AmansaravsAngkor Village Resort
Amansara and Angkor Village Resort are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Amansara ranks significantly better than Angkor Village Resort. Amansara ranks #4 in Siem Reap with praise from 11 publications including The Telegraph, DK Eyewitness and Hideaway Report.
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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 Resort
Phum Traeng, Siem Reap, Cambodia
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This campus of luxury rooms is located a few steps closer to the temples (it all counts when you're racing for the sunrise)." Full review
Rough Guide
"Luxurious, supersized version of the Angkor Village hotel, with beautifully equipped cottages scattered around luxuriant gardens and a 200m-long, river-shaped swimming pool."
Jetsetter
"Elegant retreat between Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor with a river-like pool set in enchanted gardens." Full review
Fodor's
"This resort offers guests... a real sense of retreat... The classic Khmer style of decor with chic modern touches create a sense of comfort, enhanced by the service of polite, helpful staff." Full review
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Try a postouting afternoon tea with Khmer and international snacks followed by a restorative spa session.
Lonely Planet
"The original boutique hotel in Siem Reap (when boutique was still an upmarket shopping experience to most), Angkor Village remains one of the most atmospheric places in temple town." Full review