Phnom Penn is the capital of Cambodia and combines wonderful colonial architecture with the ancient beauty of traditional Khmer temples and palaces. Tourist draws include the Royal Palace, central and Russian markets, the National Artifacts Museum as well as the numerous art galleries and cafes. Hotel accommodation is plentiful, with many incorporating aspects of the city’s long cultural history.
The Raffles Hotel Le Royal was named as one of the world’s best places to stay by Condé Nast Traveler magazine. It was established in 1929 and extensively refurbished–it now has sumptuous rooms and suites, a spa, ornamental gardens and five restaurants and bars. The hotel is within easy reach of the National Library and Wat Phnom, and is a 20-minute drive from Pochentong International Airport. Prices start from $125 per person per night.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
92 Rukhak Vithei Daun Penh
Sangkat Wat Phnom
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
+855 (0) 2398-1888
raffles.com/en_ra/property/rlr
The Pavilion hotel was built in the 1920s and combines Khmer and French colonial architecture. It is situated just 100 meters from the Royal Palace and has views over the Botum Royal Pagoda. Some of the hotel’s 20 rooms contain private swimming pools, Jacuzzis and balconies. Prices start from $40 per night. Shared facilities for guests include a 14 meter swimming pool, landscaped garden with a restaurant and bar and free internet access.
The Pavilion
227 Street 19
Khan Daun Penh
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
+855 (0) 2322-2280
thepavilion.asia
The 252 is situated near Phnom Penh’s Independence Monument. Its 19 rooms are spread over three floors and contain contemporary handmade furniture of wood or concrete. Each has air-conditioning and a fan, flat-screen TV, DVD player, mini-bar, safety box, free Internet access and a hairdryer. Shared facilities for guests include a swimming pool, restaurant, tropical garden and five pavilions. Prices start from $45 per night and include breakfast.
The 252
19 St. 252
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
+855 (0) 8553-6913
the-252.com
The Villa Paradiso is a converted Khmer villa situated on a residential street near the Royal Palace. Each of the hotel’s 10 individually decorated rooms contain orthopedic latex mattresses, large-screen TVs, Internet access, safety box, air-conditioning and a telephone. Prices start from $50 per person. Shared facilities for guests include a restaurant, bar, spa, swimming pool and sauna.
The Villa Paradiso
27 Street 222
Pnom Penh, Cambodia
+855 (0)2321-3720
thevillaparadiso.com
