The Cambodia-based Anantara Angkor Resort has reopened, following renovations to the resort’s suites, restaurants and common areas.
The resort is located in Siem Reap, home to the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient Khmer ruins, including the Eighth Wonder of the World, Angkor Wat.
Each of the 39 suites have undergone a complete upgrade and are accented with teak wood trimmings and sandstone sculptures reminiscent of the Cambodian Apsara dancers. Premier suites have wet rooms with freestanding bathtub and oversized rain shower and premier terrace suites come with private plunge pools.
The prestigious Anantara and Sothea suites have private gardens and those on the second level have a large balcony that allows for in-suite al fresco dining. Each suite has separate lounge living areas. Each of those suite’s bathrooms have twin wardrobes and vanity units, a rain shower and water closet, and en-suite spa room with daily massage inclusion. The Sothea also includes a whirlpool Jacuzzi bath.
The one- and two-bedroom Jim Thompson explorer suites, 178 and 235 square meters respectively, are decorated in imported boldly-colored Thai silk.
The hotel’s ground level is reminiscent of a grand Khmer villa, with a central courtyard pool inspired by an ancient royal bathing pool. Featuring naturally salted water, its therapeutic properties require no chemicals.
Other amenities include chauffeured round trip airport transfers, an Experience Butler service, unlimited private tuk tuk transfers to and from city center, a complimentary in-room minibar, plus exclusive in-suite spa treatments for the Anantara and Sothea suites. Two all-inclusive packages are also available.
Experience Butlers greet guests with a white lotus, a symbol of purity and enlightenment in Khmer culture, before guiding them to the Anantara Spa for a welcoming foot ritual. They remain on-hand to personalize the guest’s experience, from temple tours to jungle exploration and countryside visits for their guests.
The hotel also has a new restaurant concept, Chi Restaurant and Bar. Offering progressive Khmer cuisine, Chi derives its name from the Khmer word for herb, and indigenous herbs and spices from the resort’s garden are used in the cuisine.
Inside the restaurant, brass chandeliers recreated by local craftsmen depict the Khmer Buddhist “umbrellas,” which are believed to offer divine protection to royalty.
Dining by Design journeys include a private chef and butler, a choice of connoisseur menus, and a courtyard setting. Guests can choose to take their dining experiences to hidden temples or countryside rice paddies a service offered exclusively to Anantara guests.