Raffles' 1932 Siem Reap property — colonial-era grand hotel within walking distance of Angkor Wat's temple complex.
BrandRaffles Hotels & Resorts
DestinationSiem Reap
RegionAsia
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingHistoric hotel with Art Deco design
Best ForAngkor Wat-focused travelers seeking grand-hotel service at temple proximity, repeat Raffles guests collecting heritage properties, couples on milestone Southeast Asia trips.
PrivacyHigh
ServiceBespoke Concierge Service
ButlerPersonalized butler service
Private PoolNo
Built1932
Renovated2019
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor opened in 1932 as one of French Indochina's grand hotels, positioned within walking distance of the Angkor Wat temple complex. The property underwent a full renovation in 2019, preserving its Art Deco and colonial architectural elements while updating infrastructure. The
Key Features
Heritage building with colonial architecture
World-class dining options
Luxury spa and wellness services
Stunning pool surrounded by gardens
Exceptional concierge service
Dining
Restaurant Le Grand
Café dAngkor
Elephant Bar
Signature Experience
Walking to Angkor Wat at dawn from a colonial-era grand hotel — the proximity eliminates the usual pre-dawn drive from Siem Reap town center.
The only colonial-era grand hotel within walking distance of Angkor Wat, with 1932 architecture preserved through the 2019 renovation. Raffles' butler service and bespoke concierge programming at temple-access proximity.
Signature Suite: Royal Suite
Expansive living area, private balcony with garden views, bespoke furnishings, luxurious bathroom with soaking tub
Accolades
Featured in DestinAsian Readers Choice Awards 2026
Best time: November through February offers the ideal dry season — clear skies, temperatures around 28°C, and lush vegetation from the preceding rains that makes Angkor's temples photogenically perfect.
Demand: Peak demand concentrates in the November through February dry season with Christmas and New Year commanding maximum occupancy. Shoulder months October and March offer exceptional value with minimal quality compromise.
Pricing: December and January rates at Amansara and La Résidence Angkor peak significantly. October represents perhaps the finest value window — freshly verdant temples, warm conditions, and reduced competition for bookings.
Insider tip: Angkor Wat sunrise requires advance planning — ultra-luxury concierges can arrange exclusive dawn access before the public gates open, with private breakfast served on site. This experience justifies staying at Siem Reap's top properties.
Avoid: June through August brings Cambodia's monsoon season with heavy daily rainfall, though temples remain accessible and prices are at their lowest for those unconcerned by afternoon showers.
