Thursday, August 7, 2008

Hotels in Siem Reap

28th Sept to 3rd Oct 2008 - 6days/5 nights
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La Villa Loti (Coconut House – wooaah! Brave enough to try?? Will be something different – we can spend 1 of our nights here if you guys don’t mind packing and unpacking.)
http://www.coconut-hotel-angkor.com/guest-house.php
Along the Siem Reap River on the ancient track to Angkor Wat. The main entrance of the Temple is located at only 2.2 miles (3.5 km), yet we are just a few minutes away from the old market (Psah Chas) with less than a mile.

Checkin: 2pm
Checkout: 12pm
Rates are inclusive of breakfast, 10% govt tax
FREE PICK UP SERVICE FROM AIRPORT OR BOAT PIER
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Hotel De La Paix (Andrew say this is the best hotel! Would loveeeee to stay here and live like a KING on the last night but figured we have to fly at 8.35 the next morning, doesnt seem like it's worth it, what’s your take?) http://www.hoteldelapaixangkor.com/rooms.php
Footsteps from the colourful markets and vibrant night life of the bustling community – yet only seven kilometres from the famous UNESCO world heritage site of Angkor Wat.

Hotel de la Paix, Cambodia is the most stylish of the Siem Reap hotels. It´s hip combination of art deco and traditional Khmer design, will inspire and excite you. It´s romantic and luxurious Spa Indochine, will relax and revive you, whilst it´s eco-tourism projects and community support, will motivate and move you.

Checkin: 2pm
Checkout: 12pm
Rates are inclusive of breakfast, 10% govt tax
FREE PICK UP SERVICE FROM AIRPORT OR BOAT PIER
Who wanna spend some mooolahhh??

Overlooking a Khmer-inspired swimming pool and water garden, the 3 story Spa Indochine offers a haven of peace and tranquility.
3 Double and 2 single treatment rooms, an open-air deluxe suite, Thai massage and expansive rooftop relaxation terrace offer the ultimate in style and indulgence.

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Viroth’s Hotel (HOTHOTHOT!! This is my favourite for value vs money! Nice and modern. Only 7 rooms so we have to book early!)
http://www.viroth-hotel.com/
Conde Nast Traveller - Hot List 2008 World's top new 136 hotels

Situated in the center of the city, and yet presenting you with a tranquil and soothing ambiance. Behind Bopha Hotel, damn central!.
Checkin: 2pm
Checkout: 12pm
Rates are inclusive of breakfast, 10% govt tax, wifi
Experience tranquility and rejuvenation in a private tropical garden with a saltwater pool or indulge in a relaxing massage in the rooftop spa, perhaps dine under the stars this latest addition to Siem Reap. Promises privacy and exclusivity with only 7 guestroom.
The hotel is designed in the Khmer new architecture style with bare white walls beautifully contrasting the elegant objets d'art made from materials found in the Cambodian natural landscape a truly inspiring fusion of man and nature.

Viroth confirmed their availability with me for the dates 28th Sept to 1st Oct. so GREAT! Nett USD70. Other nights we can stay somewhere else.
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Ivy Guesthouse (Highly Recommended by a4trip.com (guide book) guys! They said it's cheap and it's a good experience!)

http://www.talesofasia.com/cambodia-ivy-ivy1.htm
Central City (walking distance from bar street!)

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Tastefully decorated rooms offer comfortable beds, cable TV, A/C, en suite facilities, wardrobe, and balcony.
The restaurant and bar downstairs offers the finest food in Siem Reap at budget prices. The menu, created by a western chef graduated from one of the top culinary schools in the United States, is an eclectic mixture of western cuisines.

The Ivy Guesthouse and Bar is western owned and all bar staff speak English. Popular with tourists and expat residents, the Ivy is an excellent source for information on Siem Reap and on Cambodia in general.

For more information call 012-800-860. International callers dial 855-12-800-860.
Or e-mail: ivyasia@hotmail.com

Review:
This is a great place to stay. It's very central with comfortable rooms, a great atmosphere, good music, really nice, friendly staff - and the best food we tasted in the whole of our Thailand/Cambodia trip. The menu is a mix of western/Khmer and it was all fab - but make sure you try the traditional Khmer curry. Superb!
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Ivy Guesthouse 2 (Highly Recommended by a4trip.com (guide book) guys! They said it's cheap and it's a good experience! This is sooo friggin' cheap and it looks cosy!)
http://www.talesofasia.com/cambodia-ivy-ivy2.htm
Central City (walking distance from bar street!)


Located along the Siem Reap river just minutes from the Old Market area, the Ivy 2 Guesthouse offers clean spacious rooms with en suite facilities. Outdoors is a comfortable lounge area with full bar and restaurant, pool table, music, and more. The menu, offering an eclectic mixture of western and Asian dishes, was created by a western-trained chef, graduated from one of the finest culinary institutions in the United States.

An upstairs balcony offers several hammocks, a television area, and plenty of space for rest after a long day at the temples.

The Ivy 2 offers bicycle rental, reliable information, and much more.

Review:
cool chillin place.... food is great... very friendly. Staff could not help enough and all this for next to no dollars. If you want a place that does not have all the trappings that seem to come with the ever evolving bar street (getting worse each year - if you are american think wildwood NJ if you are english think Southend on Sea) then stay here. Owner is very cool and has a wonderful cambodian wife who can help you if you need real local knowledge...
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FCC Angkor (Comes highly recommended from Jasmain though abit pricey! Restaurant is said to be fantastic. We can stay here for our last 2 nights maybe?)
http://www.fcccambodia.com/angkor/angkor_photos.php?img=26
Central City (walking distance from bar street!)
Checkin: 2pm
Checkout: 12pm
Rates are inclusive of breakfast, 10% govt tax, wifi


Review 1:
We have just returned from a two week trip in Cambodia and this hotel was definitely the highlight in terms of our accomodation!

Review 2:
This is the BEST hotel I've ever stayed in! Even better than the Four Seasons in terms of value and service - this coming from a road warrior who stays in hotels more than 100 days/year
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