Hotels · Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA
Our take
A century of colonial gravity lives in these walls — Somerset Maugham drank here, and the Elephant Bar still pours like it remembers. Le Royal is Phnom Penh's most loaded address: Khmer art deco bones, two pools sunk into serious gardens, and a hush that the city outside cannot touch. History enthusiasts and luxury travelers who want *context* with their thread count will find few rivals. Come for the weight of the place. If you need a beach, a rooftop infinity edge, or anything resembling resort-mode, look elsewhere — this hotel deals in atmosphere, not amenities theatre.
Notable Features
- Elephant Bar with iconic cocktails — a genuine colonial-era institution
- Two swimming pools set within lush, manicured gardens
- Heritage Suites furnished with period pieces that earn the word 'heritage'
💡 Insider Tip
"Request a Landmark Room. Original clawfoot bathtubs, vintage ceiling fans, and walls that predate the Khmer Rouge — it's the closest thing to sleeping inside the city's memory. The upgrade cost is negligible. The experience is not."
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