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Riverside Backpackers

2.0 star property
Riverwalk hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Large Balcony Room | Free WiFi
Game room
Interior entrance
Interior detail
Dining

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

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#17 St. 144, Riverside, Phnom Penh
  • Place, Riverside
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Palace
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Techo Intl. Airport (KTI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Single Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Attached bathroom | Free WiFi

Single Attached bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double AC, private bathroom | Free WiFi

Double AC, private bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Large Twin. AC | Free WiFi

Large Twin. AC

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Large Balcony Room | Free WiFi

Large Balcony Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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12 Bed Mixed Dorm, AC | Free WiFi

12 Bed Mixed Dorm, AC

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Double Room, Fan - Shared Bathroom

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Phnom Penh

Located in Daun Penh, Riverside Backpackers is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Royal Palace and Riverside. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Riverside - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Phnom Penh Night Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Palace - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • NagaWorld Casino - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Phnom Penh Railway Station - 2 min drive
  • Techo Intl. Airport (KTI) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Metro Hassakan (Metro Cafe) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Croisette - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ostro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Olala Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harry’s Bar, Phnom Penh ហារី អាហារដ្ឋាន - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Riverside Backpackers

Riverwalk hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Riverside Backpackers enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and laundry facilities. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) for USD 12.00 per vehicle. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. This hostel also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Ceiling fans are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) on request

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: USD 2 to 4.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk

More

  • 4 floors

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Breakfast fee: approximately USD 2.00 to 4.50 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 12.00 per vehicle

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Riverside Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Riverside Backpackers?

Riverside Backpackers provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Riverside Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Daun Penh within a short 9-minute walk of Royal Palace and also 13 minutes on foot from Riverside. You'll also find Phnom Penh Night Market and National Museum of Cambodia less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Riverside Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Riverside Backpackers feature a casino at the property?

No, Riverside Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Riverside Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Riverside Backpackers?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a library at this hostel.

Does Riverside Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Riverside Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Riverside Backpackers serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Riverside Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Riverside Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at Riverside Backpackers?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Riverside Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Riverside Backpackers is Techo Intl. Airport (KTI), which is 16.1 mi away (51 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Riverside Backpackers?

Yes, some rooms at Riverside Backpackers offer a furnished balcony.

Reviews

Riverside Backpackers Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
not the room i paid for dirty toilet had toilet paper in trash from other occupant no towels or amenities and came back at 2:15 and no one at the reception had to wait until 4;30 everything was padlocked in case of fire no one could have gotten out should be removed from expedia
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ignored by the staff. Musty and dirty smell in hall ways. No window in room just a curtain pretending to be a window. Toilet was missing the top. Bathroom super hot. Wouldn’t come back or recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

MEM, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Good Budget Option. Good location

I booked for 2 nights ( private room with fan / shared bathroom, ) & extended for 3rd night through Expedia - cheaper than booking directly at hostel. Room a bit stuffy but OK if you leave door open with fan on for awhile before turning in for the night. Great location - not far from bus stop, half a block to river& lovely wide river walk park, Lots of good eating options close by , walking distance to Royal Palace / Silver Pagoda, shopping , spas , market etc. Loved Phnom Penn. Light Aerobics group at sunset on river walk at end of street. Fun to watch or join in. ‘MUST Do’ tours - Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. &. Prison museum of Genocidal Crimes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

hiromi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Internet connection is not good. Often stops and have to reconnet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

TEZ, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

GENUINE STAFF!GREAT LOCATION!

THE STAFF ARE REALLY KIND AND CONSIDERATE.THEIR ENGLISH IS VERY GOOD.THE ROOMS DO THE JOB AND ARE CLEAN.THE FOOD AND DRINKS ARE REASONABLY PRICED.THE PLACE IS CLOSE TO THE POPULAR PLACES.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The worst room I've ever stayed in

We got the double room at the end of the corridor called R3. When we first got there the door had been open and it seemed alright. But there was no ventilation whatsoever in the room (no window either). With the door closed the air was stagnant and very humid and everything in there became moist. The worst part though was the very strong smell of mold. It smelled SO bad that every time we came back into the room we would gag a little bit. In the evening the shared bathroom smelled very moldy as well, but in the morning when they had clean it and sprayed with something it smelled fine. I don't know if we were unlucky with that room, maybe the others are better if they have some kind of ventilation. But we got out of there as soon as possible in the morning and moved to another hotel. I have never been in a room that smells this disgusting. When the manager is not there the staff are sleeping and not taking food orders, which they were suppose to serve all day long.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place for travel

Very convenient location, near local market (Phsar Kandal), many restaurants nearby, easy to gonotjer place.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is no window in the rooms without balcony! The room was clean and quiet.

2/10 Terrible

D, Glasgow

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small hostel, but not very helpful

Arrived at the hotel, greeted by friendly Australian owner. Once room was made up, we were given access but the room was damp with very stagnant air. You could smell the mold and the whole room, bedding, pillows etc was damp. Asked for a change of room as my partner has a chest infection, was told there was no rooms spare (despite being more available to book online) We had no choice but to check out again and pay for somewhere else. We were scheduled for 2 nights, literally only left our bags in the room for a couple of hours. Owner apologised that he couldn't be more helpful and said goodbye. Didn't get a refund on the second night (despite their 24 hour cancellation policy) Stayed across at the new hotel opposite, very comfortable, very clean and very friendly.

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Ok for backpackers. Check wifi is working first.

All was ok, except wifi wasn't working at all for the night we stayed which really didn't help two backpackers that were planning on using the night to plan their next couple of days in the area.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cheap basic rooms, good for backpackers

Cheap basic rooms, good for backpackers By the river and easy distance to S21 and killing fields via tuk tuk

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service

Average hostel stay

The location was good, but the stay was just ok. Our bathroom shower and door were both broken, lots of noises at night. A/c was good, wifi was poor. The room was clean and spacious. Overall, what I guess we expected for the price.

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap and basic rooms, great for backpackers

Bed, fan, small set of shelves and a comfortable sofa in the room. Shared wc/shower and a communal bar/hangout area.

10/10 Excellent

TrinadhaRao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and clean.

Accommodation is good. Tour bookings and other things are expensive if you do from here.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location & friendly staff

The hostel is located in a great area where you can easily walk to the waterfront and explore Phnom Penh. The hostel bar & common area had a great vibe with people hanging out & watching sports. I enjoyed the cheap beer and complimentary bar nuts to munch on. We stayed in the double room downstairs which had working AC & was clean but there was a weird smell in the morning and you could hear the music from the bar until around midnight. The room is good value and perfect if you want your own space in a social hostel atmosphere.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

comfortable and friendly, everything you need.

Hamish, the owner is so helpful. Our friend got sick and Hamish helped him get to the foreigner hospital. Especially in a foreign country, it's very comforting to receive advice from a seasoned traveller of Cambodia. The staff are friendly, and funny... They love a good joke! Breakfast is also delicious and affordable. I really enjoyed my time at this hostel! Side note, there's no TV in the private rooms, but you should be out exploring anyways =)

8/10 Good

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good value

For a hostel/guesthouse in Phnom Penh, this was a great place to stay, with good value for the money, comfortable beds, and friendly helpful staff.

8/10 Good

Sabena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Phom phen stay

Nice room, good value with air con!

6/10 Okay

Bryce

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Can't complain! The place was pretty basic but as all I was looking for was a bed to sleep in, it met all my needs. The staff were friendly and the beds were reasonably comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great relaxing environment with fun and friendly staff. Our room was nice and clean. Would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Dean, Queensland, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Velkommen

Had a pleasant stay at this backpackers. Staff very friendly & able to book me a bus that picked me out at the front of the hostel. The bar area has a great atmosphere and is a great chill out spot (beer is icy cold!) place is clean with fast wi-fi .. Would stay again !!

6/10 Okay

Mélissa

Liked: Cleanliness

très bien situé mais vieillissant

hôtel très bien situé, personnel sympa mais hôtel vieillissant et humide. Literie pas très confortable. Pas cher donc correct pour le prix.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018