Just like many other places in East Asia, Cambodia existed for some time under French colonial rule, which changed many facets of the country’s infrastructure. People still debate over whether the continuing effects of this period were overly beneficial, but the boom in national railways has undoubtedly made a huge improvement to Khmer quality of life. After the terrible damage done to rural settlements during the Khmer Rouge regime, improvised bamboo trains, colloquially known as “norries”, were essential in the period of reconstruction. This city tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as a ride on a norry.
The historical building known as the Salaket has been used for many government functions, and is a popular spot for photographers visiting the Battambang region. The Salaket stands out as a particularly beautiful work of architecture, having been designed by the nationally famous Van Bolivian. As you stop to take pictures or simply marvel, your tour guide will tell you about the building’s rich history.
The “Old Stone Bridge” earned it name during the French colonial period, being the first stone river-crossing in Battambang. Since then, it has become part of a network of many different trade routes, and a commonly used meeting point for many of the local residents. This is seen by many as one of the more positive souvenirs left behind by French expansion, as it helped along the quality of Khmer medicine and trade.
On a roundabout just to the east of Battambang town, you’ll see a towering, black-skinned figure adorned with gold, kneeling on the grass and staring ahead with wide, fearsome eyes. This is the statue of Dambong Kronoung, a figure in a famous Cambodian folk tale, from which the name of Battambang is derived. As you pass by this imposing sculpture, your guide will tell you the story off by heart, and explain how it has featured in other Khmer art and customs.
Our next stop will bring us to the bamboo train, which we will board as a group. This will make for a truly unique experience, and will take you through a gallery of striking natural beauty, and many further points of historical or cultural interest, which your tour guide will point out. As you travel, your tour guide will teach you about the intriguing history of the railway, and the many different groups and professions which depend on it in their day to day lives.
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Presenting a blend of Khmer and modern design, Vimean Sovannaphoum Resort offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the entire property and complimentary parking is provided.
The resort is within a 10-minute walk to Natt Market and Beung Chhouk Market. The nearest bus station is 300 m away, while Sampov Mountain is approximately an hour’s drive from the property.
Featuring a balcony with pool/garden views, air-conditioned rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, a flat-screen cable TV and seating area. Tea/coffee making facilities and minibar are also provided. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer, bathtub, hot/cold shower and free toiletries.
Vimean Sovannaphoum Resort provides luggage storage, laundry and car rental services. Guests can indulge in a pampering massage at the spa, or approach the tour desk for sightseeing and travel arrangements.
The in-house Vimean restaurant serves delectable Khmer, Thai and Western cuisine between 06:00 to 23:00 daily. Meals can also be served in private with room service.
This property is also rated for the best value in Battambang! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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Vimean Sovannaphoum Resort has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 12 Apr 2013.
Hotel Rooms: 20
Street 203 , Romcheak 5, Sangkat Ratanak, Battambang, 855 Battambang, Cambodia
Centrally located in Battambang Town, Phka Villa Hotel Battambang offers an outdoor pool and a barber/beauty salon. Rooms feature a private balcony with views of the garden and free Wi-Fi.
This family-owned resort is an hour’s drive from Sisophon City and a 4-hour drive from Phnom Penh City, where temples and cultural sites reside. A 10-minute walk leads to Battambang Museum and the shops at Psar Nat.
Rooms at Phka Villa feature traditional Khmer furnishing. Equipped with air conditioning and a fan, rooms also come with a minibar and tea/coffee maker. A satellite TV and an attached bathroom are included.
Local dishes are served at Phka Villa Hotel Battambang's restaurant, which opens for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Alternatively, there is a cocktail bar and room service is available.
The hotel offers free parking. Massage services and transport rentals are provided. Guests can also make use of laundry or dry cleaning services.
The tour desk provides assistance with day trips to nearby attractions. A free shuttle to the city centre is available. For convenience, the front desk opens round-the-clock.
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Phka Villa Hotel Battambang has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 26 Nov 2010.
Hotel Rooms: 10
Street 129, Battambang, Cambodia
Set in Battambang, a 6-minute walk from Borey Thmey Mall, Por chey has a terrace, as well as free WiFi. Built in 2018, the property is within just 801 m of Battambang Museum and 801 m of Riverside Nights Market. Attractions in the area include Colonial Buildings, 901 m away, or Psar Nat, located 0.7 mi from the property.
All rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms also boast mountain views.
An Asian breakfast can be served upon request at an additional charge.
The 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area.
Boeung Chhouk Market is 0.9 mi from the guest house, while Bamboo Train Battambang is 2.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Siem Reap - Angkor International, 47 mi from Por chey, and the property offers a free shuttle service.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
This property is also rated for the best value in Battambang! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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Building #611, Street 515, Chrey Kourng Village, Sangkat Slaket, Battambang, Cambodia
Khemara Battambang I Hotel is a well-appointed property located just a 10-minute drive to Nat Market and Beoung Chhuok Market. Guests can enjoy free use of the salt water swimming pool and Wi-Fi access.
This modern building is placed only a 10-minute drive from Beoung Chhuok Bus Station and the serene Sangke Lake. Picturesque views can be enjoyed at Som Pov Mountain, situated a 90-minute drive away.
Featuring a TV or flat-screen TV with cable channels, all the air-conditioned rooms at Khemara Battambang include a minibar and an en suite bathroom with hot-water showers.
Guests can enjoy refreshing workouts at the fitness centre or treat themselves a relaxing spa treatment. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk, shuttle services and car rental services.
Authentic Khmer, Asian and Western cuisines can be enjoyed at Khemara Restaurant. For alternative dining options, room service is available. Guests can also unwind with a drink at the in-house bar.
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Khemara Battambang I Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 20 Aug 2013.
Hotel Rooms: 131
Tea Cham Rath Street, Phum Chrey Kong, Sangkat Slaket (250m from Battambang Boat Pier), Battambang, Cambodia
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Designed to look like a Khmer Buddhist Temple, The Sanctuary Villa Battambang offers an outdoor pool. Fitted with free WiFi, air-conditioned villas present a mix of modern and traditional decor.
The Sanctuary Villa Battambang provides a free transfer from Battambang Bus and Boat Terminal. Via tuk-tuk, it is a 5-minute ride from the town area and a 15-minute ride from Bamboo Train Station. The property offers complimentary pickup services from the bus or train station.
Dark wood furnishings and shades of golden-yellow give villas an elegant feel. All come with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and a mini-bar. Private bathrooms have a separate bathtub and walk-in shower.
Leisurely afternoons can be spent with a traditional Khmer massage treatment. Day trips can be arranged at the tour desk. The property offers complimentary use of bicycles for guests who wish to explore the surrounding area.
The semi-outdoor Oh Yeah! Restaurant serves a selection of Khmer, Thai and international dishes. In-room dining is also possible with room service.
This property is also rated for the best value in Battambang! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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185 Pom Romchek 5, Kom Rattanak, Battambang, Cambodia
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Located in Battambang, a 5-minute walk from Colonial Buildings, La Villa features an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. The property is close to several noted attractions, around 549 m from Battambang Museum and around a 9-minute walk from Riverside Nights Market. Free WiFi is available and Psar Nat is 1 km away.
At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Each room is equipped with an electric tea pot, while some rooms have a terrace and others also feature pool views. At La Villa, rooms have a seating area.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. At La Villa you'll find a restaurant serving Cambodian and French cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested.
Bike rental and car rental are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Borey Thmey Mall, Boeung Chhouk Market and Wat Po Veal.
This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Battambang! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.
Solo travelers in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a one-person stay.
This property is also rated for the best value in Battambang! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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Guest Name: Miss. MARIN MARUNAKA
Country: Japan
City: TOKYO
N.of Person: 2 pax
Travel date: 2025-08-19
Booked: Phnom Penh Small-Group Secrets Tour
Tour Style: Day Trip Tours
Duration: Full Day
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