Social Backpacker Hostel & Rooftop Bar

Welcome to Social Backpacker Hostel – Your Home Away from Home in Battambang!

We’re a cozy, social hostel in the heart of Battambang — the perfect base for solo travellers and small or big groups. Whether you want to explore the city, meet like-minded people, or just relax on our rooftop bar, we’ve got you covered.

We also arrange the Full day tour with the countryside to temples and other famous attractions with a tuktuk and tour guide driver: From 9 USD/person
Half day city tour bamboo train and Sampov mountain, bat cave other famous attractions with a tuktuk tour guide driver: From 6 USD/person

✨ Why stay with us?

🍳 Breakfast available daily from 8:00–11:00 ( it's not included)
• FREE pick-up from the bus station
• Comfy dorms with privacy curtains, A/C, lockers, and charging points
• Rooftop bar with sunset views & great vibes
• Fast Wi-Fi, free towel, and no curfew
• Affordable scooter & bike rentals
• Bus/boat ticket bookings with free pick-up
• Tuktuk tours from just $6 per person

We offer cozy and affordable room options to suit all types of travelers. Each bunk bed comes with a private curtain, reading light, power socket, and safety box for extra comfort and privacy.

Our rooftop bar is the best place to meet a new friends and perfect for a sunset drink, a chat with fellow travelers, or joining in on one of our nightly social events. It’s not a party hostel, but the atmosphere is always buzzing in the best way – fun, friendly, and full of good vibes.

🍳 Breakfast available daily from 8:00–11:00 ( it's not included)
🍜 Restaurant open from 8:00–21:30

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Weekly Social Events:

At Social Backpacker Hostel, we’re all about community and meaningful experiences. Here’s what’s happening every week:

🍝 Monday – Sunday Family Dinner Every Night
Start the week off right with our legendary Family Dinner! Join guests and staff for a delicious home-cooked meal (vegetarian options always available). It’s the perfect way to meet your hostel fam and share stories from the road.

🚶 Tuesday – Free Walking Tour
Discover the city’s hidden gems and local legends with our Free Walking Tour, led by our in-house guides who know all the best spots. Expect street art, local eats, quirky history, and lots of laughs along the way.

🍻 Wednesday – Happy Hour + FREE Beer
Midweek calls for a little celebration! Join us on our rooftop bar from 6-8pm for Happy Hour, featuring FREE beer for early birds and drink specials all night. Great tunes, drinking games, and new friends guaranteed.

👩‍🍳 Thursday – Cambodian Cooking Class
Get a taste of local culture (literally!) with our Cambodian Cooking Class. Learn to whip up traditional Khmer dishes like amok, spring rolls, or banana sticky rice with our local chef. You’ll visit the market, get hands-on in the kitchen, and finish it all off with a shared feast. No experience needed – just come hungry and curious!

🎲 Friday –
🎉 BACKPACKER BBQ & KARAOKE PARTY 🎉
🔥 Every Friday Night – Grill, Chill & Sing!
👫 Great food, fun vibes, awesome people!


🍹 Saturday – Pub Crawl
Saturday = party. Join our hostel pub crawl as we hit up the best local bars and backpacker favorites. Expect free shots, party games, a new city, new crew and new stories you probably won’t tell your parents.

🌅 Sunday – Sunset Social & Open Mic
Ease into the evening with our chilled-out Sunset Social on the rooftop or terrace. Grab a drink, catch the golden hour, and stick around for Open Mic Night – whether you sing, strum, recite or just vibe, everyone’s welcome.

Reception Hours: 08:00–00:00 (arriving late? Just ring the bell or call!)
Check-in: from 14:00 | Check-out: before 12:00
Payment: Cash only
Cancellation Policy: Free up to 1 day before arrival
No curfew | Lockout: 00:00–08:00 (late arrivals welcome with prior notice)

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Whether you’re in Battambang for a night or a week, we’ll help you make the most of your stay – with warm vibes, helpful staff, and the kind of social scene that makes solo travel feel like anything but.

See you soon at Social Backpacker Hostel – where strangers become travel family. ✨