The numbers that decide it — rental yields, occupancy, appreciation and the ownership rules and taxes for buying in Ratanakiri.
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Tourists (Cambodia-wide) | 9.94M · 2024 | Cambodia-wide data, Ratanakiri contributes to eco-tourism segment. |
| Foreign Tourists (Cambodia-wide) | 6.7M · 2024 | Cambodia-wide data, Ratanakiri benefits from eco-tourism growth. |
| Registered Hotels (Cambodia-wide) | 9,000+ · 2024 | Cambodia-wide data, indicative of overall hospitality sector growth. |
| Avg. Annual Occupancy (Ratanakiri estimate) | 60% · Annual | Estimated for Ratanakiri, reflecting growing interest in the region. |
| Peak ADR (Ratanakiri estimate) | $70 · Nov-Mar | Estimated high-season Average Daily Rate for Ratanakiri. |
| Off-season ADR (Ratanakiri estimate) | $30 · Jun-Oct | Estimated low-season Average Daily Rate for Ratanakiri. |
| Shoulder ADR (Ratanakiri estimate) | $50 · Apr-May / Sep-Oct | Estimated transitional season Average Daily Rate for Ratanakiri. |
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Managed-Rental Gross Yield | 6-10% | Varies by property type (e.g., eco-lodges vs. guesthouses). |
| Capital Growth (YoY) | 8-12% | Driven by increasing land values and development. |
| 5-Year CAGR (Capital) | 10% | Long-term growth potential in a developing market. |
| Operator Quality Impact | High | Crucial for success in the eco-tourism sector. |
| Post-Monsoon Maintenance | Critical | Essential for property upkeep and guest satisfaction. |
| Booking Channel Spread | Moderate | Increasing reliance on online travel agencies (OTAs). |
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Broadband (download) | ~60 Mbps | SINET/Ezecom fiber |
| Mobile (4G/5G) | ~30 Mbps | — |
| Monthly Cost (1 person) | Phnom Penh | |
| Rent — 1BR (city center) | — | |
| Mid-range meal for two | — | |
| Coworking (monthly pass) | SmallWorld, Emerald Hub | |
| Coworking Spaces (within 5km) | 3-8 | — |
| Air Quality (annual PM2.5) | ~25 µg/m³ | — |
| Nomad Community | Active | Especially Phnom Penh/Siem Reap |
| English Level (daily use) | Medium | Good in tourism zones |
| Digital Nomad Visa | No dedicated nomad visa (E-Class Business Visa renewable) | EB visa renewable annually | Foreign income generally not taxed for non-residents |
| Timezone | GMT+7 (ICT) | — |
| Primary Language | Khmer | — |
| Buyer | Permitted | Tenure | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambodian Citizen | Yes | Freehold | Unrestricted |
| Foreign National (condo) | Conditional | Strata Title | 2nd floor or above; max 70% foreign per building |
| Foreign National (land) | No | Leasehold | No land; 50-year renewable lease or nominee only |
Investment figures are directional market estimates, not guarantees — actual yields, rates and appreciation vary by property, operator and timing. Verify with a professional before investing.
NRIs and OCIs can freely buy residential and commercial property in India (not agricultural land), with purchase funds routed through NRE/NRO banking channels.
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