Fodor's Expert Review Amansara

The jewel in the crown of Siem Reap hotels, Amansara offers exceptional service, atmosphere, and accommodations in surroundings of understated luxury. The tastefully renovated former guesthouse of King Norodom Sihanouk has become a resort that exudes an old-fashioned grace, where guests enjoy the quiet and me-time comfort of being at home while being indulgently pampered in a hundred small ways. Noteworthy cultural initiatives such as performances and movie screenings supporting the disadvantaged local community are organized throughout the week, and the resort offers exclusive tours and shuttle service to the Angkor temples, where guests can even arrange a personal yoga or meditation class. The Spa offers an exemplary (by international standards) range of therapies for mind, body, and soul, administered by expert professionals, and the two lovely pools are a haven of highly catered relaxation. The simple yet sophisticated restaurant menu changes daily.