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(19 reviews)Villas with a 9.3/10 guest rating in Balaing Koeut Village, Kampong Thom. Rooms start at $116 per night.
~€106
Central, Cambodia
Kampong Thom, about 147 km north of Phnom Penh on National Highway 6, is home to roughly 50,000 residents. The town is a gateway to the pre-Angkorian Sambor Prei Kuk temple complex and provides basic ...
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From Phnom Penh, the main options to reach Kampong Thom are by bus or private taxi. Buses depart from the Mo Chit Bus Station in Phnom Penh. Prices range from $6 to $8 USD one way, and the journey takes about 3.5 to 4 hours. Companies operating this route include Capitol Tours and Sorya Bus. Private taxis or car hires cost around $50 to $70 USD and take approximately 3 hours depending on traffic.
Within Kampong Thom town, tuk-tuks are the primary mode of local transport. A typical short ride costs about $1 to $2 USD. Motorbike rentals are available with daily rates around $7 to $10 USD. Renting a motorbike is practical for visiting nearby sites such as Sambor Prei Kuk, which is about a 45-minute ride from town.
Sambor Prei Kuk is the main attraction, a temple complex from the Chenla period (7th century) with several well-preserved brick temples set in a forested area. Entry fee is $5 USD. Wat Kampong Thom is a local Buddhist temple worth a brief visit to see traditional architecture. The Mekong River waterfront provides a place for a quiet walk or to watch fishing boats. There is also the Kampong Thom Provincial Museum, which has some artifacts and local history exhibits; entry is usually free or very low cost.
Local food in Kampong Thom includes Khmer staples such as rice, freshwater fish, and grilled meats. The town's market area along the main road has street food stalls where meals cost between $1 and $3 USD. Popular dishes include fish amok (steamed fish curry) and noodle soups. Small cafes and eateries serve coffee and local fruit juices. There are no high-end restaurants, but simple meals are affordable and filling.
Accommodation options are basic but sufficient for most travelers. Budget guesthouses charge around $8 to $15 USD per night for a fan room. Mid-range hotels with air conditioning and private bathrooms are available for $20 to $35 USD per night. Some of the more comfortable options include Kampong Thom Hotel and Prei Kuk Guesthouse. Booking in advance is not always necessary except during the peak season (November to February).
Villas with a 9.3/10 guest rating in Balaing Koeut Village, Kampong Thom. Rooms start at $116 per night.
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4-star hotel on National Road N.6 in Kampong Thom with high guest ratings for staff, location, and cleanliness. Rooms start at $71 per night.
4-star hotel on National Road 6 Corner St. 1 in Kampong Thom. Known for friendly staff and cleanliness, with guest rating of 8.3/10.
3-star hotel on National Highway 6 in Kampong Thom with a guest rating of 8.2. Known for cleanliness and friendly staff.
3-star villas on Democrat Street in Kampong Thom with garden-view balconies and well-rated staff.
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Browse all tours & activities →Within Kampong Thom town, tuk-tuks are the primary mode of local transport. A typical short ride costs about $1 to $2 USD. Motorbike rentals are available with daily rates around $7 to $10 USD. Renting a motorbike is practical for visiting nearby sites such as Sambor Prei Kuk, which is about a 45-mi...