Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
92 Rukhak Vithei Daun Penh, Sangkat Wat Phnom
Phnom Penh – Kingdom of Cambodia
https://www.raffles.com/phnom-penh
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
AccorHotels
Date of Creation
1929
Hotel General Manager
Mr. Oliver Dudler
Hotel Positioning
Five Star Luxury Hotel, one of Asia’s essential destination hotels, Raffles Hotel Le Royal has been the iconic resting place for the well travelled since 1929.
RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYAL
History & Story
An imposing statement of Khmer, Art Deco and French Colonial style, Hotel Le Royal originally opened its grand doors in 1929. It reopened as Raffles Hotel Le Royal in 1997 after a sensitive extension and refurbishment. To protect this piece of Cambodian heritage, local artisans were commissioned to recreate painted ceilings, decorative beaten copper crests and outdoor sculptures.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal is built around a central private courtyard, with two swimming pools fringed by Frangipani-lined tropical gardens. Raffles is very much part of the history of Phnom Penh. It has stood for 90 years and its walls reflect many of the times it has witnessed, yet while it honours its past, the hotel embraces the city’s dynamic future, continuing to be a focal point of the capital’s business and social scene.
Date added extensions
1997
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Dating from the 1920s, distinguished by its blend of Khmer, Art Deco and French colonial architecture. The hotel commissioned a local traditional Khmer artist’s studio to create painted ceilings, decorative beaten copper crests and outdoor sculptures. The buildings that make up the hotel are set around a large courtyard that encloses two swimming pools and private gardens.
Location
Located in the heart of Phnom Penh, Raffles is just 30 minutes’ drive from Phnom Penh International Airport and barely 5 minutes from the Mekong River Cruise Terminal. Its location in the city puts you within easy reach of Phnom Penh’s top attractions, including the Royal Palace, National Museum, Russian Market and the Riverside Promenade.
Key sites/activities in the area
Wat Phnom – 0.5 km
PP Railway Station – 0.5 km
Central Mall Phnom Penh – 0.7 km
Tonle Sap River – 0.7 km
Central Market – 0.8 km
Cambodia Post Phnom Penh – 0.8 km
Phsar Thmei – 0.8 km
Night Market – 1 km
Riverfront Park – 1 km
Royal Palace Phnom Penh – 1.9 km
Chaktomouk Hall – 2.3 km
Cambodian Independence Monument – 2.4 km
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum – 3 km
Russian Market – 4.8 km
Killing Fields – Choeung Ek – 10.4 km
Oudong Mountain – 40 km
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
In Residence at Raffles
We offer 175 rooms, apartments and suites, each tastefully appointed with Art Deco-style furnishings and Cambodian objects d’ art.
• 102 State Rooms (33sqm)
• 38 Landmark Rooms (32sqm)
• 13 Executive Suites (66sqm)
• 10 Colonials Suites (50sqm)
• 4 Personality Suites (48sqm)
• 2 Balcony Suites (48qm)
• 5 Landmark Suites (140sqm)
• 1 Le Royal Suite (228sqm)
• Interconnecting rooms are available on request.
Room Features
• All rooms have either a private balcony or oversized living area
• Raffles Butler Service is offered for Suites and Landmarks Rooms
• Complimentary daily bottled water
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Complimentary daily tropical fruit basket
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Two-line telephone with international direct dialling
• Complimentary e-newspaper via Press Reader
Restaurants & Bars
Restaurant Le Royal
Restaurant Le Royal is Phnom Penh’s most elegant dining room. Dramatic chandeliers hang from a glorious hand-painted ceiling created by royal artist Assasax. It is one of the few restaurants in the world that serves both Royal Khmer and modern western cuisine, complete with signature gueridon service. Raffles Weekend Brunch is not to be missed with free-flow champagne and cocktails. Hours of Operation: Lunch: 12:00pm to 2:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Brunch: 12:00pm to 3:00pm (Saturday & Sunday)
Dinner: 6:30pm to 10:30pm (Monday to Sunday)
Dress Code: Elegant
Café Monivong
A relaxed café-style restaurant with the option of dining on the outdoor terrace. Offers an extensive buffet breakfast and international dinner buffet or a la carte.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Sunday
Breakfast: 6:00am to 10:00am (10:30am during weekends)
Dinner: 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Dress Code: Smart casual
Elephant Bar
A trip to Phnom Penh is not complete without a visit to the famous Elephant Bar. An institution in the city, it is also where the famous Raffles Afternoon Tea is served. The bar stocks a full range of wines, beers and spirits including one of Asia’s largest selection of gins. It’s signature cocktail is the ‘Femme Fatale’, created especially for Jacqueline Kennedy during her visit to Cambodia in 1967. The bar offers leather couches, restaurant seating and seats at the bar. You also have the option of relaxing on the balcony overlooking the tropical Elephant Bar garden.
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday: 2:00 pm to 12:00 midnight
Saturday and Sunday (including Public Holidays): 12:00 pm to 12:00 midnight
Elephant Bar Happy Hour: 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm, with a 50% discount on selected drinks
Afternoon Tea: 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Dress Code: Smart casual
The Writer’s Bar / The Conservatory
The Writer’s Bar honours literary luminaries such as Andre Malraux and Somerset Maugham, both of whom have been our guests. Offering an impressive and comprehensive list of beverages, it is also where Afternoon Tea is served.
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Sunday
7:00pm to 11:00pm
Afternoon Tea: 2.30pm to 5.30pm Dress Code: Smart casual
Poolside Terrace
Located beside the sanctuary of the swimming pool, the Poolside Terrace is the ideal place to relax in the shade of the fragrant Frangipani trees. Cool off with chilled beers, wine and tropical cocktails which are served with tapas and light meals. Our attentive pool attendants will serve you right at your sun lounger.
Hours of Operation:
Swimming Pool: 6:00am to 10:00pm
Service Hours: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Apsara Terrace
During the dry months of November through to March, we open up our tropical gardens to stage the Apsara Terrace. A ‘must-do’ in Cambodia, enjoy an extensive market-style buffet dinner with a wide selection of Cambodian and pan-Asian dishes while you are enthralled by a performance of Cambodian dance.
Wellness
Raffles Spa
Imagine a revitalizing oasis, right in the heart of Phnom Penh. Where every element is carefully
considered and authentic treatments are offered with charming and graceful finishing touches.
Connected to Cambodia and the world, we offer a range of traditional Khmer and modern treatments.
Leisurely pursuits include:
• Raffles Spa
• Fitness Centre
• Swimming Pool
• Raffles Shopping Arcade
Corporate & Celebration Events
For over a century, Raffles hotels have been known as the meeting place for great minds; very special places where imaginations can take flight and inspiration arrive. In designing our hotel, Raffles has created the finest address in Phnom Penh. It is the perfect venue for any event, where the only limitation is your imagination. Create unforgettable memories with us.
Extra Notable Features
Everything you’d expect – and a few things you might not. Raffles Hotel Le Royal welcomes special requests.
• Hotel Boutiques – Gallery, fashion & accessories
• Airport limousine service
• Concierge service including local tours and guides
• Car parking
• On-site ATM
• Babysitting service
• Doctor-on-call
• Laundry and dry-cleaning services
• Royal Khmer cooking class (24 hours’ prior reservation required)
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia
“2012 Award of Excellence”, Tripadvisor, 2012
Number of employees
300