AmansaravsAngkor Village Hotel
Amansara and Angkor Village Hotel are both endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Amansara ranks significantly better than Angkor Village Hotel. Amansara comes in at 89 with recommendations from 11 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Amansara Show All Reviews
Road to Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The outside world melts away when you step into this complex." Full review
Concierge
"This modernist guesthouse, commissioned by King Sihanouk in 1962, is the place to stay in Siem Reap."
Lonely Planet
"Set in the old guest villa of Norodom Sihanouk, the suites here are among the largest in town and some include a private plunge pool." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Twelve of the 24 earthy suites—all done up in timber, stucco, and terrazzo—are set around a verdant, central courtyard, while the other half have private plunge pools." Full review
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Opt for one of the retreat’s newest off-site activities—early morning yoga at Angkor Wat, where you’ll enjoy sun salutations by the tranquil North Gate.
DK Eyewitness
"An exquisite hotel, it is favored by A-list celebrities seeking lowkey privacy."
Star Service
"A guard slides the black, solid steel gate behind a white brick wall to admit guests to Amansara, the ultra-private resort across the road from the Raffles Grand Hotel D'Angkor in Siem Reap." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Hosting the likes of former French President Charles de Gaulle, and Jacqueline Kennedy, the classic 1960s structure is in an "excellent location," minutes from Angkor Archaeological Park." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Amansara was originally built in 1962 as a guesthouse for visitors of King Sihanouk, and as such many famous dignitaries once graced the building, including Jackie Onassis and Charles de Gaulle." Full review
Jetsetter
"A historic estate turned cool, modern complex —mere minutes from Siem Reap and Angkor Wat — designed for pampering and refreshment." Full review
Hideaway Report
95.0
"Tranquil villa enclave in the grounds of a grand guesthouse that once belonged to King Norodom Sihanouk, 10 minutes from the ruins of Angkor Wat." Full review
Angkor Village Hotel
Wat Bo Road, Siem Reap, Cambodia
From $272/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides
"Individual wooden bungalows, swimming pool, nice gardens and a French restaurant. Has its own elephants available for rides."
Star Service
"Located on a quiet side street behind a screen of thriving banana and foliage plants, Angkor Village is the in-town sister of the newer Angkor Village Resort." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The original boutique hotel in Siem Reap (when boutique was still an upscale shopping experience to most), Angkor Village remains one of the most atmospheric places in temple town." Full review
Fodor's
"This oasis... lies along a stone path a couple of blocks from the river in a green neighborhood... Standard rooms are small, while superior rooms are bigger and brighter, overlooking the water." Full review
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The cultural show performed in the hotel's gorgeous theater, designed like a temple, is a must-see.
Afar Magazine
"Situated among lotus ponds and palm gardens, the buildings at Angkor Village incorporate native Southeast Asian hardwoods and mimic traditional Khmer architectural styles." Full review