Things to do and where to stay in Siem Reap
Where to stay · Cambodia

Where to stay in Siem Reap — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks

Siem Reap is the heart of travel in Cambodia, a town that grew up around the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It blends the charm of a small riverside town, stylish cafés, a lively night market and ancient stone temples over 900 years old — perfect for couples, families and backpackers alike.

🛕Angkor Wat🌅Sunrise views🍜Authentic Khmer food🛍️Night market🌳Jungle temples
2ranked guides
18hotels reviewed
11See & Eat
🤝 Curated by the TopOfHotel team · scores from real guest reviews · live price comparison across 3 sites · no hidden adsHow we review →

Why stay in Siem Reap

🛕

Angkor Wat, a wonder

The largest religious monument in the world and the symbol on Cambodia's flag — watching the sunrise over its towers is unforgettable.

🌳

Ta Prohm, the temple in tree roots

A temple where silk-cotton tree roots embrace the stone walls — a Tomb Raider filming location with a mysterious, captivating atmosphere.

😊

Bayon, the smiling faces

The Bayon temple at the centre of Angkor Thom, adorned with more than 200 serenely smiling stone faces — beautiful beyond description.

🎭

Living Khmer culture

Watch an apsara dance, browse the night market, and explore Pub Street, lively day and night.

Ranked reviews — find your ideal stay in Siem Reap

Start with where to stay (the heart of the trip), then explore food and sights

Local dishes to try in Siem Reap

  1. 1🍛

    Amok

    A spiced coconut curry steamed in banana leaf with fish or chicken — Cambodia's national dish, a must-try.

    📍 Citywide
  2. 2🥩

    Lok lak

    Stir-fried beef in a Kampot-pepper sauce, served with rice and a lime-and-pepper dip — fragrant and well-rounded.

    📍 Citywide
  3. 3🍜

    Num banh chok

    Khmer rice noodles topped with a fish curry gravy — bold in flavour, a popular local breakfast.

    📍 Morning markets
  4. 4🦗

    Fried insects

    A snack for the adventurous — crispy fried water bugs, crickets and scorpions, found at the night market.

    📍 Night market
  5. 5

    Coffee and stylish cafés

    Kandal Village is full of great-vibe cafés serving Cambodian coffee and homemade sweets.

    📍 Kandal Village
  1. 1🛕

    Angkor Wat

    The largest sandstone temple in the world, built under King Suryavarman II — the most popular spot to watch the sunrise.

    📍 Angkor Park
  2. 2😊

    Angkor Thom & Bayon

    An ancient walled capital, at the centre of which is the Bayon temple with its famous smiling stone faces.

    📍 Angkor Park
  3. 3🌳

    Ta Prohm

    A temple left to be embraced by giant tree roots, feeling like deep jungle — a Tomb Raider filming location.

    📍 Angkor Park
  4. 4💗

    Banteay Srei

    A pink sandstone temple carved as finely as jewellery, known as the 'jewel of Khmer art'.

    📍 Out of town
  5. 5🏞️

    Tonle Sap Lake

    The largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia — see floating villages and riverside life.

    📍 Out of town
  6. 6🛍️

    Pub Street & Night Market

    The town's entertainment heart, full of restaurants, bars and a souvenir market that buzzes after dark.

    📍 City centre

Things to do in Siem Reap

Day tours, attraction tickets and travel essentials for Siem Reap — book ahead on Klook with mobile e-tickets.

Affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

★ TEAM'S TOP PICKS

3 Siem Reap hotels our team picked for you

Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison

Primefold Hotel★ 9.6Value

Primefold Hotel

📍 Siem Reap⭐⭐⭐

#2 highest-rated · 9.6/10

From~$43/night
read the full review →
Central Suite Residence★ 9.4Value

Central Suite Residence

📍 Siem Reap⭐⭐⭐

#4 residence-style stay · garden pool near the Old Market

From~$49/night
read the full review →
Jaya House River Park★ 9.3Luxury

Jaya House River Park

📍 Siem Reap⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#6 Eco-luxury boutique · highest score 9.3 on the list

From~$194/night
read the full review →
🏨 ALL PICKS

โรงแรมแนะนำทั้งหมดในSiem Reap

ครบทุกระดับงบ — คัดจากคะแนนรีวิวจริง พร้อมเทียบราคา 3 เว็บ

#4

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Siem Reap

#1 Iconic stay · 5-star colonial heritage by the Royal Gardens

~$357/night
#5

Uncle Sam Villa

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Siem Reap

#8 Best value · private garden

~$23/night
#6

Shinta Mani Angkor

★ 9.1⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Siem Reap

#3 Boutique · Award-winning design, social enterprise

~$214/night
#7

FCC Angkor by Avani

★ 9.1⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Siem Reap

#3 city-centre boutique · riverside

~$100/night
#8

Park Hyatt Siem Reap

★ 9.0⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Siem Reap

#2 modern 5-star · best location in town

~$254/night
#9

Model Residence & Spa

★ 8.9⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Siem Reap

#1 for atmosphere · two pools · full spa

~$51/night
#10

Babel Siem Reap Guesthouse

★ 8.8⭐⭐Value📍 Siem Reap

#9 guesthouse with a good restaurant · budget price

~$23/night

🚆 Getting around Siem Reap

🛺

Tuk-tuk

The town's main transport — hire one for a full day to tour the inner temples; easy to call via the PassApp or Grab app.

🚲

Bicycle

The town is small and fairly flat, so rent a bike to easily explore the cafés and markets.

✈️

Siem Reap–Angkor airport

The new international airport (SAI) is about 40km from town, with shuttles and taxis available.

🚐

Minivans and buses

Connect to Phnom Penh (~6 hrs) and the Thai border at Poipet, with several private operators.

Where to go next near Siem Reap

Frequently asked — where to stay in Siem Reap

How many days should I spend in Siem Reap?+

At least 2–3 days is recommended, to cover the inner temples, outer temples like Banteay Srei, and Tonle Sap Lake without rushing.

How much is the Angkor entry pass?+

An Angkor Pass costs about US$37 for 1 day, US$62 for 3 days and US$72 for 7 days, available at the official ticket centre.

When's the best time to visit Siem Reap?+

November to February brings cool, pleasant weather and little rain — the best time for walking around the temples.

Ready to book your Siem Reap stay?

Start with the 3 hotels our team picked, or search all 3 sites — always compare before booking