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California 2 Hotel

TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Based on 23 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3 based on 19 reviews Rooms
    • 3.5 based on 19 reviews Service
    • 3.5 based on 19 reviews Value
    • 3.5 based on 19 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 5 reviews Dining
  • Recommended For:
    • 50% based on 22 reviews Young singles
    • 30% based on 22 reviews Older travelers
    • 20% based on 22 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 20% based on 22 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 10% based on 22 reviews Active/adventure travelers

Reviews of California 2 Hotel

( 1-10 of 23 )
Jul 17, 2008
0/5 found this review helpful

One look at the boozehounds littering the lobby bar will tell you everything you need to know about this place. An unwashed crew of drunken ex-pats (they have been drummed out of every other country in SE Asia and end up here) can be found at all hours out front of the place. The owner is meddlesome and the staff... more

Management response from
JimCA2, owner

Our hotel was closed May 5th due to the sale of the property. We still are looking for a new location and are keeping current information on our website. We strongly recommend that readers of this site are aware of this fact and be their own judge of any reports regarding stays after May 5th 2008. Regards, Jim CA2

Mar 25, 2008
1/4 found this review helpful

I really, really wanted to like this place. I had only heard and read great reviews. But as a young woman traveling alone, I did not feel comfortable here. The staff was very nice and the hotel has a great location. However... the group of older, lecherous men permanently parked in the hotel lobby gave me the creeps...definitely gave the... more

4 of 5 stars
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Mar 19, 2008
3/4 found this review helpful

Situated right on the river-front, with really friendly staff. The decor in the room was basic but it was a spacious, clean and ensuite and adequate for our 3 night stay. I don't think you could expect more for the price which also included a good breakfast. more

4 of 5 stars
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Mar 14, 2008
4/6 found this review helpful

We are two single females (late 20s) from canada. We got there late and sat with Jim, the owner, and had a couple of beers with him before heading to bed. He was excellent at giving recommendations for what to see and how to see them. We had booked three night there but he told us honestly that Phnom Pehn... more

Jan 28, 2008
4/5 found this review helpful

This guesthouse has a great river location - you can walk to all the restaurants and bar along the riverfront (although don't expect fantastic nightlife - Siem Reap is much better for late-night bars and fun), and also to the Royal Palace and National Museum. We only stayed 1 and a half days (2 nights) so packed in as much... more

2 of 5 stars
Port Seton, Scotland
Jan 23, 2008
5/9 found this review helpful

I Stayed at the hotel in early January 2008.The hotel is run by an American named Jim who is a gentleman and a wealth of information on Cambodia.The hotel is located in the centre of the riverfront,a perfect location.That said the hotel rooms are very old and need serious upgrading.I stayed in the river view room,top floor,and the room was... more

Dec 19, 2007
7/10 found this review helpful

I came by last August. It's right on the river in the middle of all the action. They have their own driver waiting to take you anywhere you want to go. California 2 made me feel very safe and comfortable at a time when I needed just that. First of all, their staff are so friendly you won't want to... more

Nov 21, 2007
6/13 found this review helpful

This guesthouse is unpretentious and doesnt pretend to be anything its not! Its close to the action, it has good grub and the staff are friendly, helpful and informative. The girls that work there are NOT "working girls". The people that say this havent stayed there. The thing that makes this place great, and keeps so many of its guests... more

5 of 5 stars
Brussels
Nov 10, 2007
8/17 found this review helpful

Stayed there for one night in early July 2007. River view room was clean and functionally equipped. Excellent pricing of minibar items at $0.75/item ;-) The hotel is directly at the river, my room on the 3rd floor gave a nice view from inside and the little balcony in front. Staff is very nice and fun, the owner has lots... more

Nov 6, 2007
7/18 found this review helpful

What a Great little find. My daughter and I stayed at this hotel for our 10 day stay in Cambodia. The owner Jim, Manager Steve and all the staff were just fantastic.This place was clean and had a very friendly atmosphere about it . The food was great and the drinks cheap and cold. Myself and my daughter woud not... more

Reviews of California 2 Hotel

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317, Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh, Cambodia