Raffles Le Royal has been voted the ‘Best Hotel in Cambodia’ by the readers of the DestinAsian magazine.
“Originally opened in 1929, Phnom Penh’s Grande Dame is more inviting than ever thanks to a recent restoration project,” said the editorial. “Parisian-style all-day brasserie Le Phnom 1929 is a new addition to the culinary lineup, while the legendary Elephant Bar remains a popular haunt for afternoon tea and happy-hour cocktails.”
“We are delighted and honoured to receive this vote of confidence after such a challenging period with the pandemic lockdown and a major renovation on our hands,” said Dennis de Groot, the hotel’s general manager.
The hotel said in a statement that each of its 175 rooms and suites underwent a full refurbishment as part of a one-year restoration project in 2019. Guests will notice lighter and brighter interiors, accentuated by spotlights. Segafredo coffee machines, USB charging stations, and Simmons pillow-top mattresses are among the new features that add modern appeal, it said.
Traditionalists will be relieved to hear that the heart and soul of this vintage landmark hotel have been lovingly maintained. The hardwood floors have been polished to a squeak; the ceiling fans still whirl, and the old brass rotary telephones continue to ring, it added.
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