"Romantic and luxurious, this eclectic boutique hotel is an inspired fusion of Art Deco elegance and traditional Khmer architecture."
Inspired by the Angkor Wat citidel, five-star Hotel de la Paix in Siem Riap masterfully fuses both ancient and modern elements in its design. You can’t help feeling that you’re a luxury hotel of the future. Columns of geometrically carved stone, the colours of café au lait, support walls which double as canvases for local artists. Ancient Hindu patterns are softened and refinished to the point they seem contemporary.
The facilities
In centre of the courtyard, a gnarled banyan tree serves as an icon mimicked in details throughout the five-star resort. Across from it the suspended "dining beds" capture the luxury hotel's air of laid-back opulence. From the excellent service, to the outstanding martini glasses encased in their own bubble of ice, the De La Paix is intent on creating a new standard of independent luxury hotel.
Stocked minibars come with delicious home-made treats, perfect for a day trek through the temples. If you fancy a more substantial lunch to take with you, order before 2pm and it will be delivered to your room.
The rooms
The three room types of this five-star hotel are all variations on the same theme. The wooden floors are bordered with terrazzo and topped with knitted rugs in browns, greys and creams. Beaten silver statuettes of Apsara and of banyan trees gleam in lapis lazuli back lighting. Even the standing lamps reference the banyan tree theme, throwing leafy shadows around the rooms.
The rooms of this luxury hotel are modern but warm; edges are softened by lavish curtains and cosy pillows. In smaller rooms, textured glass sliding panels either open up the bathrooms for open plan living, or slide closed for more demure couples. Lovers should definitely make use of the tub with room enough for two (and the luscious pots of potions that come with it.)
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Address: Sivutha Boulevard, Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Address: Sivutha Boulevard, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Rates from:
USD 234
Booking info
Arrival:
Fri 17 Oct 2008
Departure: Sat 18 Oct 2008
No. adults: 2
Departure: Sat 18 Oct 2008
No. adults: 2
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Come for
- Spa Indochine with its Khmer-style swimming pool and water garden
- The incredible food
- iPods loaded with walking guides to the temples
Not suitable for
- Guests leery of having every need met
- Those trying to avoid children - the hotel is pretty family friendly
Eating in
Meric is headed by executive chef Joannes Riviere who has created an incredible Khmer and French fusion menu. It is essential to try the excellent Khmer Degustation menu here. For a coffee, sandwich, or to pick up a gourmet picnic basket, head to Cafe de la Paix. And whether you were a guest here or not, you'd have to check out the Arts Lounge. It features a variety of modern and traditional Cambodian art forms and often features celebrity bartenders who bring their unique cocktails and drinks with them.
