10 Best Hostels in Cambodia
Cambodia is a backpacker's paradise with some of Southeast Asia's best hostels — $3 dorm beds, rooftop pools, legendary pub crawls, and free breakfast. Here are the 10 best hostels across the Kingdom.
What are the best hostels in Cambodia?
Best overall: Onederz (Siem Reap). Best party: Mad Monkey (Phnom Penh/Siem Reap). Best island: Nest Beach Club (Koh Rong). Budget $3–$8 for dorms, $12–$25 for private rooms. All include social spaces and most offer free breakfast.
Onederz Hostel
The gold standard for Siem Reap hostels. Huge pool, organized temple tours, nightly pub crawls, and professional staff. Dorms from $5 with free breakfast.
💡 Insider Tip: Book the pool dorm for the best social experience.
Mad Monkey
Cambodia's most famous hostel chain. Rooftop pools, organized pub crawls, and a legendary social atmosphere. Multiple locations across the country.
💡 Insider Tip: The Phnom Penh BKK1 location is the most social; Kampot is the most relaxed.
Funky Flashpacker
Mid-tier "flashpacker" hostel with private pods instead of bunks, a gorgeous pool, and upscale communal areas. Great for solo travelers who want comfort.
💡 Insider Tip: The pod-style bunks have privacy curtains and personal lights — worth the $2 premium.
Nest Beach Club
The ultimate island hostel — beach bungalows, pool parties, and sunset sessions on the sand. The social hub of Koh Rong's backpacker scene.
💡 Insider Tip: Book in advance for December-March peak season — it sells out.
Eighty8 Backpackers
Phnom Penh's most social hostel with a rooftop bar overlooking the city. Nightly events, free beer hours, and organized city tours.
💡 Insider Tip: Happy hour is legendary — arrive early for free drinks.
Arcadia Backpackers
Riverside hostel with a floating platform, kayaks, and hammocks. The most relaxed hostel in Cambodia — perfect for decompressing.
💡 Insider Tip: The floating platform with sunset views is what dreams are made of.
Sla Boutique Hostel
A design-forward hostel that feels more like a boutique hotel. Clean, stylish, and well-located near the riverside.
💡 Insider Tip: The female-only dorm is a great option for solo women travelers.
Lub d Cambodia
Thai-owned hostel chain known for cleanliness and quality. Pod-style beds, great WiFi, and consistent standards.
💡 Insider Tip: If you prioritize cleanliness and sleep, this is your place.
Monkey Republic
Budget-friendly with a great pool and chill vibes. The Kampot location is right on the river with cheap beer and good food.
💡 Insider Tip: The river-view hammocks at the Kampot location are perfect for lazy days.
The Big Easy
One of the few good hostels left in Sihanoukville. Pool, good food, and a launch pad for island ferries. Clean and well-managed.
💡 Insider Tip: Use this as a one-night base before catching the morning ferry to the islands.
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