We are so grateful for the wonderful trip to Cambodia, and the joy and family connection it created for us. Steve in Cambodia was great to work with and we had a chance to connect during our time in Siem Reap!
The guides, drivers, hotels & staff, and experiences were all fantastic. Horn (Siem Reap) and Lenh (Phnom Penh) shared much of their own personal life experiences beyond their rich knowledge of their country/regions/cities, which created deep personal connections we couldn’t...
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We are so grateful for the wonderful trip to Cambodia, and the joy and family connection it created for us. Steve in Cambodia was great to work with and we had a chance to connect during our time in Siem Reap!
The guides, drivers, hotels & staff, and experiences were all fantastic. Horn (Siem Reap) and Lenh (Phnom Penh) shared much of their own personal life experiences beyond their rich knowledge of their country/regions/cities, which created deep personal connections we couldn’t have created if we’d planned and executed our trip DIY. And Wanna Rith in PP, who led us in our street food dining tour, is a treasure!! He was hilarious to hang out with. Our time in the jungles of the Cardamom Mountains at the Cardamom Tented Camp was also very special with wonderful staff taking care of us and creating rich memories.
We’ll be thrilled to recommend our friends to work with KimKim and Travel Asia a la Carte to arrange travel in Cambodia!
Hotel Reviews
Sokkhak Boutique Resort
Siem Reap City
Wonderful boutique hotel excellently managed and staffed, and conveniently located between Angkor and downtown Siem Reap, meaning it was serene and quiet. The staff were fantastic and the service they provided was amazing, interior and exterior decor is beautiful and the rooms are well appointed. And one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in! The dining room and the menu were exceptional.
Looking forward to our next stay!
Location
Quiet and serene, located outside the noise and bustle of downtown Siem Reap, close to Angkor Wat.
Staff
Exception service and attention
Palace Gate Hotel & Resort
Phnom Penh
Fantastic hotel with excellent amenities. Very family friendly for older children. we have two teenagers and they stayed in an adjoining room. Central location close to the Royal Palace and other attractions. Very walkable location. Service, restaurant, rooftop bar and other amenities are five-star.
Cardamom Tented Camp
Trapeang Rung
Such a wonderful experience in the middle of the Cambodian jungle. Just the right balance between luxury and “roughing it”! The tents were amazing. Note that there is no air-conditioning, and the temperatures in the tent reflect the ambient temperatures of the jungle. Each tent is equipped with a fan to move the air around.
The location on the river is idyllic. The food and service is fantastic. We had a great time with our guides trekking in the jungle and boating on the river int he evenings, wildlife spotting. Highly recommend for an unforgettable family experience.
Authenticity & Character
The exterior of the hotel is showing some age (cracked stucco, peeling paint).
We found the extent of smoking permitted in the dining area and on the private beach offputting. It would be good for the hotel to implement a “no smoking” policy in the dining area and on the private beach.
Staff
They were incredibly friendly, helpful and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The floor in our room hadn’t been cleaned in some time: there were dried coffee splashes on the floor.
Local specialist: Steve Lidgey
