Best Independent Style Hotels in Phnom Penh

As a long-established luxury travel publication, The Luxury Editor is known for showcasing hotels that go beyond star ratings alone and focus on what really matters to discerning travellers seeking a memorable stay in a independent style hotel in Phnom Penh. Service, design, atmosphere, sense of place and the overall quality of the guest experience all play a part in whether a property earns its place in our curated list.

Whether you are at the early stages of planning or already comparing a shortlist, our choice of independent style hotels in Phnom Penh is a credible and useful guide, with easy booking options too.

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Cambodia, Phnom Penh

The Balé Phnom Penh

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 18 Spacious Suites with Modern Asian Design
Amenities Theato Restaurant Serves Khmer & International Cuisine,intimate Spa, Fully Equipped Gym, 30m Riverside Pool, & Unique Event Spaces
More Located along the Mekong River, Approximately 15 Minutes North of Phnom Penh

There are just 18 suites at The Balé, a contemporary boutique low-rise complex that’s right beside the river. The zen-like grounds include a Buddha, a pink palimanan sandstone walkway, a black-bottomed infinity pond, lemongrass, spider lilies, aromatic frangipani trees and the Lee Kuan Yew plant. A true oasis, it’s a place to come and unwind. Swim with a river view in the blue-tiled 30-metre pool, or take a Khmer cooking class in-house. Private dine under the stars in your suite’s courtyard or on the deck and take public meals at Theatro, a destination restaurant.

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