Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Raffles Siem Reap. We took one of their tours to Angkor Wat and the tour and guide was fantastic. We also spent a few days exploring Siem Reap and enjoying the hotel itself. The hotel itself is beautiful. It’s almost 100 years old but has been kept up to date and maintained with attention to detail and care, so it has all the mod cons you need while still keeping its historic charm. But the best thing about this hotel is the staff. So warm and friendly, they make you feel so welcome. We really enjoyed our chats with all the staff and learning about their culture. And the food. Probably the best food we’ve ever had in a hotel. Most hotels are good at a few things, but the Raffles Siem Reap was consistently great for every single meal. To the point we were wondering if there’s anything they couldn’t do well. Fantastic food, fantastic people, fantastic hotel.

Took my parents to have dinner at 1932 during father's day. The food was great but what really made it special was the people there. Everyone was welcoming, considerate and made it comfortable for us. Not to mention the extra step they took to surprise my dad with a cake.

We chose this hotel as we have stayed at Raffles Singapore three times, twice before it was refurbished & the once after. This hotel is reminiscent of the ‘old’ Raffles Singapore with its beautiful teak flooring and similar old fashioned marble bathroom although this one was much smaller, massive beds and extremely comfortable. They also had an incredibly old wooden elevator with open metal doors which is apparently the oldest lift in Indochina ! The staff are very attentive and pleasant. The outside area is nice to wonder around but the pool steals the show it’s wonderful with plenty of loungers to relax on. This is an ideal place to stay when visiting Angkor Wat and after a 4am alarm call and a 5am pick up to see the sunrise at Angkor Wat the breakfast box is a fantastic surprise as it’s not your usual box but in fact a rucksack containing yoghurt, pastries, croissants, jam, orange juice & flasks of tea which we enjoyed sitting in peace and tranquility by a lake a short drive from the temple complex. A 4 star was given only for the reason that upon our return around 11.45am after visiting Angkor Wat we could not access our room for a much needed shower as housekeeping were still cleaning our room, we politely waited for around 20 to 30 minutes and eventually had to ask them to come back to finish it after we had showered and got changed. Also ideally located as not far to get a tuk tuk into the town to enjoy an evening out which was great fun.

Staying at Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor during Cambodia’s rainy season brings a heightened sense of the comfort it was originally designed to offer—a sanctuary for a select few. In recent years, I’ve stayed at heritage hotels across the world. Against the relentless tide of time, these establishments strive to preserve the grace of a bygone era. Time has endowed them not only with enduring reputations and lasting service standards, but also with the weight of history—they become microcosms of a city, and sometimes even of a nation’s modern journey. For Siem Reap, and indeed for the golden age of Cambodia itself, its story finds a quiet home at Raffles. In the long shadows of the past, a different way of life is preserved here. If you wish to experience the French elegance of Cambodia’s golden era while in Siem Reap, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is an essential stop along your journey. Facilities: Impeccable. The rooms feel freshly refurbished, and a soothing scent of lemongrass drifts through every corridor. Despite the renovations, the hotel retains its timeless French charm. Service: The staff are attentive and unfailingly courteous. Nearly everyone I encountered greeted me by name. The service strikes just the right balance—never intrusive, but always present the moment you need something. Dining: One of the highlights is the inclusion of champagne at breakfast. We also enjoyed a traditional Khmer tasting menu at Restaurant 1932. The sommelier was exceptional—each pairing was thoughtful and pitch-perfect. I can still recall the delicate flavor of banana blossom.

Stunning hotel with excellent service and most beautiful swimming pool and gardens, absolutely loved our 3 night stay. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Angkor Wat as an oasis to retreat and recharge. The food and drinks were delicious and staff so incredibly helpful and friendly. Highlight of my stay was also the free yoga class offered by hotel, doing yoga in such a beautiful garden is a truly magical experience.