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Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Spa ResortvsAmansara
Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Amansara is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Spa Resort. Amansara comes in at 89 with endorsements from 11 publications including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Jetsetter.
Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Spa Resort
Concierge
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter
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Vithei Charles De Gaulle, Khum Svay Dang Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
From $144/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "View the entire 2011 Gold List of the world's best places to stay ›
Also appeared in the Gold List in 2010
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Star Service "Its most attractive feature is its large, well-tended gardens interwoven with ponds and local statues. The small lobby has a European feel with a high ceiling, small pagoda and metal chandelier." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This French colonial with local touches—red-shingled roofs, white arches, terra-cotta tile—is in "an outstanding location."" Full review
Jetsetter "Sprawling six-acre resort near Angkor Wat, with an enormous palm tree–lined pool and five restaurants." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Sofitel is Siem Reap’s largest luxury resort." Full review
Amansara
Frommer's Concierge
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Star Service Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph Jetsetter
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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 Telegraph8.0
"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 Report95.0
"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
