10 Best Hotels
Siem Reap is the starting point for Angkor’s temples, from the towers of Angkor Wat to the carved faces of Bayon and the roots wrapped around Ta Prohm. Give the city time too. Cambodian restaurants, craft workshops and contemporary circus performances add another side to the trip. Beyond town, Tonle Sap’s stilted villages and the sacred landscapes of Phnom Kulen make rewarding outings. Plan temple visits around the heat and leave space for slower afternoons.
Amansara
Charles de Gaulle Boulevard, Cambodia
Amansara occupies a former guest residence of King Sihanouk, with low buildings and a circular dining room giving the hotel a distinctive 1960s character. Its suites open to private courtyards, and some have their own pools. The small scale and garden setting suit a stay built around thoughtful temple visits and unhurried afternoons. Ask about the excursions included in your chosen rate, and arrange airport transfers using the current Siem Reap Angkor airport.
1960s architecture and private suites
Zannier Phum Baitang
Svay Dangkum, outskirts of Siem Reap, Cambodia
Stilted villas, palms and rice paddies give Phum Baitang a rural setting on the outskirts of Siem Reap. The buildings draw on traditional Cambodian houses, with generous outdoor space and a choice between terrace and pool villas. A large shared pool, spa and restaurants make a quiet day on the property easy to plan. Choose it for breathing room between temple outings, allowing for transport whenever you want to explore the city’s restaurants and shops.
Villas among rice fields
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor
Royal Gardens, central Siem Reap, Cambodia
Opened in 1932, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor retains the atmosphere of a grand travelling hotel, with Art Deco details and a generous pool at its centre. Rooms, suites and villas offer different ways to experience the property. The Elephant Bar and restaurant 1932 give evenings a sense of occasion, while the gardens offer a welcome pause after temple visits. It suits travellers who enjoy hotel history as much as contemporary comfort and attentive service.
Historic hotel character
Shinta Mani Angkor and Bensley Collection Pool Villas
Royal District, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Bill Bensley’s playful approach gives Shinta Mani Angkor its character: strong patterns, original artwork and landscaped spaces bring energy to a central city stay. Rooms and suites form the main hotel, while the Bensley Collection Pool Villas add private pools and rooftop living space. Kroya and the spa give reasons to linger between excursions. Compare the accommodation categories carefully, as a villa stay offers a different degree of privacy from the hotel’s courtyard rooms.
Bill Bensley design
Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Sivutha Boulevard, central Siem Reap, Cambodia
Park Hyatt Siem Reap brings Khmer motifs and Art Deco influences together in the former Hotel de la Paix. Its courtyard and water gardens create a sheltered centre, while the location makes it straightforward to explore the surrounding streets. Rooms and suites vary in outlook and outdoor space, so check the details if a terrace matters to you. It is a strong choice for travellers who want a city hotel with spa time and dining close at hand.
A comfortable central base
Sala Lodges
Sala Kamreuk, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Sala Lodges gathers traditional wooden houses from the Cambodian countryside into a garden setting. Each has its own shape and history, with modern bathrooms and air conditioning added to make the stay comfortable. Raised floors, timber textures and planted paths give the property a sense of place, while the pool provides a welcome break from sightseeing. Choose a lodge by its layout rather than assuming every house is identical, especially when travelling with children.
Restored Cambodian wooden houses
FCC Angkor by Avani
Pokambor Avenue, Old French Quarter, Cambodia
FCC Angkor centres on a former French governor’s residence in the Old French Quarter. The historic mansion and shaded grounds provide character, while the rooms bring a more contemporary approach to comfort. Its riverside position is useful for exploring central Siem Reap, and Scribe offers an easy place to settle in for a drink after an outing. Choose it for the combination of a recognisable historic setting and a practical base for the city.
Riverside heritage and city access
Treeline Urban Resort
Achasva Street, Wat Bo, Cambodia
Treeline brings a contemporary Cambodian perspective to the riverside, with local art, timber and stone shaping the interiors. Rooms feel restrained and tactile, and the rooftop pool adds outdoor space above the city. The location makes it easy to combine temple days with time in Siem Reap’s cafes and galleries. It suits travellers who enjoy modern design and a smaller hotel; compare room outlooks and ask about nearby evening noise if quiet is a priority.
Contemporary Cambodian art and design
Anantara Angkor Resort
National Road6, Svay Dangkum, Cambodia
Anantara Angkor arranges its suites around a courtyard pool, creating an intimate resort base outside the busiest central streets. Khmer architectural details, private balconies or terraces and a spa give the stay a relaxed rhythm. Some suite categories add plunge pools or larger outdoor living areas. The experience team can help organise temple outings and other excursions, while Chi serves Khmer cooking. Check the suite configuration and transfer arrangements before choosing the best fit for your trip.
A small all-suite retreat
Hotel Vellita Siem Reap
Sala Kamreuk Road, Cambodia
Vellita offers a quieter boutique base away from the busiest streets, with a free-form pool framed by tropical planting. Light rooms and suites combine Cambodian artwork with contemporary furnishings, while balconies give guests somewhere to sit outdoors. Zest serves Khmer and international dishes, and the spa adds another option for an afternoon at the hotel. It suits travellers who want to alternate sightseeing with pool time and are happy to arrange transport into central Siem Reap.
A leafy boutique retreat