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Raffles Hotel Le RoyalvsTat Dorm
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Raffles Hotel Le Royal is the choice of most professionals compared to Tat Dorm. Raffles Hotel Le Royal comes in at #2 in Phnom Penh with approval from 10 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
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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
"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)."
"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."
"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
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
"Originally opened in 1929, but refurbished and taken over by the Raffles Group in 1997, this opulent Art Decostyle building has several chic suites."
"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
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A full-time concierge, bell captain and taxi desk ably assist travelers with all requests for information and transportation.
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.
"The French colonial-era hotel, restored by Raffles International, is one of the most elegant places to stay in Southeast Asia." Full review
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Don’t miss the Jackie Kennedy–inspired Femme Fatale cocktail in the Elephant Bar.
"Majestic colonial 1920s hotel with 170 revamped rooms and a lavish spa in Cambodia’s charming capital." Full review
"The iconic Raffles Hotel Le Royal takes visitors back to the French colonial period." Full review
Tat Dorm
Rough Guide
No: 26E1E2, Street 232 coner Stree 111, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $0/night
Star
"This cheerful family-run guesthouse is an old favourite with brightly decorated rooms...and good furniture, internet access, a communal TV and video, and a rooftop restaurant."