The 4 Best Hostels in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh isn’t only the capital of Cambodia, but it is also its most populous city. Having the nickname “Pearl of Asia” thanks to its early 20th century colonial French architecture, it also functions as a global and domestic touristic centre of the country thanks mainly to its historical architecture and attractions.
Located on the banks of the Tonlé Sap, Mekong, and Bassac Rivers, it is clear that this is one of those destinations one just can’t miss when traveling around the world. To make your trips easier to plan, we have here a list of the best 4 hostels available in the city.
1. Mad Monkey Phnom Penh
- Price: Around 8 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 32 Euros a night).
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- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a very good, hostel-like atmosphere appreciated by its guests.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included, but there’s a bar & restaurant in the property.
If you’ve been following this page for a while, the name “Mad Monkey” should ring a bell. Among this series of hostels, we find the Mad Monkey Phnom Penh; a place that offers not only pub crawls that can be considered legendary but also epic pool parties and city tours.
Not only does it have a lounge room, a swimming pool and a bar & restaurant, but it also offers the options of dorm rooms and private rooms with AC and free Wi-Fi included.
2. Onederz Phnom Penh
- Price: Around 6 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 38 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a good atmosphere.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included for free, but you can purchase it in the property for a price.
Located just in the middle of the riverside area, one of the most attractive places for the tourists, there’s the Onederz Phnom Penh hostel. It offers its guests both dorm and private rooms, as well as a comfortable social space on the ground floor where you can connect with like-minded people.
You can enjoy either a relaxing evening by the swimming pool or a great view of the river from the rooftop, and enjoy many services such as laundry, towel rental, transportation, and information.
3. Monsoon Riverside
- Price: Around 11 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 39 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a good atmosphere.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included for free, but it has a coffee shop.
Being nestled in one of the most popular pub and restaurant area right in the heart of Phnom Penh automatically makes the Monsoon Riverside hostel a perfect option for any traveler. It offers both free Wi-Fi in its rooms and spacious public areas to relax.
You’ll be able to enjoy many meals on the in-house coffee shop, and go on many tours organized by the staff on the tours desk. As it is located at just 2 minutes from the lively River Front and less then 10 minutes from the Royal Palace of Cambodia, you’ll be close to many interesting sights.
4. Poolside Villa
- Price: Around 10 Euros a night (Private rooms can go for up to 27 Euros a night).
- Location: .
- Does it have hostel vibe? It has a very social, hostel-like vibe.
- Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it has a free, high-speed connection.
- Is the breakfast included? No, breakfast isn’t included for free, but it has a bar & restaurant.
To finish our list, we have the Poolside Villa hostel, a place that welcomes any traveler regardless of them being a solo-backpacker, an adventuring family, or a large tour group; they have the facilities to cover all your needs.
You’ll be able to relax by their outdoor swimming pool, but if you want to explore the city you can ask the staff to help you plan a tour, book a ticket, hire a trusted tuk-tuk, rent a motorbike, among many other things. The property has a bar & restaurant where you can find many dishes, as well as AC and free Wi-Fi on the whole building.