Siem Reap luxury hotels
Apr 26, 2019, 6:52 pm
#61
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I have stayed at both, and I think it is a toss up. The Belmond has more of a "sense of place" with the general architecture and the pool area is very nice. The PH is beautifully designed but I also think that it feels more like it could be "in any other city" hotel in many ways.
I had great service at both and both are in great locations with PH being on a busier road, while the Belmond is in a slightly quieter part of town across the river.
Can't comment on food other than both have good breakfast as I have always taken advantage of the ever growing list of great restaurants now in town.
In my opinion you can't go wrong with either.
I had great service at both and both are in great locations with PH being on a busier road, while the Belmond is in a slightly quieter part of town across the river.
Can't comment on food other than both have good breakfast as I have always taken advantage of the ever growing list of great restaurants now in town.
In my opinion you can't go wrong with either.
Apr 26, 2019, 9:19 pm
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It's one of the cheapest PHs in the system and don't expect big city PH hardware or service. Their presidential suite was spacious (huge) but the bathroom was a joke. It has a very nice location though.
Lock up your valuables in Cambodia. Extra locks or use the hotel staff. We had a staff related theft and the hotel did nothing about it.
Lock up your valuables in Cambodia. Extra locks or use the hotel staff. We had a staff related theft and the hotel did nothing about it.
Apr 26, 2019, 11:28 pm
#63
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If only the Anantara were in a good location it would be a clear winner after Aman for within town.
I can't say I particularly liked either (Belmond or Park Hyatt) very much - if I had to go back and pick, I'd probably go Park Hyatt; but I always feel like a good pool is essential for a Siem Reap trip, and Park Hyatt has the opposite of a good pool.
Either way, be prepared for bus loads of tourists as both hotels take on huge bookings.
I can't say I particularly liked either (Belmond or Park Hyatt) very much - if I had to go back and pick, I'd probably go Park Hyatt; but I always feel like a good pool is essential for a Siem Reap trip, and Park Hyatt has the opposite of a good pool.
Either way, be prepared for bus loads of tourists as both hotels take on huge bookings.
Apr 27, 2019, 6:41 am
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It's one of the cheapest PHs in the system and don't expect big city PH hardware or service. Their presidential suite was spacious (huge) but the bathroom was a joke. It has a very nice location though.
Lock up your valuables in Cambodia. Extra locks or use the hotel staff. We had a staff related theft and the hotel did nothing about it.
Lock up your valuables in Cambodia. Extra locks or use the hotel staff. We had a staff related theft and the hotel did nothing about it.
Apr 28, 2019, 12:35 am
#67
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FWIW: Phum Baitang was the first Zannier property I have visited. Since then, we also went to 1898 the Post and Omaanda. Zannier is doing an excellent job and their properties truly belong in this subforum.
Apr 28, 2019, 12:56 am
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Quite honestly no real reason but this sub forum has become so snobby in the last few years when it comes to hotels; it is a great hotel, but small pool and gym, service excellent. Some would argue grounds too small but it is a ‘city’ hotel. When adjusted for the $600 delta to Aman i simply don’t understand how anyone can make that bridge in their head.
Apr 28, 2019, 3:28 am
#69
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Right at the front of this thread I and a few others made the (worth-repeating) point that Amansara's all-inclusive plan (inc. food, drinks and excursions) makes it less expensive than it appears. In fact, Amansara's way of personalising your Angkor experience and the quietude and intimacy of the resort makes it a bit of a bargain.
Apr 28, 2019, 3:56 am
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Right at the front of this thread I and a few others made the (worth-repeating) point that Amansara's all-inclusive plan (inc. food, drinks and excursions) makes it less expensive than it appears. In fact, Amansara's way of personalising your Angkor experience and the quietude and intimacy of the resort makes it a bit of a bargain.
Also good to see Zannier’s resorts mentioned here as I think they do deserve it. Adrian Zecha gave the family quite a bit of advice and I think it shows!
Apr 28, 2019, 6:37 am
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May 4, 2019, 11:48 pm
#73
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Will be trying the Bensley Collection in September. Looks like a good addition for Siem Reap - more reasonable than the Aman and quite central. Will report back.
Sep 28, 2019, 9:05 am
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Just wondering if anybody had been to Phum Baitang this year/recently. I am considering it for a couple of nights in November. I have been to Siem Reap about 15 years ago and stayed at the old Foreign Correspondents Club now the modernised FCC. We have seen the majority of noted temples before so won’t perhaps be out all day as we would be on a first visit. Would prefer something with more of a traditional/colonial feel. The PH seemed to be the no.1 choice after Aman (too expensive and don’t like the architecture) but that also looks quite modern. Would appreciate any advice.
Sep 28, 2019, 4:17 pm
#75
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Any feedback would be much appreciated!
