Map

Le CyclovsRaffles Hotel Le Royal

Le Cyclo and Raffles Hotel Le Royal are both praised by travel writers. On balance, Raffles Hotel Le Royal ranks significantly better than Le Cyclo. Raffles Hotel Le Royal has a TripExpert Score of 95 with accolades from 13 sources including Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.

Le Cyclo
7/10
No 50 Eo , street 172 corner street 23, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $21/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
show all amenities
Frommer's Frommer's
"Nothing is fancy or labored, and the overall feel is one of space and light. It is firmly aimed at the lower end of the midrange market, but with style and imagination." Full review
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
8/10
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
show all amenities
Insight Guides 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Jetsetter
"Majestic colonial 1920s hotel with 170 revamped rooms and a lavish spa in Cambodia’s charming capital." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The iconic Raffles Hotel Le Royal takes visitors back to the French colonial period." Full review
Show All Reviews

© Tripexpert Inc.