Mini Banana Guesthouse

Phnom Penh


It's almost a banana republic in this part of town, with three guesthouses playing on the name. Renovated dorms with sturdy bunks, comfortable rooms with fan or air-con and a lively little bar-restaurant make this one of the most likeable of the bunch.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Phnom Penh attractions

1. Wat Langka

0.08 MILES

A colourful Buddhist temple in the heart of the city (near Independence Monument) that was established as a sanctuary for holy writings.

2. Independence Monument

0.15 MILES

Modelled on the central tower of Angkor Wat, Independence Monument was built in 1958 to commemorate the country’s independence from France in 1953. It…

3. Norodom Sihanouk Statue

0.23 MILES

This impressive statue shows the legendary former king/prime minister/statesman King Father Norodom Sihanouk, who died a national hero in 2012.

4. Wat Botum

0.43 MILES

This Buddhist temple with saffron-coloured robes flapping in the wind is particularly photogenic. It's located opposite Wat Botum Park.

5. Cambodia–Vietnam Friendship Monument

0.47 MILES

This optimistically named monument was built to a Vietnamese (and rather communist) design in 1979. Concerts are often held in the park, which springs to…

6. National Assembly

0.58 MILES

Home to Cambodia's national parliament, this elaborate building is finished with traditional Khmer motifs. The access road is sometimes closed off to the…

8. Shrine of King Norodom Suramarit

0.59 MILES

This is the shrine of King Norodom Suramarit, the father of King Sihanouk who reigned from 1955 to 1960 following his son's abdication from the throne.