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    Last verified: March 8, 2026by Budget Research Team Β· Cambodia Cost Analysts
    How Much Does Cambodia Cost Per Day by City? (2026 Budget Guide)
    Daily costs in Cambodia range from $15/day in Battambang to $50+/day in Phnom Penh. See budget, mid-range, and luxury breakdowns for 9 cities.
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    Daily costs in Cambodia vary significantly by city. Phnom Penh and Siem Reap are the most expensive, while provincial cities like Battambang and Kratie offer remarkable value. This guide breaks down realistic daily budgets for every major destination.

    A mid-range traveler spends $50–$100 per day in Cambodia depending on the city.

    Prices updated March 2026

    Daily Costs by City Price Breakdown

    TypePrice (USD)Note
    Phnom Penh β€” Budget$30.00–$50.00/dayGuesthouse, street food, local transport
    Phnom Penh β€” Mid-range$60.00–$100.00/dayHotel, restaurants, tuk-tuks, activities
    Phnom Penh β€” Luxury$150.00+/dayBoutique hotel, fine dining, private car
    Siem Reap β€” Budget$25.00–$40.00/dayHostel/guesthouse, street food, shared tours
    Siem Reap β€” Mid-range$50.00–$80.00/dayHotel with pool, restaurants, private tuk-tuk
    Siem Reap β€” Luxury$120.00+/dayResort, private guide, fine dining
    Kampot β€” Budget$20.00–$35.00/dayGuesthouse, local food, scooter rental
    Kampot β€” Mid-range$40.00–$70.00/dayRiverside hotel, restaurants, tours
    Kampot β€” Luxury$100.00+/dayBoutique resort, private excursions
    Kep β€” Budget$25.00–$40.00/dayGuesthouse, crab market meals
    Kep β€” Mid-range$50.00–$80.00/daySeaside hotel, seafood restaurants
    Kep β€” Luxury$120.00+/dayHilltop resort, private tours
    Battambang β€” Budget$15.00–$30.00/dayCheapest major city; guesthouse, local food
    Battambang β€” Mid-range$35.00–$60.00/dayHotel, bamboo train, Phare circus
    Battambang β€” Luxury$80.00+/dayBoutique hotel, private tours
    Kratie β€” Budget$15.00–$25.00/dayVery affordable; guesthouse, dolphin trips
    Kratie β€” Mid-range$30.00–$50.00/dayBest hotel, restaurant meals, excursions
    Mondulkiri β€” Budget$20.00–$35.00/dayGuesthouse, local food, waterfalls
    Mondulkiri β€” Mid-range$40.00–$70.00/dayEco-lodge, elephant experience, tours
    Sihanoukville β€” Budget$25.00–$45.00/dayGuesthouse, local food, beach
    Sihanoukville β€” Mid-range$50.00–$90.00/dayHotel, restaurants, island day trip
    Sihanoukville β€” Luxury$130.00+/dayBeach resort, private island tours
    Koh Rong β€” Budget$30.00–$50.00/dayBeach bungalow, basic restaurants
    Koh Rong β€” Mid-range$60.00–$100.00/dayBeachfront hotel, dining, snorkeling

    Daily Budget Tips

    • β€’Provincial cities (Battambang, Kratie, Kampot) are 30–50% cheaper than Phnom Penh.
    • β€’Eating street food and at local restaurants can cut your food budget in half.
    • β€’Sharing tuk-tuks and joining group tours significantly reduces daily transport costs.
    • β€’Shoulder season (June–September) drops accommodation prices 20–40% across all cities.
    • β€’Siem Reap has fierce hotel competition β€” negotiate or book last-minute for the best deals.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Battambang and Kratie are the cheapest major destinations, where a comfortable day costs $15–$30. They also happen to be among the most culturally authentic places to visit.

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    Hotel Room

    A mid-range hotel in Cambodia costs $25–$60 per night. Budget rooms start at $8–$15.

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    Street Food

    A plate of street food in Cambodia costs $0.50–$2.00.

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    Restaurant Meal

    A restaurant meal in Cambodia costs $2–$5 at local restaurants and $5–$15 at tourist-oriented spots.

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    Tuk-Tuk Ride

    A short tuk-tuk ride in Cambodia costs $1–$3. Full-day hire runs $15–$25.

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