Mean Chey Travel Guide
Phnom Penh
Popular places to visit
Royal Palace
Befitting the home of Cambodia’s royalty, the glittering golden roofline of this palace dominates Phnom Penh’s skyline.
Riverside
Riverside is just one of the places to see in Phnom Penh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Central Market
Whether you’re looking for fresh food or a new watch, you can buy just about anything imaginable within the walls of Phnom Penh’s famous cross-shaped market.
Phnom Penh Night Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Phnom Penh Night Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
This former prison outside Phnom Penh brings to light the brutality of Pol Pot’s Khmer Rouge and honors the 17,000 people who lost their lives here.
Tuol Tom Pong Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can do some window-shopping at Tuol Tom Pong Market. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Mean Chey
The Bridge Club
Reasonable rate with breakfast included so that was a bonus. Not the cleanest condition though and when we asked for towels and toilet paper they only brought two towels for the 4 of us… and no toilet paper so we had to buy our own.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
I stayed here for 7 nights while visiting Phnom Penh. During the week I went to Siem Reap for two nights but kept my room at The Plantation as the free nights offer I'd booked made this viable. The hotel consists of a number of 1960s/70s New Khmer-style buildings built around a beautifully restored ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
One of the best hotels staffing crews I have met. I think this will be my go to hotel every time I come to Cambodia.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Phnom Penh Pool Hotel 24 USD M Residence
Property in good location, apartment was a little tired, didn’t quite live up to the photos online, swimming pool was the highlight, never been to a pool like it. Front desk staff could have been a little more helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025
Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
Great friendly staffs, very clean
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Palace Gate Hotel & Resort by EHM
Great everything was awesome
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mean Chey
Dangkao
If you're spending some time in Dangkao, Phnom Penh Memorial Stupa and Synny Water Park are top sights worth seeing.
Chamkar Mon
Casinos, cocktail bars and spas are some highlights of Chamkar Mon. Make a stop by Independence Monument or AEON Mall while you're exploring.
Boeung Keng Kang
Travellers come to Boeung Keng Kang for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Independence Monument and Preah Sihanouk Garden while you're in town.
Sangkat Tonle Bassac
While visiting Sangkat Tonle Bassac, you might make a stop by sights like AEON Mall and NagaWorld Casino.
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
