Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor
1 Vithei Charles de Gaulle
Khum Svay Dang Kum
Siem Reap – Cambodia
www.raffles.com/siemreap
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Accor
Date of Creation
1932
Hotel General Manager
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Hotel Positioning
Luxury five star hotel, across from the Royal Palace, one of the greatest hotels of the legendary Grand Tour of Indochina.
RAFFLES GRAND HOTEL D’ANGKOR
History & Story
Inaugural opening in 1932, the hotel reopened as Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in 1997.
Date added extensions
1997
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has been open in the heart of Siem Reap since 1932, and was the first luxury hotel to provide elegant accommodation to travellers eager to discover the marvels of Angkor Wat. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Angkor UNESCO World Heritage Site and a 50-minute drive from Siem Reap International Airport.
Grand Hotel d’Angkor features an award-winning swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, tennis courts and a one-of-a-kind cultural resort programme. Set in over 15 acres of beautifully landscaped French gardens, the accommodation blends old-world charm with Cambodian influences and contemporary details. Rooms, suites and villas are characterised by beautifully refined interiors, hardwood floors, traditional ceiling fans, brass rotary telephones, high-speed wi-fi, 24-hour Raffles butler service and stunning views of either the iconic swimming pool or the expansive gardens. As a celebrated culinary destination that combines the best of local culture and cuisine with dishes from around the world, our restaurants and bars feature their own unique setting and atmosphere. Our curated cultural journeys ensure that Grand Hotel d’Angkor retains its position as the original and most inspiring address from which to discover Angkor Wat and its historic environs.
Location
A 55 minutes drive from Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is in the heart of town round the corner from Angkor National Museum.
Located in the French quarter overlooking the Royal Garden, the hotel is only 8 kilometres away from the famed Angkor Temples. Guests can stroll along the beautiful riverside to the vibrant markets in less than 10 minutes on foot, or 3 minutes by Tuk Tuk.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
There are 53 State Rooms (32 sqm), 46 Landmark Rooms (36 sqm), 4 Personality Suites (48 sqm) named after Henri Mouhot, John Thomson, Louise De La Porte and Henri Marchal, 6 Colonial Suites (48 sqm), 1 Landmark Suites (72sqm) and 7 Raffles Suites (72sqm).
The hotel boasts 2 luxurious Two-Bedroom Villas (318sqm), which are the biggest in Siem Reap and a ‘home away from home’ for many rich and famous.
Room amenities:
• Complimentary wireless internet access
• Round the clock butler service with signature Khmer hospitality
• Fresh tropical fruit platter in room, replenished daily
• Minibar with tea and coffee facility
• Complimentary bottled drinking water daily
• Ceiling fan and individual thermostat control air conditioning
• Raffles signature bathroom amenities
• Flower decoration in room
• Housekeeping service with nightly turn down
• International direct dialing (IDD)
• Two-line telephone in bedroom / extension line in bathroom
• In-room safe
• Raffles signature bathroom amenities and toiletries
• Bath robes and slippers
• Daily local newspaper
• LCD flat screen TV with international satellite channels
• Wake-up call service with tea or coffee delivery
All suites and villas include:
• Private balcony or terrace with seating area
• iPod docking station
• Original claw-footed bathtubs
Restaurants & Bars
• 1932
The restaurant showcases Royal Khmer cuisine and Western fine dining. The ancient Royal Khmer cuisine has been handed down over centuries by the chefs of the Royal Palace. The finest ingredients are blended to create a distinct gastronomic experience
• Wine Cellar
One of the finest wine selections in Asia and our guests can choose their favorite vintages or have a great opportunity to converse with our Sommelier to make a new discovery that will match their dining experience and expectations.
• Elephant Bar
No visit to Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor would be complete without having a cocktail at the famous Elephant Bar – this is Siem Reap’s most celebrated bar, full of history and stories.
• Café d’Angkor
‘Home’ to our signature champagne breakfast, the café is open for lunch and dinner with Asian and continental dishes enticingly created to offer the best of both worlds. Enjoy alfresco dining on the patio overlooking the pool or relax inside with the comfort of air-conditioning. For a visit to the temples, picnic baskets and fresh-made bakery items are available for takeaway.
• Poolside Terrace
Surrounded by fragrant Frangipani trees, this is the perfect spot for daytime light meals or cocktail by the pool. The menu also features a selection of Raffles Amrita Spa dishes for the more health conscious. Alternatively our butler can arrange a candlelit dinner* à deux by the pool… (* cost applies)
• The Conservatory
A wonderful colonial atmosphere overlooking the pool and gardens, and is best known for the traditional afternoon tea. Why not enjoy a cocktail or aperitif to the soothing music by our pianist in the evening?
• Raffles Marquee
Situated in the serene gardens and surrounded by traditional Cambodian boundary stones with majestic wooden gates at the entrance, the Raffles Marquee is a must to experience in Cambodia. Enjoy a majestic performance with Cambodian dances and Khmer martial art with a delightful selection of pan-Asian barbeque cuisine. This distinctive Cambodian venue is very versatile – for parties, barbecues and pre-dinner cocktails.
Wellness
• Raffles Spa
Our Spa features male and female wet areas with saunas, steam rooms and a Jacuzzi as well as six comfortably appointed treatment rooms. While spending time at the spa, take time to renew your energy with a swim in our outdoor swimming pool.
• 35m outdoor lap pool and family fun pool – the Kingdom’s largest pool modeled on the ancient bathing pools in Angkor
• Two tennis courts
Corporate & Celebration Events
Historic décor and with impeccable service, let Raffles Grand Hotel d’ Angkor arrange an unforgettable experience for your guests:
Café d’ Angkor (Dining seating up to 100 persons)
• 1932 (Dining seating up to 120 persons)
• Raffles Marquee (Dining seating up to 250 persons)
• Poolside (Dining seating up to 450 persons)
• Kravan Room (Dinning seating up to 80 persons)
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
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