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Free Bottled Water | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Toiletries | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Washing Machine | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Activities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Library | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Library | Swimming Pool, Table Tennis, Library, Bicycle Rental, Spa | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Table Tennis, Dart Board, Bicycle Rental | BBQ Facilities | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Bicycle Rental | Game Room, Swimming Pool, Library, Bicycle Rental | Bicycle Rental, Swimming Pool, Spa | Bicycle Rental, Swimming Pool, Fitness Center |
| Airport Transfer | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
TOP HOSTELS IN SIEM REAP: YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS ARE WELCOME! π
There you have it! I hope you were able to decide by now and book your corresponding chosen hostel in sIEM rEAP, based on the criteria I picked. Btw, if you think other criteria needs to be included in this list, or if you want me to add more hostels to compare, please let me know! π Happy travels to sIEM rEAP and please share me your experiences with your chosen hostel from this list!
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