Phumi Siem Reab Hotels

Le Meridien Angkor: And some more Le Meridien

Selected originally because I have the Starwood Frequent Guest card, it has proved to be a good choice for the quality of accomodation as well (although you won't spend that much time indoors when you're near Angkor, trust me!).

Room was large and comfortable, with free internet access, international TV, and all the other things you normally find in a 5* hotel. Service very friendly without being over the top (as some of the European 5* are).

Prices are way below what one would pay for a comparable hotel on the Old Continent, too.

There is a good range of shopping facilities with local souvenirs (which are of good quality), helpful concierge desk staff who can help sort out your sightseeing and have given me a few helpful suggestions as to what to do in the evenings (such as a local orchestra run by an NGO doctor).

Gym is on the smallish side, but it was pretty much always empty so it did not matter much as I did not have to wait for my turn on the machines. Pool was one of the highlights - especially in the evening with the spotlights on.

Great choice of food for breakfast, including local fruits that are definitely an exotic for a European (dragon fruit, anyone?)

Pool - you can really see that they've tried to make sure it reflects the local architecture.

Restaurants - Espcially the Italian cuisine one; very good meats, poultry and deserts. Good wine selection

• Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
• Written May 15, 2010

Hotel Pool - Perfect after a day at the temples

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Angkor Voyage Villa: Excellent options with large rooms

This is an excellent option in the guesthouse area to the west of Bar Street, across the main road. The rooms are a very good size and resemble something from a three star business hotel back home but for a fraction of the price. My room came with 2 single beds, cable TV, fridge, a/c, large wardrobe, desk, chair, hot water shower in a nice modern tiled and clean bathroom. The staff are quite friendly and there's an almost hostel kind of feel downstairs with a pool table and DVD's. They also do a few meals, one of which you definitely have to go for for breakfast are the banana pancakes which are really thick American-style ones. Just delicious! My room cost $12.

• Opinion of Price: N/A
• Written April 25, 2010

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Apsara Steong Thmei: There's better nearby

I arrived in Siem Reap on the fast boat from Battambang and my tuk-tuk driver took me to the guesthouse area to the west of Bar Street, across the main road. I found this place after a little searching around but only spent one night here after finding a better place after I had checked in (see my next accommodation tip). This place is fine but has small rooms where you have to pay extra for a/c. I had a double bed, TV, table, chair and a hot water shower for $9.

• Opinion of Price: N/A
• Written April 25, 2010

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Tara Angkor Hotel: A faboulous stay without breaking the bank

We had the absolute pleasure to stay in this stunning hotel, The Tara Angkor Hotel exceeded our expectations on every level possible from the moment we checked in, to the moment we had to leave.

We got a complimentary collection at the airport which unfortunately I was not aware of as we had booked a driver during our stay.
The driver was very understanding and I later apologised to him when I saw him later that day, but the thought was there, as they provided a complimentary collection.

Check in was done from the comfort of a sofa and the hotel staff brought all the paperwork to us eliminating the need to have to stand up by the counter and deal with the necessaries. (I sound like such a snow, but we did not stand during check-in, you are truly made to feel like royalty!!)
During this time we were brought cold refreshing face towels and chilled ginger tea to enjoy whilst we were checking in.

The hotel pool was also very inviting but unfortunately we did not have the time to use it, as we spend loads of time seeing all the lovely temples.

The staff were very attentive and very welcoming and always greeted you with a smile.
Doors were opened upon entering or exiting the hotel, making you feel very welcome and at home.
The breakfast spread was just fantastic and allowed us to have a nice meal before a long day of site seeing.

The rooms very very comfortable and lovely decorated... I especially loved the floortiles on the bathroom... LOL.

A marvellous 4 days later we were saddened to have to check out and leave for the airport. We took advantage of the complimenraty airport bus, and they dropped us right by departures, and again the service shone through and he assisted us with our baggage.

I would 100% recommend this hotel as we had an amazing experience, it is without a doubt one of the best places we have stayed at, and all at a very very reasonable price!

• Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
• Related to: Historical Travel, Luxury Travel
• Written March 10, 2010

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New ankorland hotel.: Decent and friendly tourist hotel.

The new ankorland hotel is a nice and clean hotel with pool, gym, bar and several other facilities.
I guess it ranks somewhere between 3 and 4 stars.
The rooms are comfortable and have good bathrooms with bath tubs.
I have been there twice and the staff has always been polite and friendly.
I can only recommend the place if you want a clean hotel with good facilities without having to pay 5 star prices.

• Opinion of Price: about average
• Related to: Seniors, Romantic Travel and Honeymoons, Family Travel
• Written February 27, 2010

New ankorland hotel.

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Sokha Angkor Resort (Part 2)

When you are walking around the Sokha Angkor Resort, or even at your own room, you will realise that most of the furnitures are made of local solid wood with very nice traditional designs as shown in the attached photos. Even the floor of the rooms are made of solid wood, which is a good experience staying there.

The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the food at this hotel is very good (especially the local food including the soup noodles).

• Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
• Related to: Luxury Travel, Historical Travel, Romantic Travel and Honeymoons
• Written December 14, 2009

Sokha Angkor Resort, Siem Reap, Cambodia

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Sokha Angkor Resort (Part 1)

I stayed at the Sokha Angkor Resort when I was at Siem Reap in November 2009. This is a very good 5-star hotel with great room, great food and very friendly staff. It's location is also very central in Siem Reap, at the junction of National Road 6 (main road to Phnom Peah) and Sivutha Blvd.

The Siem Reap International Airport is jus a few kilometres away (airport pickup is available at US$7 per person one way). Furthermore, this hotel can issue the Angkor Pass at their lobby, so you purchase it here which will save some waiting time. If you do not have any budget constraints, please try out this hotel as it is one of the best hotels I have stayed :)

More information and photos are at part 2 of this tip as well as the travelogue section of this VT page.

• Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
• Related to: Architecture, Historical Travel, Luxury Travel
• Written December 14, 2009

Sokha Angkor Resort, Siem Reap, Cambodia

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Happy Guesthouse: Cheap n Clean

Dead Fish Guesthouse

Four of us stayed at the Dead Fish Guesthouse on our first night in Siem Reap. The following morning we awoke with headaches. Shonda had a severe headache and nausea and it was difficult to get her out of bed. The reason was the overwhelming mold and mildew in the rooms. We would definitely would not recommend staying there.