Raffles Hotel Le Royal

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Overview

A historic landmark once frequented by Cambodian royalty, Raffles Hotel Le Royal is a grand oasis in the vibrant city of Phnom Penh, offering a luxurious stay in a lush, riverside setting.

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Key Features

  • Choose from 54 elegantly designed suites, featuring private balconies, spacious lounge areas, marble bathrooms, cocktail bars and stunning views of the city or lush landscaped gardens.
  • Nestled in the city centre of Phnom Penh, the hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of many iconic cultural landmarks, offering a peaceful stay with everything at your fingertips.
  • Curated cultural activities include world-class Khmer culinary experiences, private temple tours with expert guides, bespoke spa treatments, scenic helicopter flights and boat rides down the Mekong River.
  • Facilities include an exquisite restaurant and brasserie serving authentic Cambodian cuisine, a poolside terrace, fitness centre and tranquil spa complete with a sauna, Jacuzzi and five treatment rooms.

Location

Located in Cambodia’s southern lowlands, Phnom Penh has long attracted travellers for its ancient temples, lively bazaars and fragrant markets overflowing with spices and silks. Hotel Le Royal is set in the heart of the city’s historic Wat Phnom district on a frangipani-lined avenue, surrounded by tranquil courtyards and lush tropical gardens. This urban oasis is perfectly located for exploring the city’s iconic cultural landmarks, with the magnificent Wat Phnom temple, Royal Palace and numerous markets just a short stroll away. It offers easy access to the riverfront and ensures a peaceful stay in a stunning setting.

Design

Designed by architect Ernest Hébrard in the late 1920s, Hotel Le Royal fuses classic French colonial architecture with Art Deco design and Khmer influences. Rich hardwood floors, hand-painted ceiling murals, shuttered windows and sculptural details have been carefully preserved, while modern comforts include a state-of-the-art spa, beautifully landscaped gardens and two swimming pools inspired by royal Khmer bathing traditions. Each suite is spacious and elegantly designed – many with private balconies, original clawfoot bathtubs, spacious lounge areas and marble bathrooms, making it an exceptionally luxurious city escape.

Activities

Rich in culture and history, Phnom Penh offers plenty to keep you occupied. Visit the Royal Palace to discover the National Museum alongside a lead curator or enjoy an afternoon tea with a Cambodian princess, learning of her royal heritage and cultural traditions. Gain true insight into the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge through sensitively curated days spent with survivors. Embark on a privately guided culinary tour of the city led by an esteemed chef, uncovering restaurants loved by locals and hidden gems in the food markets. Travel by helicopter to Siem Reap and tour the temples of Angkor Wat or spend time enjoying the hotel, opting for a traditional Khmer massage in the tranquil spa or an outdoor cinema experience beneath a canopy of stars.

Dining

Capturing the vibrant flavours of Cambodia, the hotel’s exquisite Restaurant Le Royal serves Khmer cuisine with a contemporary twist, based on recipes handed down by the royal family. Dishes are crafted with precision by master chefs and served in a historic setting beneath hand-painted ceiling frescoes and glittering chandeliers. Le Phnom 1929, the hotel’s elegant brasserie, offers a free-flow à la carte breakfast to start your day in style, while the Elephant Bar is famous for its signature Femme Fatale cocktail, created especially for Jacqueline Kennedy during her 1967 stay at the hotel. Other settings for meals and drinks include a charming deli and the poolside terrace, where sundowners are served by the pool beneath fragrant frangipani trees.

Why we love it

 

For over a century, Raffles Hotel Le Royal has welcomed royalty, diplomats and many other illustrious guests, making it a standout hotel in Phnom Penh. For its original 1920s Art Deco design, exquisite Khmer cuisine and idyllic location in the heart of the city, it is celebrated as one of the finest luxury hotels in Cambodia.

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