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Finding the Right Place to Stay in Phnom Penh
Congratulations! You’ve been accepted into an ESL teacher training program at AVSE-TESOL in Phnom Penh. Now the preparation begins, including nailing down the right place to stay during your time with us.
If you’re joining our In-Class TESOL program (3.5 weeks), you’ll need to arrange accommodation for 23 nights, at least to begin with.
For students enrolled in our Hybrid TESOL or Teaching Jobs Abroad Program (TJAP), nine nights’ accommodation are already included in the program fee. You’ll only need to arrange additional accommodation if you’re arriving early or need a short-term stopgap before moving into something more permanent.
Accommodation, whether temporary or permanent, is one of those areas in life where one size doesn’t fit all. Some people begin their teaching English abroad journey on a tight budget. Others have cash to splash on accommodation, while plenty of folks fall somewhere in between.
For many, basic and cheap will do the job nicely, even if it means seeing the occasional gecko strutting his (or her) stuff across the ceiling above the bed. Others prefer a few more creature comforts — rather than actual creatures like the occasional gecko!
When booking accommodation in Phnom Penh, the place you choose should ideally 1. not break the bank, 2. meet your personal needs, and 3. be close to our training venue at the following address:
Level Two, Westline School
22 Street 51, Daun Penh
Corner of Streets 51 & 154
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Finding somewhere that ticks all the boxes that matter to you will surely add value to your overall teacher training experience. Fortunately, there are plenty of affordable hotels in Phnom Penh, including several within easy walking distance of AVSE-TESOL.
On the Ground in Phnom Penh
When should I arrive?
New programs in Phnom Penh — In-Class TESOL, Hybrid TESOL and TJAP — start every month, always on a Sunday. You should aim to arrive by early afternoon at the latest on your scheduled start date. That said, there’s upside to arriving a few days earlier to acclimatise, settle in and say goodbye to the jet lag.
AVSE-TESOL hosts a Welcome Dinner and drinks, free of charge, on the first evening of each new program. It’s a terrific opportunity to meet AVSE staff and your classmates in an informal setting. Having already met everyone tends to make day two — the first day in class — a little less stressful than it might otherwise be.
Staying in Daun Penh
Let's say you heed our advice and book accommodation close to AVSE-TESOL. Almost certainly, you'll find yourself staying in Daun Penh, the central district of Phnom Penh. It's a hive of activity — if not 24/7, pretty close to it. You'll find history, culture, the arts, local food choices (including the occasional cockroach or spider!), markets, nightlife and a terrific promenade along the Tonle Sap River.
Most importantly, as elsewhere in Cambodia, you'll find some of the nicest people on planet Earth — people who would quite literally, as the old saying goes, give you the shirt off their back.
Accommodation Options Worth Considering
Like other major cities in Southeast Asia, Phnom Penh offers accommodation to suit all budgets. AVSE staff on the ground have identified twelve hotels close to our training venue that are worth considering — four budget, four mid-range and four offering a few more creature comforts. The list is by no means definitive, and you’re encouraged to do your own research if the options below fall short of what you need.
Just a quick word on personal safety…
Phnom Penh is a brilliant place to live, work and visit. In the main, it’s also safe and well-lit. As in other major cities around the world, however, it’s wise to be vigilant and mindful of your personal safety when you’re out and about.
Basic safety measures while you’re completing a training program at AVSE-TESOL include: 1. going out with a classmate at night rather than alone; 2. avoiding the use of your mobile phone while walking or standing in the street; 3. if you carry a bag, choosing one with a long strap that can be worn across your body rather than over one shoulder; and 4. keeping your valuables securely stored.