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Luxury travel in Cambodia

Luxury Travel in Cambodia 2026

Cambodia at the top end: the properties, tables, and experiences that justify their prices — and those that don't.

The short answer: start with Amansara, Rosewood Phnom Penh and Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor. This guide profiles 5+ luxury hotels and experiences in Cambodia, with prices, timing, and the practical notes that decide whether each one earns a place in your plan.

Cambodia captivates visitors with the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex, French colonial architecture, and pristine tropical beaches. From the bustling capital of Phnom Penh to the serene countryside, Cambodia offers an unforgettable blend of ancient history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality.

Luxury hotels

Five-star and palace properties.

5-Star

Amansara

$900+/night4.9/5

One of Asia's most celebrated luxury hotels, set in King Sihanouk's former guest villa adjacent to Angkor. Amansara offers just 24 intimate suites with plunge pools, a legendary spa, and private access to Angkor at dawn before other visitors arrive.

5-Star

Rosewood Phnom Penh

$400+/night4.9/5

An ultra-luxury sky hotel occupying the upper floors of Vattanac Capital Tower with panoramic views of Phnom Penh. Features curated Khmer art collections, three restaurants, a sky pool, and the iconic Lennon Bar on the 36th floor.

5-Star

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

$450+/night4.7/5

A legendary colonial-era grand hotel in Siem Reap dating to 1932, offering timeless elegance in the Raffles tradition. Beautifully restored rooms, manicured gardens, two pools, and exceptional cuisine embody Indochine luxury.

Eco-Luxury

Song Saa Private Island

$1,200+/night4.9/5

Cambodia's premier private island resort on twin islands in the Koh Rong archipelago. Overwater villas, coral reef snorkeling from your deck, farm-to-table dining, and a marine conservation commitment create a rare eco-luxury experience.

Boutique Luxury

Belmond La Résidence d'Angkor

$320+/night4.8/5

An intimate luxury retreat in Siem Reap blending French colonial charm with Cambodian artistry. Just 59 teakwood rooms surround a saltwater pool in peaceful gardens near Angkor's temples.

Fine dining

Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.

Fine dining

Malis Restaurant

Contemporary Khmer$60-80/person

Celebrity chef Luu Meng's flagship in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap celebrates Living Cambodian Cuisine with seasonal tasting menus. Elegant Khmer-designed interiors complement dishes like lotus stem salad with prawn and banana blossom fish amok.

Fine dining

Cuisine Wat Damnak

French-Khmer Fusion$50-70/person

Chef Joannès Rivière's award-winning restaurant in Siem Reap serves a frequently-changing set menu showcasing Cambodia's indigenous herbs, vegetables, and freshwater fish in refined French-influenced preparations. Ranked among Asia's best.

Fine dining

Embassy Restaurant at Rosewood Phnom Penh

Khmer Tasting Menu$80-120/person

Sky-high dining on the upper floors of Rosewood Phnom Penh with breathtaking city views. The menu focuses on premium Cambodian ingredients — Kampot pepper beef, line-caught Tonlé Sap fish, and heirloom Cambodian rice varietals.

Fine dining

Terrasse des Éléphants

International Fine Dining$60-90/person

The Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor's signature restaurant serving French and Cambodian cuisine in a gracious colonial setting. The evening tasting menu paired with Cambodian wine and cocktails is a highlight of Siem Reap dining.

Fine dining

Sugar Palm

International$40-65/person

One of Siem Reap's most respected restaurants specializing in traditional Khmer recipes researched and preserved by owner Kethana Dunne. Beautiful traditional decor, attentive service, and authentic dishes rarely found elsewhere.

Exclusive experiences

Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.

Experience

Private Angkor Sunrise with Champagne

$200+

Private tuk-tuk and licensed guide escort you to Angkor Wat before the gates open to general visitors. Watch sunrise from the reflection pool with a champagne breakfast, then explore the temples before tour groups arrive.

Experience

Helicopter Tour over Angkor Wat

$125-300/person

Helistar operates 12-minute to 45-minute scenic helicopter flights over the Angkor Archaeological Park giving aerial views impossible from the ground. A rare perspective on the scale of ancient hydraulic city infrastructure.

Experience

Private Tonlé Sap Sunset Cruise

$150+

Charter a private wooden boat with captain, guide, and onboard chef for a sunset cruise on Southeast Asia's largest lake. Includes canapés, Cambodian wine, and photography of floating villages in golden light.

Experience

Elephant Valley Project Private Day

$250+/person

A full-day ethical elephant experience in Mondulkiri Province where rescued elephants live semi-wild. Private visits include mahout shadow experience, forest walks with elephants, and a traditional Bunong lunch in the village.

Experience

Private Cooking Class at Amansara

$300+

The Amansara resort offers private cooking classes with their executive chef, sourcing ingredients from the morning market before preparing a classic Khmer menu including fish amok, green mango salad, and coconut sweets.

Spas & wellness

World-class spa retreats and treatments.

Spa

Amansara Spa

Set within the exclusive Amansara resort, this intimate spa uses traditional Cambodian healing techniques including kru Khmer herbal remedies, lemongrass compress massages, and balneotherapy. The spa garden features a private outdoor treatment pavilion surrounded by frangipani.

Spa

Bodia Spa

Cambodia's most acclaimed spa brand with flagship locations in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, using certified organic products handcrafted from Khmer botanical ingredients like lotus, kampot pepper, and coconut. Signature treatments include the Khmer Herbal Body Journey.

Spa

La Résidence d'Angkor Spa

The spa at Belmond La Résidence d'Angkor offers Cambodian-inspired treatments in a serene garden setting. The signature Angkor treatment combines a traditional Khmer massage, body wrap using local herbs, and a private pool soak surrounded by tropical gardens.

Luxury transport

Travel in style.

Car
Private chauffeur-driven car from $80/day with a professional English-speaking driver. Premium services include Mercedes E-Class and Toyota Fortuner vehicles available through top hotels.
Air
Helicopter transfers available between Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, and coastal resorts with Helistar Cambodia. Private plane charters available from Phnom Penh International Airport.
Airport
VIP meet-and-greet service available at Phnom Penh and Siem Reap airports through hotels like Amansara and Rosewood. Private terminal transfer, immigration assistance, and direct vehicle transfer available from $50.