AmansaravsGolden Temple Hotel
Both Amansara and Golden Temple Hotel are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Amansara scores significantly better than Golden Temple Hotel. Amansara comes in at 86 with praise from 8 publications including Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and concierge.com.
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
Golden Temple Hotel
High School Road, Siem Reap 17000, Cambodia
From $100/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide
"Deservedly popular little resort hotel in an ersatz Khmer- style building set around attractive gardens and a good- sized pool."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Golden Temple Hotel is a small, boutique-style resort located just across the Siem Reap River and minutes from the restaurants and shops of Pub Street and the central downtown area." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Upon arrival, after a long, dusty drive from Phnom Penh, we were greeted like old friends and given sweet welcome drinks, garnished with orchids, in silver cups and refreshing cool towels." Full review