M8143OSstephent
Google
If you are European, I strongly advise against staying in Sihanoukville. The town has been completely transformed by Chinese investment, with high-rise casino hotels and Chinese restaurants replacing its original character.||Sokha hotel, once a peaceful retreat, is now surrounded by towering skyscrapers, and construction noise was a constant issue during our stay. Given the prime location, it seems only a matter of time before this hotel is also redeveloped.||That being said, the staff at Sokha were truly wonderful. Every member of the team was warm, welcoming, and went out of their way to provide the best service possible. They remained professional and attentive despite the challenges they face, which made our stay much more pleasant.||Breakfast, however, was disappointing. While there were plenty of chefs ready to cook fresh meals, the execution was lacking. My eggs were never quite right, and the omelette just didn’t taste as it should. Although the variety of food was reasonable, the overall quality was underwhelming. Additionally, having to pay extra for a simple latte seemed unnecessary for a hotel of this standard.||The hotel itself feels outdated, and it’s clear that investment in renovations is not a priority. More concerningly, I saw rats in both the children’s play area and the restaurant/bar area every day. Despite reporting this multiple times, no action was taken. While the open-air layout may make pest control challenging, I would have expected at least some effort to address the issue.||Overall, Sokha Hotel is doing its best in an increasingly difficult environment. If you want to avoid staying in a casino hotel, this may be one of your only options in Sihanoukville. However, unless you have no other choice, I would recommend staying away from Sihanoukville.