Located in Southeast Asia, The Kingdom of Cambodia borders Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. It also borders the Gulf of Thailand, with a coastline spanning 443km. The country is comprised of 24 provinces, as well as one municipality – its capital city, Phnom Penh. Although Cambodia is a mostly rural country, Phnom Penh is a major urban area with over 2.2 million residents.
Tourism and garment exports are both major contributors to Cambodia’s fast-growing economy, alongside its manufacturing and construction sectors. In 2021, the country’s real GDP had a growth rate of 3.03% and totalled over $72 billion. It’s main export partners include the United States, Singapore, Thailand, Germany, Japan, China, Canada, and the UK.
The largest city in Cambodia, Phnom Penh is a bustling economic and cultural hub; it’s home to the Royal Palace and National Museum, as well as Sisowath Quay – a riverfront strip featuring eateries, cafés, and shops. The second-largest city in Cambodia, Siem Reap, is the religious heart of the country with Angkor Wat, the largest religious structure in the world, being located in the city.
As the city’s economy continues to grow, business travellers to the region increasingly choose to stay in Cambodia serviced apartments during their trip. Providing a premium base to call home, corporate apartments in Cambodia offer unparalleled space, convenience, and comfort compared to their hotel counterparts. As standard, serviced apartments in Cambodia have fully fitted kitchens, separate and spacious areas for resting, cooking, and lounging, and also benefit from housekeeping services.
On average, serviced apartments are 30% larger and cost around 25% less than their hotel equivalents. With utilities and facilities – like Wi-Fi and housekeeping – all incorporated into the nightly rate, they are a cost-effective alternative to traditional hotel accommodation or short-term lets; read this blog to discover more benefits of choosing serviced apartments over hotels. Contact our friendly team today to place an enquiry with us or fill out this online enquiry form and a member of our team will promptly get in touch.
Key Facts about Cambodia
Capital: Phnom Penh
Population: 16.9 million
Currency: US Dollar, Cambodian Riel
Language: Khmer
Dominant Religion: Buddhist
Time Zone: (GMT +7)
Main Exports: Clothing, Precious Metal Scraps, Gold, Leather Footwear
Internet Domain: .kh
International Dial Code: +855