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Siem Reapis 18% cheaper β BDI "Good Deal" (71/10) vs Bangkok "Fair" (40/10). Dorms avg $β16/night vs $β6/night.
Quick Verdict
Best Forβ¦
Traveler type
πΉπ Bangkok
π°π Siem Reap
Solo budget traveler
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15 hostels, avg 9.7 rating
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15 hostels, avg 9.2 rating
Couple on a budget
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Private rooms avg $67/night
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Private rooms avg $19/night
Digital nomad
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Coffee $2.91, dorms avg $16
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Coffee $1.67, dorms avg $7
Nightlife seeker
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Beer $3.22, 15 hostels
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Beer $1.00, 15 hostels
First-time Europer
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26 attractions
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27 attractions
Cost Comparison
Daily Budget
| Tier | πΉπ Bangkok | π°π Siem Reap | You Save / day |
|---|---|---|---|
brokepackr Dorm bed Β· street food Β· free activities | $β18 | $β15 cheaper | $3/day |
backpackr Mix of dorm & private Β· restaurants | $39 | $30 cheaper | $10/day |
flashpackr Private rooms Β· dining out Β· some tours | $75 | $60 cheaper | $16/day |
Price Intelligence
Seasonal Price Curve
Everyday Costs
Cost of Living
| Item | πΉπ Bangkok | π°π Siem Reap |
|---|---|---|
| π₯Street food meal Local market, street stall | $β3.22 | $β2.50 22% less |
| π½οΈMid-range meal Sit-down restaurant, one person | $β16.08 | $β11.50 28% less |
| πΊBeer (local draft) 500ml at a bar | $β3.22 | $β1 69% less |
| βCoffee Espresso or flat white | $β2.91 | $β1.67 43% less |
| πSingle metro / bus Standard single ticket | $β1.29 | $β1 22% less |
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Our Verdict + Hostel Quality
πΉπβΌ
Bangkok
Thailand
40
BDI: Fair
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Higher dorm prices (avg $16/night). Strong hostel scene (15 hostels). Plenty to see (26 attractions).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelNomad Yard Hostel (10.0)
Annual dorm avg$β16/night
Total hostels15
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Siem Reap
Cambodia
71
BDI: Good Deal
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Moderate dorm prices (avg $6/night). Strong hostel scene (15 hostels). Plenty to see (44 attractions).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelOnederz Hostel Siem Reap (9.8)
Annual dorm avg$β6/night
Total hostels15
Entry Requirements
Visa & Entry
Passport
πΉπ Bangkok
π°π Siem Reap
πͺπΊ EU / EEA
Visa Free (60d)
Visa Free (30d)
πΊπΈ US
Visa Free (60d)
Visa Free (30d)
π¬π§ UK
Visa Free (60d)
Visa Free (30d)
π¦πΊ Australia
Visa Free (60d)
Visa Free (30d)
π¨π¦ Canada
Visa Free (60d)
Visa Free (30d)
Flights
Getting There
City to City
Getting Between Bangkok & Siem Reap
Climate
Weather & Best Time to Visit
Β°C Β· mm
πΉπ Bangkok
35Β°C
High
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28Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 69mm/month
Best months: Jan, Nov, Dec
π°π Siem Reap
35Β°C
High
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27Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 94mm/month
Best months: Jan, Nov, Dec
Things To Do
Top Attractions
πΉπ Bangkok
1. King Rama V (Chulalongkorn) Statue
2. King Taksin Monument
3. Mae Toranee Statue
4. Memorial of Expeditionary Force
5. Museum of Natural History
π°π Siem Reap
1. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
2. Angkor Wat Putt Miniature Golf
3. Kro Bey Wet Market
4. Krobey Real Market
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