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About Kandal accommodation
Kandal is the province that wraps around Phnom Penh, so Kandal accommodation puts you close to the Mekong River and everyday Cambodian life while staying within easy reach of the capital. It suits travellers after a quieter base near Phnom Penh, or anyone visiting sights that sit within the province itself, such as Koh Dach and Angkor Borei.
Because Kandal sits so close to Phnom Penh, many visitors treat it as a day trip rather than an overnight stop, so the hotel choice here is smaller than in the city centre. What is on offer ranges from simple guesthouses in provincial towns like Ta Khmau to riverside boutique resorts along the Mekong, giving a calmer alternative to a city-centre stay.
Where to stay in Kandal
- Ta Khmau: The provincial capital of Kandal and the closest town to Phnom Penh, with the widest spread of guesthouses and hotels plus local markets and street food.
- Mukh Kampul: A quieter Mekong riverside district north of Phnom Penh, home to higher-end riverside resorts with pool and garden settings.
How much is Kandal accommodation?
- Budget: AU$30-70, a simple guesthouse or budget hotel room, usually air-conditioned with a private bathroom and basic amenities.
- Mid-range: AU$70-240, a boutique or resort-style stay along the Mekong with a pool, garden and sometimes river views.
What Kandal is known for
- Koh Dach, or Silk Island: A Mekong island reachable by a short ferry crossing from Phnom Penh, known for traditional silk weaving. Visitors can cycle past family looms, mulberry orchards and village pagodas to see the craft up close.
- Angkor Borei: An ancient pre-Angkorian settlement dating from around the 5th to 8th centuries, with earthworks, old canals and carved stone remains near Phnom Da hill, among the earliest urban sites in Cambodia.
- Mekong riverside scenery: Villages, pagodas and rice paddies line the riverbanks across the province, making for easy cycling and scenic day trips outside Phnom Penh.
Top-rated hotels in Kandal
- The Balé Phnom Penh by LifestyleRetreats: A high-end riverside resort in Mukh Kampul with suites, a pool and garden overlooking the Mekong.
- BCN Barna Hotel: A newer hotel in Ta Khmau with a pool, spa and gym, a short drive from Phnom Chisor Temple.
- Sethy Boutique Hotel: A boutique hotel in Ta Khmau with garden-view rooms, around a 15-minute drive from Phnom Penh's riverside.
- Chomka Thnong Resort: A garden resort in Khsach Kandal with traditional Khmer architectural touches and a restaurant on site.
- Koh Dach View Boutique Hotel: A small hotel near the Koh Dach ferry pier with a pool and garden, handy for visiting Silk Island.
Travel tips for Kandal
- Base yourself in Ta Khmau or Mukh Kampul for the widest choice of hotels, then day trip out to Angkor Borei and Koh Dach.
- Book the Koh Dach ferry crossing with some flexibility, as departure times can be informal and subject to river conditions.
- Ask about river-facing or garden-view rooms when booking, since view types vary a lot between properties at similar prices.
- Many travellers stay in Phnom Penh and day trip into Kandal rather than overnighting, so weigh up whether an overnight stay actually suits your itinerary.
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