As Kratie has developed rather nicely to meet the demands of backpackers it receives, there are several guesthouses to recommend.
.:. Star Guesthouse .:.
The Star Guesthouse, 072-971663, has been elevated by tourist and guidebook alike to the status of best in town, and in many ways it really is. It often gets the lion's share of backpacker's during the busy parts of the year. The rooms are of good quality, and the staff speak relatively excellent English, and are more than prepared to offer a plethora of local travel tips for you. $2-3, $4-5 (Single-double, larger rooms)
.:. Heng Heng Hotel .:.
Heng Heng Hotel, 072-971405, Rue Sumamarit, now offers riverfront rooms of very good quality, if significantly pricier than other options in town. This place has been upgrading itself significantly over the past few years, and now has hot running water. The restaurant downstairs is a good option for dinner, too. $5-12 (Single-double)
.:. Sante Pheap Hotel .:.
Santepheap Hotell, 072-971537, Rue Sumamarit, has long been considered the best hotel in town, in terms of overall quality. Comes complete with hot running water and cable channels (including CNN) for your viewing pleasure. It also features a small restaurant downstairs. $5-10 (Single-double)
Oudom Sambath Hotel, 072-971502, Rue Sumamarit, is a relative newcomer to the scene. It features some of the same quality of service offered from the other guesthouses and hotels, but one major bonus point in its favour is that the uppermost rooms offer a fantastic view of the Mekong. $5-10 (Single-double)
