The Columns

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9.0
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65 reviews

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Stephen

10.0
/ 10
This is a charming hotel in the middle of Kampot, and everything you need is within walking distance. The building is the conversion of two former shops. The room was a good size and comfortable, with a wash basin in the room and separate shower and toilet. It was two floors up and no lift — be warned. Our room also had a roof terrace, a great boon. There was a very good choice of freshly made breakfast, with the addition of home made cupcakes and biscuits as well as a plate of fruit. What really makes this place special is the hosts, Tavi and Kim. Both speak excellent English and are very helpful in arranging drivers for tours and recommending places to eat (including the excellent nearby café Le Corner, which they also run). The hotel also boasts a good book swap.

DAVID

10.0
/ 10
The staff at The Columns are extremely nice and helpful. The included breakfast has many nice options and is well-prepared. We had both a double room on the first floor and a balcony room on second floor in our party, and we much preferred the first floor. It’s more spacious, better laid out, and has high ceilings. The second floor is not great for tall people because there are so many low ceilings, and the rooms feel cramped.

Karyn

10.0
/ 10
Very cool to stay in the old French style building. Room had heaps of character and a charming little balcony. Breakfast was awesome. Would definitely stay again.
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37 Phoum 1 Ouksophear, Krong Kampot, Kampot, Cambodia

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24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Near Seahorse Statue
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Near Seahorse Statue

Location


A stay at The Columns places you in the heart of Kampot, within a 10-minute walk of Big Durian and Entanou Bridge. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Seahorse Statue and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kampot Provincial Museum.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Big Durian - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Entanou Bridge - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Kampot Night Market - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Kampot Provincial Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Kampong Bay Fountain - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kampot Escape - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Seahorse Statue - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Kampot Salt Fields - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Bokor National Park - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Veal Pouch Waterfall - 8.9 km / 5.6 mi
Phnom Chisor - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Thmor Tada Sach-Chaing Waterfall - 14.9 km / 9.3 mi
Kep National Park - 17.7 km / 11 mi
Crab Market - 22.2 km / 13.8 mi
Kep Beach - 23.4 km / 14.5 mi

Facilities


Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include limo/town car service, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Dining


Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 17 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Transportation

  • Limo or town car service
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Bicycle rental

General

  • Parking
  • Smoking area

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box
  • Coffee shop

Things to Do

  • Garden

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Accessibilty

  • Accessible path of travel

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Columns

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 23:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00

Pets

Service Animals Not Allowed

Additional Policy

Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, No elevators
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 23:00 - to 12:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at The Columns
17
Number of floors in The Columns
2
Another facilities in The Columns
Laundry service, Newspaper in lobby, Luggage storage, Porter, Multilingual staff

Frequently asked question in The Columns

What are available facilities at The Columns?
There are top facilites at The Columns such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Columns?
The standard check-in time at The Columns is starting from 14:00 - 23:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 12:00
Does The Columns provide breakfast?
Yes, The Columns provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of The Columns
The Columns has a 3.5-star rating.
How many floors does The Columns have?
The Columns has 2.
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9.0
Exceptional
From 65 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

8.8

Location

9.2

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Stephen
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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This is a charming hotel in the middle of Kampot, and everything you need is within walking distance. The building is the conversion of two former shops. The room was a good size and comfortable, with a wash basin in the room and separate shower and toilet. It was two floors up and no lift — be warned. Our room also had a roof terrace, a great boon. There was a very good choice of freshly made breakfast, with the addition of home made cupcakes and biscuits as well as a plate of fruit. What really makes this place special is the hosts, Tavi and Kim. Both speak excellent English and are very helpful in arranging drivers for tours and recommending places to eat (including the excellent nearby café Le Corner, which they also run). The hotel also boasts a good book swap.
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DAVID
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 75 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff at The Columns are extremely nice and helpful. The included breakfast has many nice options and is well-prepared. We had both a double room on the first floor and a balcony room on second floor in our party, and we much preferred the first floor. It’s more spacious, better laid out, and has high ceilings. The second floor is not great for tall people because there are so many low ceilings, and the rooms feel cramped.
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Karyn
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very cool to stay in the old French style building. Room had heaps of character and a charming little balcony. Breakfast was awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Patrick
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 161 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The building was very clean, and I really liked the architecture, furniture, and decor. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They greeted me by name, which I appreciated. I will definitely stay there again when I go to Kampot.
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 225 week(s) ago

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Great place to stay, very friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. They’ve been hard hit by covid but staying open to keep staff on board. Rustic feel to the place and very affordable. Good location in Kampot.
Bunleng
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 331 week(s) ago

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Good location. Excellent services. Very clean and artistically/tastefully well decorated.
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 367 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

great value and great location. Aircon a little bit weak.
Franz
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 369 week(s) ago

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The room is nice and clean, aircon works well, bathroom spacious, nice shower cabin with rain shower, good water pressure for nice shower. Staff friendly and very helpful. Location is good as in walking distance to the riverside with all it's restaurants and entertainment places. The only shadow is that there was a water pump or some other drive/motor which kept on making some noise. Otherwise all ok and recommended
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Douglas
10.0
/10
Reviewed 373 week(s) ago

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Lovely hotel in a great location near the river and the night market with plenty of restaurants in the area. Room was nice with a little balcony (room 10) bed was comfortable. Breakfast was served in the restaurant next to the reception and was good. Staff were very helpful and very friendly which makes for a good atmosphere.
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Heather
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 383 week(s) ago

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This hotel is great! It’s small, quaint and charming. Great air conditioner and the most comfortable bed. Breakfast is delicious! But best of all, the staff is super kind and can assist in getting you motorcycles and seeing the city. Loved staying here.
Michelle
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Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 386 week(s) ago

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I loved parts of this HOTEL, like the kind Breakfast and Cleaning staff, and the location, but did not Love It... as I imagined I would. It had not a single Asian entree listed on the breakfast menu. Why travel all the way to Cambodia to eat American/ Western food??? Three days in to our 6 night stay, I made mention of this, and was offered Ramen noodles with eggs... a lovely addition, but clearly an actual entree of rice or noodles would be welcome. Also, there were no Umbrellas on the tables outside to make them of use. With 34*C temps, you could not sit outside, so all the tables were not usable. Again, staff was lovely, but for the price, I would have hoped for a bit more amenities and ambiance.
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Amelia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 386 week(s) ago

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I was here in Kampot as a volunteer accountant over Christmas as was SO happy I stayed at Columns. Very clean hotel, great buffet breakfast, very trusting staff and room was very secure and safe. Staff were consistabtly very professional and able to help. Everything thing I need assistance on (booking a bus back to Phnom Penh, Airline dramas) they were always willing to help. It was so nice as a solo traveller to easily communicated with them in English and feel extremely safe and secure. Also done the road are some great restaurants they are on the river and very well priced.
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Richard
10.0
/10
Reviewed 401 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Classic building on a run down street, great breakfast included. WiFi is weak and intermittent but the wonderful staff makes the difference.
Mark
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 410 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

A small boutique hotel. Very nice breakfast. No bar, no restaurant other than bkfst. With antiques rather than trendy decorating. Well located in the historic center of Kampot. Weakish Wifi. No coffee machine or water boiler in room, otherwise tastefully decorated. Kampot is a beautiful low key French colonial looking city. The Columns staff helpfully suggested restaurants.
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4.0
/10
Reviewed 415 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This is basically a cheap guest house with a fancy veneer. The building is old and worn. The front lobby has minimal and minimally trained staff. The shower had two settings: scalding hot and ice cold. Wifi was spotty. Wouldn't allow for even a one hour extension on check out. Wouldn't call a taxi to take me to train station, told me to go outside and find one myself. There are equivalent and even much better hotels in town for less money.
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Graham
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 423 week(s) ago

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Comfortable hotel in tastefully restored colonial building in central area of Kampot. Excellent breakfast and lovely efficient staff.
steven
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 428 week(s) ago

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I have been staying at the Columns for years, and have always had a positive experience. The property is well located - close to the river and town center, but on a quiet street that is virtually silent at night. The staff are all friendly and helpful, as is the owner, Thavy. The breakfast menu is not extensive, but all items are well prepared from fresh ingredients. Rooms are comfortable and quiet, with adequate work space and good wifi. Overall, one of my favourites in southern Cambodia.
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Nadine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 431 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I enjoyed every moment of my stay at “The Columns” and can only recommend this place. Staff, room, service, breakfast, location,... all perfect! The staff was also very helpful with organising my tours around Kampot as well as my onward journey. I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you for making me feel so special!
Paula
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 443 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Our room at the column was super comfortable with the air con and the ceiling fan a great combo to battle the heat outdoors. The rain head shower was great and the bed the most comfortable of our trip so far. Breakfast was good and the staff were lovely. Only issues were really poor internet which was an issue cause I had to work a little.
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Pam
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 471 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Stayed 5 nights. Perfect location just back from the river and loads of places to eat nearby. The staff were just lovely and the manager was very helpful (she even gave us some great tips for Phnom Penh).
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9.0
Exceptional
From 65 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

8.8

Location

9.2

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Traveler Reviews The Columns

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40
Top reviews
Stephen
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This is a charming hotel in the middle of Kampot, and everything you need is within walking distance. The building is the conversion of two former shops. The room was a good size and comfortable, with a wash basin in the room and separate shower and toilet. It was two floors up and no lift — be warned. Our room also had a roof terrace, a great boon. There was a very good choice of freshly made breakfast, with the addition of home made cupcakes and biscuits as well as a plate of fruit. What really makes this place special is the hosts, Tavi and Kim. Both speak excellent English and are very helpful in arranging drivers for tours and recommending places to eat (including the excellent nearby café Le Corner, which they also run). The hotel also boasts a good book swap.
Read More
DAVID
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 75 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff at The Columns are extremely nice and helpful. The included breakfast has many nice options and is well-prepared. We had both a double room on the first floor and a balcony room on second floor in our party, and we much preferred the first floor. It’s more spacious, better laid out, and has high ceilings. The second floor is not great for tall people because there are so many low ceilings, and the rooms feel cramped.
Read More
Karyn
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very cool to stay in the old French style building. Room had heaps of character and a charming little balcony. Breakfast was awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Patrick
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 161 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The building was very clean, and I really liked the architecture, furniture, and decor. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They greeted me by name, which I appreciated. I will definitely stay there again when I go to Kampot.
Verified traveler
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 225 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great place to stay, very friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. They’ve been hard hit by covid but staying open to keep staff on board. Rustic feel to the place and very affordable. Good location in Kampot.
Bunleng
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 331 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good location. Excellent services. Very clean and artistically/tastefully well decorated.
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 367 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

great value and great location. Aircon a little bit weak.
Franz
icon-Family
Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 369 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room is nice and clean, aircon works well, bathroom spacious, nice shower cabin with rain shower, good water pressure for nice shower. Staff friendly and very helpful. Location is good as in walking distance to the riverside with all it's restaurants and entertainment places. The only shadow is that there was a water pump or some other drive/motor which kept on making some noise. Otherwise all ok and recommended
Read More
Douglas
10.0
/10
Reviewed 373 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely hotel in a great location near the river and the night market with plenty of restaurants in the area. Room was nice with a little balcony (room 10) bed was comfortable. Breakfast was served in the restaurant next to the reception and was good. Staff were very helpful and very friendly which makes for a good atmosphere.
Read More
Heather
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 383 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This hotel is great! It’s small, quaint and charming. Great air conditioner and the most comfortable bed. Breakfast is delicious! But best of all, the staff is super kind and can assist in getting you motorcycles and seeing the city. Loved staying here.
Michelle
icon-Family
Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 386 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I loved parts of this HOTEL, like the kind Breakfast and Cleaning staff, and the location, but did not Love It... as I imagined I would. It had not a single Asian entree listed on the breakfast menu. Why travel all the way to Cambodia to eat American/ Western food??? Three days in to our 6 night stay, I made mention of this, and was offered Ramen noodles with eggs... a lovely addition, but clearly an actual entree of rice or noodles would be welcome. Also, there were no Umbrellas on the tables outside to make them of use. With 34*C temps, you could not sit outside, so all the tables were not usable. Again, staff was lovely, but for the price, I would have hoped for a bit more amenities and ambiance.
Read More
Amelia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 386 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I was here in Kampot as a volunteer accountant over Christmas as was SO happy I stayed at Columns. Very clean hotel, great buffet breakfast, very trusting staff and room was very secure and safe. Staff were consistabtly very professional and able to help. Everything thing I need assistance on (booking a bus back to Phnom Penh, Airline dramas) they were always willing to help. It was so nice as a solo traveller to easily communicated with them in English and feel extremely safe and secure. Also done the road are some great restaurants they are on the river and very well priced.
Read More
Richard
10.0
/10
Reviewed 401 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Classic building on a run down street, great breakfast included. WiFi is weak and intermittent but the wonderful staff makes the difference.
Mark
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 410 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

A small boutique hotel. Very nice breakfast. No bar, no restaurant other than bkfst. With antiques rather than trendy decorating. Well located in the historic center of Kampot. Weakish Wifi. No coffee machine or water boiler in room, otherwise tastefully decorated. Kampot is a beautiful low key French colonial looking city. The Columns staff helpfully suggested restaurants.
Read More
Verified traveler
icon-with Partner
with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 415 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This is basically a cheap guest house with a fancy veneer. The building is old and worn. The front lobby has minimal and minimally trained staff. The shower had two settings: scalding hot and ice cold. Wifi was spotty. Wouldn't allow for even a one hour extension on check out. Wouldn't call a taxi to take me to train station, told me to go outside and find one myself. There are equivalent and even much better hotels in town for less money.
Read More
Graham
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 423 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Comfortable hotel in tastefully restored colonial building in central area of Kampot. Excellent breakfast and lovely efficient staff.
steven
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 428 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I have been staying at the Columns for years, and have always had a positive experience. The property is well located - close to the river and town center, but on a quiet street that is virtually silent at night. The staff are all friendly and helpful, as is the owner, Thavy. The breakfast menu is not extensive, but all items are well prepared from fresh ingredients. Rooms are comfortable and quiet, with adequate work space and good wifi. Overall, one of my favourites in southern Cambodia.
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Nadine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 431 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I enjoyed every moment of my stay at “The Columns” and can only recommend this place. Staff, room, service, breakfast, location,... all perfect! The staff was also very helpful with organising my tours around Kampot as well as my onward journey. I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you for making me feel so special!
Paula
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 443 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Our room at the column was super comfortable with the air con and the ceiling fan a great combo to battle the heat outdoors. The rain head shower was great and the bed the most comfortable of our trip so far. Breakfast was good and the staff were lovely. Only issues were really poor internet which was an issue cause I had to work a little.
Read More
Pam
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 471 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Stayed 5 nights. Perfect location just back from the river and loads of places to eat nearby. The staff were just lovely and the manager was very helpful (she even gave us some great tips for Phnom Penh).
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