Top 10 boutique hotels in Phnom Penh for a luxury stay

 Phnom Penh is where Cambodia’s ancient past meets its modern day. The capital city of a country is full of life, from its busy riverfront to its busy markets. You have a lot of options for places to stay in Phnom Penh from restored French colonial villas to luxurious boutique stays. We compiled a list of the top 10 luxury hotels in Phnom Penh to help you arrange a memorable trip.

Luxcity Hotel and Apartment

One of the best hotels near Phnom Penh International airport, Luxcity provides guests with access to a wide range of high-end amenities and services. Whether you’re in town for business or pleasure, the central location of Luxcity makes it ideal for exploring all that Phnom Penh has to offer.

The rooms at the Luxcity Hotel are large and feature all the conveniences of a modern hotel. Some hotels provide services that other hotels don’t. The services provided in and around Luxcity are also top-notch, thanks to the city’s vivacious and attentive workforce. For assistance with taxis, luggage storage, currency exchange, and other such matters, guests are welcome to approach the front desk at any time. Meals also feature an extensive menu of international favourites. Additionally, it is in close proximity to some of Phnom Penh’s most well-known landmarks. If you want to move, you won’t have to break the bank doing it.

Plantation

A beautiful green space in the middle of a bustling city, right behind the royal palace. The high walls, historic atmosphere, helpful staff, contemporary, smart rooms, breathtaking courtyard, and beautiful pool at Plantation make it an ideal refuge from the hustle and bustle of the capital city after a day of sightseeing.

The elegant 1930s French villa that houses the lobby can be found beyond the courtyard. The majority of the rooms are located in a Khmer-style building from the 1960s, which is clustered around a lovely pool; the newer, more modern block of rooms makes up for its lack of history with spectacular views.

Raffles Hotel Le Royal

This luxury hotel, a true “grand dame” of the Cambodian capital, exudes an air of distinction. There’s something about the sophisticated Elephant Bar, the flowery scent of frangipani trees, and the eclectic mix of Khmer, Art Deco, and French colonial architecture that makes you feel right at home.

The staff is friendly and helpful, creating an inviting atmosphere. The front desk staff can arrange transportation and tours for you. Back at the facilities, you’ll find two magnificent outdoor pools flanked by lounge chairs, frangipani trees, and other tropical plants. Despite its possibly less atmospheric decor, Raffles Spa provides excellent treatments in addition to a sauna, steam room, and hot tub. There is a fitness centre, multiple dining options, two bars, and shops selling traditional Khmer clothing, artwork, and souvenirs (although these are a bit pricey).

La Rose Boutique Hotel

Located just a few minutes’ walk from the Independence Monument, La Rose Boutique Hotel features 68 rooms spread across two buildings, all of which are decorated in a classic colonial style and equipped with modern conveniences such as wireless Internet access, flat-screen televisions, and minibars. One of the most visually appealing hotels in the city, it blends traditional Indochina design with modern touches and Angkorian influences.

There’s a complimentary one-hour Swedish massage in each room. The balcony in some of the rooms overlooks the peaceful street below. There is a tub and a rain shower in each of the brightly lit bathrooms. Some suites also feature living areas and kitchenettes, making them ideal for extended stays. All linens and towels are provided free of charge for guests staying more than one week.

Pavilion

The hotel is located in the centre of Phnom Penh in a compact garden compound made up of four separate villas built between the 1920s and the 1990s and arranged around two pools. The hotel features 36 rooms, each of which has its own unique design and decor. Having two pools and a focus on seclusion makes for a relaxing getaway in the city.

A strict no outsiders policy in the rooms and around the pool keeps sex tourism at bay, but can also feel a little restrictive, which may explain why some of the staff can be a little surly. Every guest receives a complimentary 25-minute massage at the small spa, which can be extended on request. Additionally, there is a basic fitness centre. Guests of the hotel are the only people allowed in the two small pools, so they are rarely overrun with swimmers. The Pavilion offers free bicycles and a helpful city map to its visitors. The restaurant has its own enclosure for three resident hedgehogs.

Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra

With its French colonial-style ostentation, excellent service, decent rooms, and great facilities like two large swimming pools, a huge sports club, and no fewer than four very excellent eateries in its sprawling garden compound, the Sofitel is one of Phnom Penh’s leading luxury hotels.

The staff, who are all dressed to impress, are consummate professionals. An excellent fitness centre, two squash courts, a tennis court, a pool table, and a 17-meter pool can all be found at the sports club, which welcomes both members and non-members. The hotel also has a second, 30-meter pool for its guests’ use.

You can visit So Spa and get a variety of wellness treatments, or you can take advantage of the free sports activities, such as yoga and aerobics. There is a second fitness centre available at all times within the hotel. The hotel has its own helipad for those who can afford to use it, as well as a business centre with PCs and printers.

Rosewood Phnom Penh

The chic rooms and lively restaurants at this skyscraper hotel in Phnom Penh are as much of a draw as the hotel’s rooftop bar, spa, and fleet of leather-lined tuk-tuks. Khmer modernism housed in a glass and steel skyscraper with a cantilevered roof, stylish interiors, and an on-site art gallery. It’s fascinating to people-watch in the’see and be seen’ restaurants that cater to the city’s elites, who are sometimes accompanied by suspicious-looking uniformed guards. Peaceful and cool, it provides a soothing reprieve from the sweltering, chaotic streets of Phnom Penh.

The staff is friendly and helpful, though not quite as polished as the five-star service you might find in Hong Kong, Singapore, or Bangkok. The hotel has everything you could want in a big city, including an art gallery, a fancy patisserie, a 24-hour fitness centre, an outdoor pool with a view, and a fantastic spa (try a traditional 90-minute Khmer massage using healing herbs gathered from across Cambodia).

Nothing beats the feeling of luxurious accommodations and amenities at luxury hotel hotels. You deserve to treat yourself every once in a while, relax, and enjoy the hotel’s services. We hope that this list of luxury hotels will make your stay in Phnom Penh more enjoyable and comfortable.