PAVILIONvsCapitol Guesthouse
The Pavilion and Capitol Guesthouse are both recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Pavilion is preferred by most reviewers compared to Capitol Guesthouse. The Pavilion is ranked #2 in Phnom Penh with accolades from 8 publications like Rough Guide, Frommer's and Insight Guides.
PAVILION
227, Street 19, Khan Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $49/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The Pavilion -- hidden behind big heavy wooden doors and long white walls -- is an absolute oasis in this city of honking, jostling tuk-tuks, and motorcycles." Full review
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This is a very popular boutique hotel, so make sure to book ahead and get confirmation of it in writing or by e-mail.
Insight Guides
"Located just below the southwest corner of the Royal Palace, The Pavilion is a boutique hotel set in a spacious French villa with elements of fine Khmer and Chinese decor."
Fodor's
"A discreet green oasis in the heart of bustling Phnom Penh, the Pavillion is in a lovingly restored building of the raging 1920s, with a swimming pool and spa." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The architecture is an original combination of Khmer and French styles and some rooms have private pools or Jacuzzis, while others have balconies overlooking a shady garden."
Rough Guide
"Boutique guesthouse in two impeccably converted colonial mansions. Rooms (all a/c) are beautifully presented but vary."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Housed in an elegant French villa, this immensely popular and atmospheric place helped popularise the Phnom Penh poolside boutique hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Pavilion, converted from four historic villas, is one of those hotels you walk into and instantly relax." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Pavilion is a small adults-only boutique hotel located in the historic center of Phnom Penh near Wat Botum." Full review
Capitol Guesthouse
14, Street 182, Phnom Penh 12258, Cambodia
From $0/night
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Ironing service
Frommer's
"The Capitol is a Phnom Penh institution as a guesthouse, restaurant, and travel agent...There are absolutely no frills at the Capitol but it remains a solid value." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The original guesthouse in town has several annexes with bargain-basement rooms and a bustling cafe with travel info. The cheapest rooms lack windows." Full review