Cambodia
Raffles Grand d'Angkor
Raffles Grand d’Angkor is a gracious old lady of Siem Reap, all high ceilings, polished timber, and slow colonial elegance. Between temple days, retreat to the vast pool, soothing spa, and airy terraces for afternoon tea. It’s quietly refined, with Angkor Wat close enough for early starts and sunset returns. 9.6
Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Park Hyatt Siem Reap is a sleek sanctuary located in town, featuring contemporary Khmer touches and a welcome sense of calm after visiting the temples. Rooms are smart and serene, there’s a pretty courtyard pool, a good spa, and polished dining. You’re close to markets and galleries, with Angkor an easy drive away. 9.6
Zannier Phum Baitang
Just outside Siem Reap, Zannier Phum Baitang is a romantic village of teak villas set amid rice paddies and frangipani trees. Interiors are warm and handcrafted, with private pools in select villas. Expect a tranquil spa, excellent Khmer cooking, and slow bicycle rides. The mood is rustic luxury, wonderfully cocooning. 9.8
Rosewood Phnom Penh
Rosewood Phnom Penh sits high in the Vattanac Capital Tower, a glossy refuge above the city’s hum. Rooms frame the Mekong and Tonle Sap, with sleek design and excellent service. There’s a serene spa, a striking sky pool, and bars made for sunsets. Down below, riverside walks and markets beckon. 9.4
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Raffles Hotel Le Royal is Phnom Penh at its most timeless, a colonial landmark with palms, fans turning lazily, and a sense of history in the corridors. Rooms are classic and comfortable, the pool is an oasis, and the Elephant Bar is a rite of passage. You’re well placed for the river and royal sights. 9.2
Song Saa Private Island
Song Saa Private Island is the kind of place you arrive by boat and immediately start speaking in whispers. Overwater and jungle villas feel handmade and indulgent, with private pools, sunset decks, and a lovely spa. Days are snorkelling, kayaking, and long dinners with sea views. It’s intimate, romantic, and beautifully remote. 9.9
Six Senses Krabey Island
A short boat ride from Sihanoukville, Six Senses Krabey Island is a leafy escape where pool villas hide in the canopy, and the sea is always in view. Expect a superb spa, thoughtful sustainability touches, and excellent dining. The vibe is serene, barefoot, and grown-up, ideal for switching off completely. 9.6
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