Top Khett Siem Reab hotels
Oh, the Red Piano. Oh, Angelina Jolie was there. Oh, the film crew from Lara Croft sat in some chair there. Oh, Angie made up some drink and named it after herself there. Oh, this place is crap there. So ridiculous but as an open minded traveler, I guess you have to go there once. Just don't tell me about it. And Angie's drink is awful. Technically this tip should be under the Tourist Trap category. Casual
Ok, so this is a chi-chi hotel but hell, I'm a Singaporean and I can't help but feel proud and even a tad bit patroitic when I strolled into the lush grounds of Grand Hotel d'Angkor. Yes, and to chalk even more points for being a patriotic Singaporean, I ordered the ubiquitous pink drink that the Raffles chain of hotel is famous for. What else but the Singapore Sling? Surprisingly, it tasted even better here than the lousy shot I had in the Long Bar (Raffles Hotel, Singapore). And what's more they threw in an intimate soirée of apsara dancers as well. What more could I ask for at USD2 ( tax included ) ? It was the best Sling I ever had.The handsome local bar manager confirmed my tastebuds. He mentioned, with a twinkle in his eye, that the Slings are freshly made here unlike the ones in Long Bar. There were way too many customers at the famous bar in Singapore, making it impossible to...
Now, if you're way too lazy to get up at 4am to catch the sunrise at Angkor Wat, you can drink one at the Angkor What? Yes, you heard me correctly. You can get high on a tasty, fruity cocktail at the bar instead of waking up at a Godforsaken hour to jostle with other bleary tourists. The drink cost about USD2 a pop and every 5cents that you spend out of a dollar in this place goes to the local hospital. Ah, I'd rather get high on this drink anytime.
The centre of nightlife in Siem Reap is Pub Street which is named for the many restaurants and pubs that line both sides of the road.The street is closed to traffic at night which makes it a lot easier to walk around.There are all sorts of bars and restaurants here, you can dine on Thai, Khmer, French, Indian, Italian plus much more.Its pretty quiet during the day - but still good for lunch - but is always very busy and lively at night.Most places are open until midnight and a few till dawn!A few minutes walk from Pub Street is Pub Street Alley, not quite as hectic but a lovely little alley lined with shops, bars, galleries, cafes and Khmer restaurants.
Went to a small restuarant/bar called Golden Night Restaurant and the locals recommneded Snow Glasses or "Keo Pril" in Khmer for serving the beer. Snow glass is a typical beer mug put into the freezer so it comes out to the table covered in ice. Great way to keep the beer ccol for longer. They will also put ice in the beer which for some people is unacceptable. After a few days of trying to drink beer that gets warm after a minute in the hot and humid climate of Cambodia, I said why not. no dress code
Its not exactly a recommended night spot for your general tourist but I was fortunate to be taken here by my guide to a private party with heaps of drinking and of course Karaoke. The music is basically Euro-pop re-worked with Khmer lyrics. Its not my preffered style of music but its the type that you egt stuck in your head for the next 3 days. They had about 3 western songs which I attempted to sing. You can see the really blurry photo of me! Come as you are
BAR STREET IN SIEM REAP IS THE PLACE TO GO FOR A GREAT NIGHT OUT AFTER A HARD DAY SEEING THE TEMPLES... ON BAR STREET YOU HAVE A MIND BLOWING CHOICE OF PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK.. WHAT I REALLY LIKED ABOUT BAR STREET WAS THE GOOD VIBE IT GAVE OFF.WE SPENT 3 DAYS PHNOM PHEN, AND AS GOOD A TIME AS WE HAD THERE THE NIGHT LIFE WAS NOWHERE AS GOOD AS SIEM REAP.THE PEOPLE ON BAR STREET WERE ALL OUT FOR A GOOD TIME, AND WITH THE MUSIC PUMPING AND THE COLD BEER FLOWING THE GOOD TIMES SURE DID ROLL.WHAT I THOUGHT WAS NICE WAS THAT BOTH YOUNG AND OLD, PLUS COUPLES WITH SMALL CHILDREN ALL MIXED WELL AND HAD A GOOD TIME AND WITH NO TROUBLE.AS THE NIGHT GOES ON THE RESTAURANTS BECOME LESS CROWDED AND THE BAR SCENE TAKES OVER..SOME WITH LIVE MUSIC, BUT ALL OFFERING A GOOD TIME.THE LOCAL OFFICALS CLOSE OFF THE BOTH ENDS OF BAR STREET TO TRAFFIC MAKING IT EASY TO WALK FROM BAR TOO BAR WITHOUT FEAR OF WHAT...
We were told that there's no nightlife and no place to go at night b4 we went. To our surprise, there were numerous restaurants and snack bars ard the corner, and was very touristy. There was street performance by students/children.It was next to the Old Market. Casual
Just across the bridge opposite the Old market you'll find the Martini Disco. A hangout for the local people, we were the only "barang". The music, mainly Khmer, is a little on the loud side. When you come in the beer girls are trying to convince you to take their beer.During slow dancing the lights above the dance floor are switched off to give the dancers some "privacy". Don't get a scare if someone starts massaging you if you visit the restroom. It's all part of the service.
After you are done pub hopping in the old market, head to The Red Piano for grub. It is a tastefully done up restaurant which serves up really nice pasta. The restaurant has a special cocktail dedicated to Angelina Jolie. It is greatly influenced by the star. The food and the ambience are truly amazing. Strongly recommend the restaurant.
La Residence d'Angkor Siem Reap
1 Review and 371 Opinions The hotel is simply splendid. The spa is the ideal manner for relaxing after a long sightseeing of...
Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa Siem Reap
1 Review and 422 Opinions The Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa was our haven during our stay in Cambodia, and it was wonderful!...
The Kool Hotel Siem Reap
1 Review and 514 Opinions Rooms are a quite big size, clean and comfortable. We Stayed at this place for 4 nights. staff are...
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