This is an ambitious option for a family holiday, but no less magical if you know what you’re in for. Many of our featured hotels offer family rooms and spaces for family entertainment and relaxation, but most of them are catered towards adults. Once you’ve seen the jaw-dropping remnants of Angkor Wat, take the kids to the nearby zip-line eco park, where you can glide through the thick jungle canopy while getting a bird’s eye view of the foliage below. Elsewhere, the stilt villages on Tonlé Sap Lake will leave your children slack jawed at the ingenuity that some cultures go to in order to adapt to their surroundings. The Cambodian people have a gentle nature so your family will be welcomed warmly.
Belmond La Residence d’Angkor
‘Intimate Retreat in a Beautiful Setting’
Surrounded by peaceful gardens and built in traditional Khmer style, Belmond La Residence d’Angkor offers an authentic Cambodian experience in the centre of Siem Reap. Situated on the banks of a tree-lined river, from here you can explore the lively markets and ancient temples with ease. Upon your return you can relax beside the tranquil swimming pool or indulge in a treatment at the Kong Kea Spa. When dining you can choose from two restaurants serving international and Khmer cuisine with a contemporary twist. Elegant rooms and suites open out to private terraces where views of the pool, gardens and river can be admired.
Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
‘Riverside Location; Colonial Elegance’
Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra is a colonial style hotel situated by the river in the old quarter of the city. Set amidst landscaped gardens, this upscale hotel simply screams elegance. The rooms are designed to be comfortable yet chic and some include Club benefits such as evening wine tastings. The hotel features a swimming pool, fitness centre and tranquil spa, plus access to a sports club with tennis and squash courts. Dining at the hotel is a delight with live cooking stations and an array of Japanese, Chinese and Italian cuisines.
Six Senses Krabey Island
‘Stunning Setting; Plunge Pool Villas’
Six Senses Krabey Island is set on a 30-acre tropical island, reachable from the mainland by speedboat. It features just 40 villas with each boasting an infinity plunge pool. For leisure there is a beach, swimming pool and spa, as well as boat excursions and water sports. For kids there is a dedicated club. Four restaurants and bars range from a treetop venue to a sunset cocktail bar.
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