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- Verdict: Yes, FCC Angkor by Avani is a rewarding choice for travellers who love character: a former French governor's residence in the Old French Quarter, with 80 rooms and suites, rated 4.6 on Google.
- Best for: Heritage lovers, couples and families who want a relaxed mood, a central address by the river and breakfast included with every room.
- Check: The number of pools, airport transfer cost, room sizes and cancellation terms are confirmed on the hotel's own page.
- Book: Enter the same dates and guests on Agoda and Booking.com, then compare breakfast, taxes and flexibility before you pay.
FCC Angkor by Avani occupies a former French governor's residence in Siem Reap's Old French Quarter. Google Maps describes it as lodging in a genteel mansion with a restaurant, a saltwater pool and a day spa, and a second source calls the building an old French colonial governor's mansion given a contemporary update. The property is branded FCC Angkor by Avani, part of Avani Hotels and the Minor Hotels group, and it is rated 4.6 on Google from more than 800 reviews.
This page answers one question: is it the right luxury hotel for a traveller who loves character? You will find the story of the building, rooms, dining, spa and family details, a verdict by profile and a short booking checklist. For the full shortlist, see the complete guide to luxury hotels, and for another heritage address read the Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor review.
Identity and Atmosphere at FCC Angkor
The name FCC stands for Foreign Correspondents Club, where journalists once gathered, and that story gives the hotel a storyteller's charm. The setting is next to the Royal Residence on Pokambor Avenue. The hotel overlooks the Siem Reap river and sits three blocks from the main strip, so you enjoy a calm riverside address with the town's restaurants close by.
Google Maps marks the hotel as good for children and lists wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance. Free parking is offered, and the hotel can store luggage, handy on arrival day or after check-out.
Rooms and Suites: Eight Types in a Heritage Setting
The hotel has 80 rooms and suites in eight room types. Room sizes in square metres are confirmed on the hotel's page. All rooms come with breakfast included, according to the hotel's FAQ.
What the room range offers
- Heritage Deluxe and Heritage Courtyard: the entry types in the range.
- Colonial Premier and Colonial Pool Access: rooms that overlook the pool.
- Larger suites: separate living rooms, plus balconies and terraces, some with bathtubs on them.
- River View Suite: described as able to take a family of five.
- Views: gardens, the pool or the river, depending on the room.
- Select rooms have rainfall showers, and bathrooms contain eco-friendly Sense Nature products.
Couples gain from the suite terraces, and families gain from the River View Suite and the interconnecting space that larger suites provide. Ask the hotel about bed set-ups when you choose a room type.
Dining, Spa and Pool at FCC Angkor
The Mansion restaurant serves Khmer, Asian and international dishes, with Khmer food as well as Asian fusion cuisine. Scribe is the hotel bar, centred on an island bar with cocktails, craft beer, natural wine and sake. In-room dining is available too.
Visaya Spa combines traditional Khmer healing practices with indigenous ingredients, and the hotel has a gym. On the water side, the hotel lists a saltwater pool on Google Maps, while the hotel's FAQ states it has two swimming pools. Sources differ on the exact pool count, so the hotel's own page is the place to confirm it before you plan a pool-focused stay.
Family and extras
- AvaniKids club for younger guests.
- Babysitting can be organised for an additional fee.
- The hotel is pet-friendly, subject to a policy.
- A golf package with two tee times is offered.
Who Will Love FCC Angkor, and Who Might Prefer Another
Verdict by traveller profile
- Character-loving travellers: a strong match, with a former governor's residence, a colonial look and a Foreign Correspondents Club story.
- Families: AvaniKids, babysitting on request, free parking and breakfast included in every room make family planning simple.
- Couples: terraces, rainfall showers and the Scribe bar create a relaxed evening mood.
- Travellers who want a design-led pool hotel: the Viroth's Hotel review covers a 1950s-inspired alternative with a 20 m salt water pool.
Honest trade-offs: a heritage building means the charm comes from character rather than from the largest grounds. For wider resort space and six dining venues, compare the Borei Angkor review. For the cost side, read luxury hotel prices in Siem Reap.
Location, Getting There and How to Book
The hotel states it is 15 minutes from Angkor Wat, and the straight-line distance is about 5.8 km. It can arrange excursions to Angkor Wat and beyond, and guided tuk tuk tours with English-speaking guides for one to three days. The hotel can arrange a private airport transfer. Its price and the drive time from the airport are confirmed on the hotel's page. For more on transfers, see getting to your hotel and distance to Angkor Wat.
Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00. Late check-in and check-out are available, sometimes for a fee. A credit card is required to guarantee reservations.
Facts at a glance
- Rating: 4.6 on Google, more than 800 reviews.
- Area: next to the Royal Residence, Siem Reap.
- Price band: $$–$$$.
- Best for: colonial charm and a riverside setting.
- Rooms: 80 rooms and suites in eight types.
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Luxury hotels in Siem Reap: frequently asked questions
Is FCC Angkor by Avani good for character-loving travellers?
Yes. It occupies a former French governor's residence in the Old French Quarter and is rated 4.6 on Google.
How many rooms does FCC Angkor have?
The hotel has 80 rooms and suites in eight room types, starting with Heritage Deluxe and Heritage Courtyard.
Is breakfast included?
The hotel's FAQ states that all rooms come with breakfast included.
Does the hotel have a kids club?
Yes, an AvaniKids club for younger guests, and babysitting can be organised for an additional fee.
How many pools does the hotel have?
Sources differ, so the hotel's own page is the place to confirm the number of pools.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out at 12:00, with late options available, sometimes for a fee.
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