Tipping in Cambodia

Tipping is not traditional in Cambodia but is appreciated in tourist areas. The service industry relies partly on tips from tourists.

Tipping mandatory

Leave 5-10% or round up at sit-down restaurants. Not expected at street stalls.

5-10%

Round up the fare for tuk-tuk drivers; not required.

Round up

A dollar per night for housekeeping is appreciated at hotels.

$1/night

Per person for group tours at Angkor and other sites.

$3-5

Leave small change at bars.

Round up

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Cambodia, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.