Himawari Hotel Apartments is a serviced-apartment hotel in central Phnom Penh, a style of accommodation that gives you more room than a standard hotel bedroom and often includes extras such as a kitchenette or a separate living area. That makes it a good fit for travellers staying several nights, families who need space and anyone who likes to spread out after a long day of sightseeing. The property sits within easy reach of the riverfront and the main sights of the capital, so you can keep the palace, the National Museum and the markets close at hand while having a home-like base to return to. Apartment-style hotels also tend to be quiet and relaxed, with a calmer atmosphere than the large landmark hotels.
Location and getting around
The apartments are in the central part of the city, within a short tuk-tuk ride of the riverfront promenade, the Royal Palace, Wat Phnom and the Central Market. Ask the hotel for current directions when you book, and confirm how far it is from the places you most want to see. Tuk-tuks are easy to find nearby, and the front desk can help with fares and tours.
Rooms and facilities
Serviced apartments typically offer more space, a work area and sometimes cooking facilities, but layouts differ, so check the room type you are choosing. Confirm whether there is a pool, a gym, laundry service and daily housekeeping, which are valuable on a longer stay. Families may like having separate sleeping and living areas, and business travellers may like the quiet.
Who it suits
Families, small groups, longer-stay visitors and travellers who prefer an independent, low-key base to a resort. If you want a landmark colonial experience, a full-service spa or a big swimming pool, other hotels in this guide may be a better match. Those who enjoy cooking local market ingredients, or who simply like being able to make a pot of tea at midnight, will appreciate the flexibility.
Good to know
The city is hot all year, so air conditioning is essential and is standard in most rooms of this type. The cool season from November to February is the busiest, so book early. Check the check-in and check-out times, the cancellation rules, any deposits and whether breakfast is included. Bring a plug adapter if you need one, and ask the front desk about laundry, which can be convenient after the dusty day trips.
A few practical tips
If you plan a long stay, ask about weekly housekeeping arrangements and laundry turnaround, and check the cooking equipment in the room if you intend to prepare simple meals. Markets nearby sell fresh fruit, bread and coffee, which suits an apartment stay perfectly.
Why stay here
- ✓Apartment-style rooms
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Work area
- ✓Laundry service
- ✓Front desk assistance
- ✓Tour and tuk-tuk help
- ✓Central location
- ✓Luggage storage
Good questions
What is a serviced-apartment hotel?+
It is a hotel whose rooms are laid out like small apartments, often with extra space and sometimes cooking facilities, which suits longer stays and families.
Is Himawari close to the main sights?+
It is in the central part of the city, a short tuk-tuk ride from the riverfront, the Royal Palace, Wat Phnom and the markets.
Is it suitable for longer stays?+
Yes. Apartment-style rooms are designed for it. Confirm laundry and housekeeping arrangements when you book.
