“If it’s good enough for Angelina, it’s good enough for us – Phum Baitang’s A-list approach to luxury integrates drool-worthy design within a spectacular ‘green village’ concept. The 45 hardwood villas are wonderfully characterful and relaxing, perfect for unwinding in rural tranquility. ”
“If it’s good enough for Angelina, it’s good enough for us – Phum Baitang’s A-list approach to luxury integrates drool-worthy design within a spectacular ‘green village’ concept. The 45 hardwood villas are wonderfully characterful and relaxing, perfect for unwinding in rural tranquility. ”
Hotel Review
Angelina Jolie’s hotel of choice when she’s in town, Phum Baitang is a five-star hideaway with serious celebrity credentials. On the outskirts of Siem Reap, the hotel is a fully immersive experience built around a ‘green village’ concept that integrates working rice paddies within its grounds. The 45 wooden villas – 25 of which have private plunge pools – are odes to rustic chic design: think muted linen furnishings, beamed ceilings and numerous soft spots to sink into for a nap. If you can drag yourself away from all that, head to the 50m outdoor infinity pool which boasts spectacular views across the 8-acre property. The nearby pool bar serves up light meals to peckish sun-seekers, while the Cigar Lounge’s colonialist-inspired decor begs guests to sit down with a gin and tonic at sunset.
Written by Pip Usher
Recommended For
- Romantic Break
- Romantic villas are ideal for couples dreaming of spa afternoons and candlelit dinners after mornings of exploring
- Families
- With private villas and pools, plus a kids club and babysitting services, this is a top spot for a family holiday
- Other Activities
- Take to the skies to fly above the Angkor temple complex on a private helicopter tour
- Trekking
- Go hiking amidst the rivers and forests of Phnom Kulen National Park
- Riding
- The hotel will gladly help you organise horse riding excursions through the surrounding countryside
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotel hosts evening cultural programmes and performances, from dancing to music.
- Learning
- Learn about local craftsmanship at Artisans Angkor – Les Chantiers Écoles.
- Cooking classes
- Local markets
- Great walks
- Cycling
- Sights nearby
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Family Suites
- Quiet
- Eco
- Kids Club
- Secluded setting
- Romantic
- Designer
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Private Hot Tub
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Artworks
- Boutique
- Chic
- Child friendly
- Views
- Wellbeing
- Traditional
- Charming
- Luxury
- Intimate
Facilities
- Sauna/Steam
- Outdoor dining
- Airport transfer
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Bar
- Family Suites
- Parking
- Bath robes
- Safe
- Kids Club
- Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
- Meeting Room
- Cots available
- Massage
- Views
- No pets
- Bicycle hire
- Sit-out Terrace
- Private Hot Tub
- Laundry
- 24 Hour room service
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Swimming Pool
- Garden
- Child friendly
- Sitting Room
- Room service
- Games room
- Suites
- Private villas
- Hot Tub
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- In room music system
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
Activities
- Other Activities
- Take to the skies to fly above the Angkor temple complex on a private helicopter tour
- Trekking
- Go hiking amidst the rivers and forests of Phnom Kulen National Park
- Riding
- The hotel will gladly help you organise horse riding excursions through the surrounding countryside
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotel hosts evening cultural programmes and performances, from dancing to music.
- Learning
- Learn about local craftsmanship at Artisans Angkor – Les Chantiers Écoles.
- Local markets
- Great walks
- Cycling
- Sights nearby
- Cooking classes
Map & Location
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Phum Baitang, Siem Reap, Cambodia - hotel review:
With the charming, once sleepy, Siem Reap now bulging at the seams, the timing could not be better for a hotel to open outside town, in the tranquil Cambodian countryside, yet still within easy reach of the temples that draw the crowds.
Originally published by The Independent (view article)
