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Phnom Penh


This slick place has attractive, lime-striped rooms that are a little small for hanging out in, but luckily prime lounging spots lurk around the pool. It's one of the few places in the city with handicap-accessible digs. The charismatic French owner makes guests feel exceedingly welcome.


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Nearby Phnom Penh attractions

1. Wat Langka

0.4 MILES

A colourful Buddhist temple in the heart of the city (near Independence Monument) that was established as a sanctuary for holy writings.

2. Independence Monument

0.47 MILES

Modelled on the central tower of Angkor Wat, Independence Monument was built in 1958 to commemorate the country’s independence from France in 1953. It…

3. Wat Moha Montrei

0.56 MILES

Wat Moha Montrei was named in honour of one of King Monivong’s ministers, Chakrue Ponn, who initiated the founding of the pagoda (moha montrei means ‘the…

4. Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

0.59 MILES

In 1975 Tuol Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot’s security forces and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21); it soon became…

5. Norodom Sihanouk Statue

0.6 MILES

This impressive statue shows the legendary former king/prime minister/statesman King Father Norodom Sihanouk, who died a national hero in 2012.

6. Olympic Stadium

0.62 MILES

Despite the lofty name, this multipurpose sports complex has never hosted an Olympic Games. Nevertheless, it's a striking example of 1960s 'New Khmer'…

7. Wat Botum

0.7 MILES

This Buddhist temple with saffron-coloured robes flapping in the wind is particularly photogenic. It's located opposite Wat Botum Park.

8. King's Residence

0.77 MILES

The official residence of King Sihamoni and his family is not open to the general public.