Hotels in Kratie

The scene here is firmly in the realm of backpackerdom, so both food and accommodations are cheap and cheerful. There are quite a number of guesthouses, all of which also serve food. The British-run Star Guesthouse (west side of the market; tel. 072/971-663; $4 single, $5 double) is the most established place in town and the management is very knowledgeable about things to do and onward travel arrangements. The Balcony Guesthouse (Rue Sumamarit on the riverfront, 350m/1,148 ft. north of the bus stop; tel. 016/604-036; $4 double shared bathroom, $6 double attached bathroom) is a new addition to the Kratie guesthouse scene and is jointly Australian and Khmer managed. It has large, light, clean rooms with good-quality furnishings. There is a relaxing restaurant/bar on the balcony overlooking the Mekong, and a communal area with a large collection of DVDs. The Heng Heng Hotel (Rue Sumamarit; tel. 072/971-405; $12 double, $5 single) offers nice riverfront rooms, and the restaurant is a good dining option. The Oudom Sambath Hotel (Rue Sumamarit; tel. 072/971-502; $15 double, $8 single) is by Kratie standards veering toward opulence. The Santepheap Hotel (Rue Sumamarit; tel. 072/971-537; $15 double, $8 single) is another more mildly upmarket option with TV. The You Hong Guesthouse (north of the market; tel. 012/957-003; $3 double) is a popular budget option. They have Internet (on standard computers) and the management is experienced in dealing with most questions you might need answered.