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Blue Diamond Hostel

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Street 507, Krong Battambang, Cambodia

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Good 447 reviews on Google 7.8

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  • Blue Diamond Hostel
  • ហឿង រក្សា - Hoeurng Reaksa
  • Petr Špatenka

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8 Oct → 9 Oct 2026 · 1 night · 2 guests

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About Blue Diamond Hostel

Blue Diamond Hostel is a budget property on Street 507 in Krong Battambang, Cambodia, offering simple dorms and private rooms for travellers who want an affordable base to explore the city. The hostel features an outdoor pool, a chilling area, and a rooftop with a 360-degree view of Battambang, giving guests a place to relax between excursions.

Complimentary breakfast is included, and the front desk operates 24 hours a day, assisting guests with tour bookings and tuk tuk pickup from the bus station. The property is LGBTQ+ friendly and 420 friendly, suiting a range of independent travellers and backpackers.

Air conditioning is available for guests who prefer it, and the hostel's setting down a quieter road keeps it away from the busier parts of town while still being within reach of nearby restaurants and bars.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Rooftop 360-degree view
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Tuk tuk pickup from bus station
  • Pool table and bar
  • LGBTQ+ and 420 friendly

The area

The hostel is located on Street 507 in Krong Battambang, Cambodia, along a quieter back road without street lighting, which is typical for the area. It sits within reach of other bars and restaurants, though guests may find a tuk tuk or bike useful for getting around at night. The road itself has been described by guests as safe to walk.

Good to know

The front desk operates 24 hours a day and can arrange tours, bus tickets, and tuk tuk pickup from the bus station. Complimentary breakfast (toast, fruit, and tea) is included, while air conditioning is available at an additional cost per night. Late check-out can be arranged directly with the front desk.

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What travellers say on Google

3.9/5 · 447 reviews

Raven Stillwell

5 months ago

5/5

Very chill, nice and clean. Friendly and attentive staff, good food, so lovely! Great value for the price. Clean pool 10/10, cold mini fridge, comfey bed, cute dogs, the incense on the altar shrine had me feeling at home every time I returned from adventures. We were able to buy tickets for the circus and bus tickets at the front desk, with hotel pickup! The scooter we rented for a day was only $10 USD, smooth ride, in good condition, it even had a phone holder. We felt safe here, walking through neighborhood at night was alright too.

Curtis James Fountain

5 months ago

5/5

I dont understand why people moan so much! You cant pay a lower price and expect a 5 star service The hotel is good. Rooms are big and clean Aircon costs an extra $5 per night and that is reasonable Breakfast is basci, but it is ok. Toast, fruit and tea The location is down the back roads, but it is totally SAFE. Just a normal road here, but yes no lights (as is standard in Cambodia) I get frustrated by reviews from people who complain about service. The service is fine. If you are polite to them, they are polite to you. I asked for a late checkout and offered to pay and they were happy to extend my checkout till 2pm for $5 Total cost for one night, including air con, late check out and breakfast was $25. Best part is they accept pets. I was travelling with my two dogs and they were happy to accept them as the hotel already has their own dogs roaming around Overall a great hotel for the price

Max Clark

5 months ago

5/5

We absolutely loved our stay here. The staff, food and facilities were lovely. The only problem we had is that we had to pay for our AC which was more than the room itself and we had ants and bed bugs in our room, which didn’t really bother us much. We let the front desk know so I doubt this is a problem anymore as the staff were extremely accommodating. Would definitely recommend the Battambang tour which is displayed on the front desk!

Keavy Ayers

6 months ago

3/5

We enjoyed our stay here, the rooms were always clean and tidy so was the pool area, bar and restaurant, which served up some good food! Although the place isn’t a far walk from other bars and restaurants, it’s down a dark road so you may feel a tuk tuk/ bike is necessary to get around on.

hannah t

3 months ago

5/5

The staff here are amazing, so polite and helpful. The pool is great and the music creates a very relaxing atmosphere. There is also a pool table.

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Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant

Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant

4.8

Restaurants · 66 m · 1 min walk 186 reviews

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Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant

Restaurants 66 m 1 min walk 4.8/5 on Google

Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant is 66 m west of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 1 minutes on foot. It is the closest place to the hotel under “restaurants”.

The next two places under “restaurants” from Blue Diamond Hostel are Boost Coffee & Bistro (1.1 km) and Romcheik 5 Artspace & Café (1.3 km), so there is a choice within a few minutes.

A small café and restaurant on Street 507 in Battambang, set next to a gym, with an emphasis on healthy, homemade cooking. The menu runs to stir fries, sandwiches, salads and gnocchi, alongside a drinks list heavy on smoothies, protein shakes and milk teas made with fresh or oat milk. It's a compact, casual space with a peaceful feel, and a couple of resident dogs that guests mention fondly.

Reviews are consistently warm and repeat visits come up often, with several guests saying they returned more than once during their stay in Battambang. People praise the flavour and freshness of the food, calling it healthy without being dull, and single out the gnocchi, sandwiches, salads and the generously sized smoothies. The homemade peanut butter sauce gets a specific mention. Service is a recurring highlight too, with the owners and staff described as friendly and genuinely welcoming, taking time to chat with customers. No real complaints surface in the reviews, beyond the drinks menu being limited to fresh and oat milk for those wanting other options.

It's open daily except Sunday, from 8am to 6pm on weekdays and a slightly shorter 9am to 5pm on Saturday, so it suits a breakfast, lunch or early dinner stop rather than a late-night meal. Prices are described as reasonable, and the relaxed, homely atmosphere makes it a good fit for travellers wanting a break from heavier Khmer fare or a healthier option while exploring Battambang. Worth building into a day's itinerary rather than a last-minute stop, given the limited hours.

  • 66 m from the hotel — about 1 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.8 out of 5 by 186 travellers on Google
Stung Sangke Theater

Stung Sangke Theater

4.2

Cinema · 795 m · 10 min walk 103 reviews

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Stung Sangke Theater

Cinema 795 m 10 min walk 4.2/5 on Google

Stung Sangke Theater is 795 m west of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 10 minutes on foot. It is the closest place to the hotel under “cinema”.

The other place under “cinema” within reach of Blue Diamond Hostel is RSB Ek Phnom Cinema (3.2 km).

Stung Sangke Theater is a multi-purpose event venue in Battambang with three separate halls (A, B, and C) that can accommodate groups larger than 2,000 people. Visitors find it set up for private functions rather than cinema screenings—it operates as a rental space for occasions ranging from weddings to workshops and corporate meetings. The venue offers what guests describe as clean, wide, and safe facilities.

Visitors consistently praise it as a reliable choice for celebrations, with several mentioning weddings specifically. Those who have used it note the staff as attentive and the food as good quality. The multiple halls allow flexibility in scheduling and group size, which reviewers see as a practical advantage. However, reviews are sparse enough that a full picture of the experience remains limited; most comments focus on wedding use rather than other event types.

The venue works best for groups planning private events rather than individuals seeking entertainment. Prospective users should contact the venue directly to discuss availability, pricing, and which hall suits their group size and occasion. Its location on Street 520 in central Battambang makes it accessible within the city.

  • 795 m from the hotel — about 10 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.2 out of 5 by 103 travellers on Google
Boost Coffee & Bistro

Boost Coffee & Bistro

4.8

Restaurants · 1.1 km · 14 min walk 298 reviews

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Boost Coffee & Bistro

Restaurants 1.1 km 14 min walk 4.8/5 on Google

Boost Coffee & Bistro is 1.1 km south-west of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 14 minutes on foot. It is among the three closest places to the hotel under “restaurants”.

The next two places under “restaurants” from Blue Diamond Hostel are Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant (66 m) and Romcheik 5 Artspace & Café (1.3 km), so there is a choice within a few minutes.

A café-bistro on Street 106 in Battambang, offering a menu that spans Khmer dishes and Western comfort food alongside coffee. The setting mixes an interior decorated with artwork and a relaxed, well-furnished outdoor seating area, giving visitors a choice between a proper sit-down meal or a quick coffee stop.

Most visitors leave impressed, particularly with the local dishes—stir-fried sticky spicy chicken and vegetables in Cambodian spice mix come up as highlights, along with vegetarian burritos and taco chips with guacamole. Service is generally described as attentive, professional, and friendly, with staff members sometimes singled out by name, and the place manages a steady flow of customers without losing pace. That said, opinions are not unanimous: one visitor found the Western options, such as a fried chicken burger, less satisfying than the Khmer menu, and a separate review reported a genuinely poor experience—undercooked eggs, stale bread, a hair found in food, and a server who barely spoke. These seem to be outliers against a broader pattern of praise, but worth knowing before you order.

Open daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM, it suits breakfast, lunch, or an all-day coffee break, and works equally well for a relaxed solo visit or a group meal. Given the mixed report on Western dishes, leaning toward the Khmer specialties seems the safer bet. A small resident pug has also been mentioned as part of the charm for those visiting with time to linger over coffee.

  • 1.1 km from the hotel — about 14 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.8 out of 5 by 298 travellers on Google
Nature Boutique Spa

Nature Boutique Spa

4.7

Spa & wellness · 1.3 km · 16 min walk 163 reviews

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Nature Boutique Spa

Spa & wellness 1.3 km 16 min walk 4.7/5 on Google

Nature Boutique Spa is 1.3 km south of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 16 minutes on foot. It is the closest place to the hotel under “spa & wellness”.

The other place under “spa & wellness” within reach of Blue Diamond Hostel is Lemongrass Garden Spa and Massage, Battambang (1.4 km).

Nature Boutique Spa sits east of the Sangker River in Battambang, offering massage, facial, and body scrub treatments. The spa provides package deals combining services—visitors mention a couples massage with facial for $35 and multi-service retreat packages. Facilities include shower access before and after treatments, a waiting area with tea, fruit, and juice, and snacks for guests. The space is described as clean and comfortable, though massage areas have curtains rather than full doors.

Visitors consistently praise the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff, with language barriers not presenting a problem for communication. The quality of facials stands out; guests with sensitive skin report no adverse reactions and noticeable skin improvement. The overall atmosphere is described as relaxing and flawlessly clean. One notable caveat appears in reviews about pressure levels: a guest who requested a Deep Relief Massage found it insufficiently deep and had to ask for more pressure, suggesting it is worth being specific about your preferences when booking. Most other guests report satisfaction, though experiences vary.

The spa operates from 10 AM to 9 PM most days, though Thursday opens until 1:30 AM and Sunday hours are not listed, so confirm in advance. It is reachable on Street 200. Booking ahead is recommended, particularly if you have specific massage preferences. The location near a coffee spot makes it convenient for a half-day wellness stop during a Battambang visit, and the shuttle-friendly facilities (nearby showers, timing that works with overnight travel) appeal to visitors on bus routes through the city.

  • 1.3 km from the hotel — about 16 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 163 travellers on Google
Romcheik 5 Artspace & Café

Romcheik 5 Artspace & Café

4.7

Restaurants · 1.3 km · 16 min walk 522 reviews

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Romcheik 5 Artspace & Café

Restaurants 1.3 km 16 min walk 4.7/5 on Google

Romcheik 5 Artspace & Café is 1.3 km south of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 16 minutes on foot. It is among the three closest places to the hotel under “restaurants”.

The next two places under “restaurants” from Blue Diamond Hostel are Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant (66 m) and Boost Coffee & Bistro (1.1 km), so there is a choice within a few minutes.

Romcheik 5 combines an art gallery, café, and workspace in a single venue on Street 201A. The ground and lower floors house Cambodia's first modern art museum, displaying permanent works by four resident artists alongside rotating exhibitions of local contemporary pieces. Upstairs is a rooftop café with views toward a Buddhist temple, serving coffee, healthy food, and drinks in an air-conditioned space with plants and natural light. Some artworks are available for purchase, and a small gift shop stocks books, prints, and scarves.

Visitors consistently praise the quality of the coffee and food, noting the variety and occasional fusion flavors. The service receives repeated mention for being attentive and genuinely welcoming. The art collection itself draws appreciation for its curation and its engagement with Cambodian history through modern artistic expression. The overall atmosphere—quiet, tastefully designed, and suited to both relaxation and working—emerges as a strong point. One regular described it as a place they genuinely missed after leaving the city. The caveat worth noting: photography of the exhibited works is not permitted.

The entrance fee to the gallery is 5 USD; spending at least 8 USD at the café grants free museum access. The space closes Mondays but operates Tuesday through Sunday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It suits visitors looking for a break from Battambang's busier commercial areas, those interested in contemporary Cambodian art and local artists, and anyone wanting reliable coffee and thoughtful food in a composed setting.

  • 1.3 km from the hotel — about 16 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 522 travellers on Google
Ktrey-Ktrok

Ktrey-Ktrok

4.6

Cafés & bakeries · 1.3 km · 16 min walk 139 reviews

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Ktrey-Ktrok

Cafés & bakeries 1.3 km 16 min walk 4.6/5 on Google

Ktrey-Ktrok is 1.3 km south-west of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 16 minutes on foot. It is the closest place to the hotel under “cafés & bakeries”.

The next two places under “cafés & bakeries” from Blue Diamond Hostel are The Lonely Tree Café (1.5 km) and Cafe HOC (1.5 km), so there is a choice within a few minutes.

Ktrey-Ktrok occupies a restored French colonial-era building in central Battambang, operating as a café by day and pub by night. The space blends period architecture with modern café fixtures, decorated with Khmer antiques. Visitors will find coffee drinks alongside a selection of other beverages, with an air-conditioned second floor available alongside ground-level open-air seating. The menu includes options like matcha lattes and cappuccinos, and the café stocks oat milk at no extra charge.

Visitors consistently praise the coffee quality and staff friendliness. The setting draws repeated mention—the vintage building itself and the quiet street location appeal to those seeking atmosphere alongside caffeine. Several guests noted the availability of non-dairy milk options and the cleanliness of the space. Pricing comes up as reasonable. One minor note: the venue transforms into a cocktail bar in the evenings with music, which suits some visitors but may not appeal to those seeking a calm café atmosphere after dark.

The café opens from 7 AM to midnight Monday through Saturday; Sunday hours are not listed. It sits on Road 2 in a fairly quiet part of town, making it suitable for morning work sessions or afternoon breaks. The dual function—café by day, bar by night—means timing matters depending on what you want from a visit. The non-dairy milk policy makes it practical for those with dietary preferences, and the complementary cookies and water mentioned by some guests suggest attentive service.

  • 1.3 km from the hotel — about 16 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 139 travellers on Google
Boeung Chhouk Market

Boeung Chhouk Market

4.2

Markets · 1.3 km · 16 min walk 730 reviews

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Boeung Chhouk Market

Markets 1.3 km 16 min walk 4.2/5 on Google

Boeung Chhouk Market is 1.3 km south-west of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 16 minutes on foot. It is the closest place to the hotel under “markets”.

The next two places under “markets” from Blue Diamond Hostel are Khmer Prahok Market (4.7 km) and Boeung Raing Market (8.5 km), so there is a choice within a few minutes.

Boeung Chhouk Market in Battambang is a wet market where locals buy everything from fresh produce and meat to clothes and jewellery. The market occupies two floors and operates from early morning until evening. Visitors describe it as a proper local market in the heart of the city rather than a tourist attraction, with stalls selling fresh vegetables and fruit, live fish, various cuts of meat and seafood, and everyday goods. Breakfast food vendors operate around the edges and in the covered area at the west end of the market, where you can find dishes like lort cha.

Visitors consistently praise the sensory experience of the market, particularly its energy and authentic local atmosphere. Most recommend arriving before 8:30 AM to see it at its busiest, when the market is crowded with residents going about their daily shopping. At this time, the stalls are fully stocked, live fish are still jumping in baskets, and the hustle is at its peak. Reviewers note that the market can be crowded and busy, with people constantly moving heavy boxes of produce through the narrow aisles, so navigation requires awareness and care.

The market is open daily from 6 AM to 6 PM. It suits visitors wanting to experience Battambang's everyday local life rather than a sanitised shopping environment. The early morning visit — if you can manage it before 8:30 AM — offers the fullest picture of how the market operates and serves the community. Wear comfortable shoes and expect a genuine working market environment with all its accompanying sights and smells.

  • 1.3 km from the hotel — about 16 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.2 out of 5 by 730 travellers on Google
Jaan Bai Restaurant

Jaan Bai Restaurant

4.6

Restaurants · 1.3 km · 16 min walk 948 reviews

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Jaan Bai Restaurant

Restaurants 1.3 km 16 min walk 4.6/5 on Google

Jaan Bai Restaurant is 1.3 km south-west of Blue Diamond Hostel — about 16 minutes on foot.

The next two places under “restaurants” from Blue Diamond Hostel are Rx'd Cafe and Restaurant (66 m) and Boost Coffee & Bistro (1.1 km), so there is a choice within a few minutes.

Jaan Bai Restaurant is a Cambodian restaurant in central Battambang, positioned at a higher price point than most local options. The menu draws on Khmer cuisine with dishes like fish amok and chicken green curry, alongside items like pork and crab congee and mushroom dumplings. The dining space is air-conditioned and decorated with pictures across the walls. It operates daily from 11 AM to 10 PM.

Visitors consistently praise the food quality and flavour, with particular mention of the mushroom dumplings, bao buns, and fritters. The restaurant's atmosphere and service receive regular compliments. Some guests note it operates as a social enterprise supporting poverty alleviation in Cambodia. However, reviewers are divided on value: while some find it worth the higher prices, others flag occasional inconsistencies. Past diners have reported dishes arriving spicy despite requests otherwise, and one noted that seafood preparation could be improved. Staff knowledge of specific dishes is variable.

The restaurant suits travellers looking for above-average Cambodian food and a comfortable air-conditioned setting without the budget constraints of backpacker dining. Those seeking strict cost savings or seeking to minimise any risk of cooking errors may find local street alternatives more forgiving. Come with moderately flexible expectations about customisation, particularly around spice levels.

  • 1.3 km from the hotel — about 16 minutes on foot
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 948 travellers on Google

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By phone on +855 12 732 711, or through the request form on this page.

Where is it?

Street 507, Krong Battambang, Cambodia

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