Amansara

Originally reserved for guests of King Sihanouk, like Jackie Kennedy and Charles de Gaulle, this residence just a few kilometres from Angkor Wat has retained its spirit of hospitality. Twenty-four guest rooms emphasise openness to the outdoors and natural light, thanks to large floor-to-ceiling windows, showcasing the Khmer heritage through a blend of carved sandstone panels and lacquered boxes. The aesthetic of the 1960s is evoked through subtle touches, such as the use of rosewood, black terrazzo and low benches, while the circular dining room breaks with the straight-lined architecture that characterised the original building, providing an evocative setting for dishes with an authentically Cambodian flavour. Treatments rooted in spiritual traditions (the Apsara approach, centred on aromatherapy) reveal the singular essence of the retreat, along with a chance to explore the remnants of Angkor’s grandeur.