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Where to Stay in Siem Reap
Siem Reap is compact and most areas are within tuk-tuk distance of Angkor Wat. Your choice depends on budget and whether you want nightlife or tranquility.
Neighborhoods
Old Market (Psar Chas) Area
Central, lively, touristicFirst-timers, nightlife, dining$15-100/night
The heart of tourist Siem Reap. Walking distance to Pub Street, Night Market, and hundreds of restaurants.
Pub Street nightlifeOld Market shoppingStreet food galoreWalking distance to everything
Sok San Road
Backpacker-friendly, socialBudget travelers, party scene$5-30/night
The budget traveler hub with hostels, cheap eats, and a social scene. Parallel to Pub Street but more relaxed.
$3-5 dorm bedsSocial hostelsCheap massage parlorsBar crawl starting point
Wat Bo Village
Peaceful, authentic, boutiqueCouples, families, boutique hotels$25-200/night
A quieter area east of the river with charming boutique hotels, local pagodas, and a more authentic feel.
Peaceful atmosphereBoutique guesthousesLocal templesGood cycling area
Charles de Gaulle Boulevard
Resort, luxuriousLuxury travelers, resort experience$100-500/night
The main road to Angkor with large international resort hotels featuring pools, spas, and manicured gardens.
Resort pools and spasClosest to Angkor entranceShuttle servicesFine dining
FAQ
Old Market area is best for first-timers — central, walkable, and great for dining. Wat Bo for a quieter boutique experience. Sok San Road for budget backpackers.
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