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PAVILIONvsThe Bright Lotus

Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, The Pavilion ranks significantly higher than The Bright Lotus. The Pavilion has a TripExpert Score of 91 with accolades from 8 reviews like Frommer's, Rough Guide and Fodor's.

PAVILION
8/10
227, Street 19, Khan Daun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $49/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The Pavilion -- hidden behind big heavy wooden doors and long white walls -- is an absolute oasis in this city of honking, jostling tuk-tuks, and motorcycles." Full review
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This is a very popular boutique hotel, so make sure to book ahead and get confirmation of it in writing or by e-mail.
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Located just below the southwest corner of the Royal Palace, The Pavilion is a boutique hotel set in a spacious French villa with elements of fine Khmer and Chinese decor."
Fodor's Fodor's
"A discreet green oasis in the heart of bustling Phnom Penh, the Pavillion is in a lovingly restored building of the raging 1920s, with a swimming pool and spa." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The architecture is an original combination of Khmer and French styles and some rooms have private pools or Jacuzzis, while others have balconies overlooking a shady garden."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Boutique guesthouse in two impeccably converted colonial mansions. Rooms (all a/c) are beautifully presented but vary."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Housed in an elegant French villa, this immensely popular and atmospheric place helped popularise the Phnom Penh poolside boutique hotel." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Pavilion, converted from four historic villas, is one of those hotels you walk into and instantly relax." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Pavilion is a small adults-only boutique hotel located in the historic center of Phnom Penh near Wat Botum." Full review
The Bright Lotus
7/10
22 street 178, Sangkat Cheychumnas, Khan Daunpenh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
From $16/night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
  • Air Conditioning
  • Baggage storage
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This centrally located guesthouse across from the National Museum is a pleasant and convenient option."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A good and inexpensive guesthouse in the riverfront area near the National Museum, Bright Lotus Guesthouse offers clean rooms."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Occupying a strategic corner with grand views... this guesthouse is one place where it is worth climbing the stairs." Full review

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