Raffles Hotel Le RoyalvsGoldie Boutique Guest House
Raffles Hotel Le Royal and Goldie Boutique Guest House are both highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Raffles Hotel Le Royal ranks significantly higher than Goldie Boutique Guest House. Raffles Hotel Le Royal comes in at 95 with praise from 13 publications such as Afar Magazine, Star Service and Oyster.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal Show All Reviews
92 Rukhak Vithei Daun Penh, Sangkat Wat Phnom, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $300/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides
"A luxury hotel with a history... now restored to the height of colonial splendour by the Raffles group, it is unrivalled in ambience (as well as price)."
Concierge
"The colonial-era Raffles Hotel Le Royal, located a five-minute walk away from Wat Phnom, seems to exist in a sepia-toned world far removed from tourist-oriented Sisowath Quay."
Fodor's
"Le Royal has an elegant lobby, a tranquil pool area shaded by massive trees, and various bars and restaurants that are a world apart from the slightly chaotic city." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"From the golden age of travel, this is one of Asia’s grand old palaces, belonging in the illustrious company of the Oriental in Bangkok and Raffles in Singapore." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Originally opened in 1929, but refurbished and taken over by the Raffles Group in 1997, this opulent Art Decostyle building has several chic suites."
Star Service
"After the noise and dust of Phnom Penh's streets, the cool, sweetly scented lobby of Hotel Le Royal pleases all the senses." Full review
i
A full-time concierge, bell captain and taxi desk ably assist travelers with all requests for information and transportation.
Rough Guide
Star
"Dating from 1929, this impressive Art Deco hotel, set in lovely gardens, was restored in 1997 to its original understated elegance, and still offers every modern convenience."
i
Taking a cocktail at happy hour (daily 4–9pm; half-price) in the Elephant Bar is a must.
Travel + Leisure
"The French colonial-era hotel, restored by Raffles International, is one of the most elegant places to stay in Southeast Asia." Full review
i
Don’t miss the Jackie Kennedy–inspired Femme Fatale cocktail in the Elephant Bar.
Jetsetter
"Majestic colonial 1920s hotel with 170 revamped rooms and a lavish spa in Cambodia’s charming capital." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The iconic Raffles Hotel Le Royal takes visitors back to the French colonial period." Full review
Goldie Boutique Guest House
House # 6 B-C-D, Street 57, Boueng Keng Kong 1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This is a new Thai-owned boutique guesthouse. It is stylishly decorated with all amenities." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Patched together from three houses, but the results are pretty impressive. Most rooms come with a balcony and the decor is stylish throughout. The family rooms... include a second bedroom." Full review
Rough Guide
"The a/c rooms in this little hotel are well equipped and brightly decorated, with free wi-fi, and some have a sweet balcony. The management can help with all travel queries."