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California 2

79 Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh n/a, Cambodia
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California 2
Ranked #16 of 182 hotels in Phnom Penh
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Singapore
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Stayed here for the second time in late April 2013 for a week. As expected, because of the first stay, the room was clean and fine, the staff and owner were friendly and helpful and the food, which I ate every night, was great. I lost my passport on this trip and everyone, even the tuk-tuk driver came to my... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The interestingly-named Hotel California 2 (Eagles anyone?) has a good location along Sisowath Quay (near to KFC) and is often fully-booked. I stayed 2 nights here and enjoyed it immensely. The staff are friendly and actually took the effort to show us the room and how everything worked. Jim the owner is great as well although he isn't always around.... More

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Los Angeles, California
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22 reviews 22 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

There is a reason this place is almost always booked up, its the friendliness and value of the place. The staff is great and love to joke around. The owner Jim is nice and will answer all your questions about Cambodia and Phnom Penh, he has been living there some time so he knows all the ins and outs and... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Stayed here for 4 nights. Very nice rooms and comfortable beds. The decor was very upscale and the downstairs bar area was very friendly and inviting. Very pleasant place to sit and have a few drinks while talking with the lovely staff and meeting other travelers. The bar/ restaurant area downstairs was very friendly and inviting and the staff were... More

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Shanghai, China
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

we very hawppy with the quality of rooms and staffs there , all the room amenaties and equipments exceelent . the decorations very nice and relax . the staffs there so polite and helpful .you can get tuk-tuks easily there and cheap , the location was nice and fun . highly reccommended .

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Wanaka, New Zealand
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8 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

We were upgraded to the larger room for no extra charge. Very clean and cool with aircon and fan. No windows or natural light in room. Very well situated close to the night market and the river. The breakfast of toast and eggs was adequate. We found the bar too smokey to be in for long but there are plenty... More

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New York City, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

I chose this guesthouse because it is centrally located on the riverfront, walking distance to Wat Phnom and the Central market. ***I walked from the Mekong Bus Terminal, thinking it was a few blocks away but the terminal has moved farther down on Sisowath Quay. Better get a tuk-tuk!*** The room was tiny but clean and most importantly, the AC... More

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Providence, Rhode Island
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70 reviews 70 reviews
31 hotel reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

This is a great Guesthouse on Sisowath Quay close to Wat Phnom, Central Market and nightlife. Jim and his staff offers friendly service with a smile and they make you feel right at home. The room I had is starting to show some wear and tear but it is clean. My room didn't have a window but as I spent... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Perfect combination of bar, restaurant, and mini hotel. Room was totally comfortable and quiet. Room service from the bar downstairs was great. Friendly staff. Very cool owner who shared some travel tips on Cambodia. Highly recommended. Reserve in advance, gets full.

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Angeles City, Philippines
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Don't understand why they do not charge more. Clean comfortable rooms in a great location on the riverfront and right next to the Central Bus Station. The staff is wonderful, great attitude and service. The food served at the restaurant is excellent. WIFI is free, fast, and always on. Nothing negative to report.

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Very friendly(10)
  • Flat screen TV(7)
  • Mekong Express bus(4)
  • Great Place(4)
  • Clean and comfortable(4)
  • HOT WATER(3)
  • Bar downstairs(3)
  • Great location(3)
  • Tuk Tuk(3)
  • Pool table(3)

Additional Information about California 2

Address: 79 Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh n/a, Cambodia
Region: Cambodia > Phnom Penh
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
#1 Best Value Hotels in Phnom Penh
#14 Business Hotels in Phnom Penh
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in the Wat Phnom Area, on the riverfront, California 2 has easy access to the Port and is 3 doors away from the Mekong Express bus terminal. Plenty of country information as well. ... more   less 
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