The essentials in 30 seconds
- Verdict: Arrange your airport transfer with the hotel before you land, since the hotel says the new Siem Reap International Airport is 48 km away. For daily trips, a tuk-tuk or taxi from the Old French Quarter reaches the temples, about 8 km according to the hotel.
- Best for: Guests who want both the town and the road to Angkor within a short drive.
- Check: Transfer prices, vehicle options and journey times are best confirmed on the hotel's own page.
- Book: Reserve your room on Agoda or Booking.com, then message the hotel with your flight details.
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor sits in the Old French Quarter of Siem Reap, on Vithei Preah Sihanouk Avenue according to Google. That position keeps the town centre close and puts the road toward the temples within reach.
This page gives you the route in order: the airport leg, the choice between the hotel's arrangements and a tuk-tuk or taxi, and what the hotel's location means for daily trips. For the overall verdict, return to the Raffles review.
From the Airport to the Hotel
The hotel says the new Siem Reap International Airport is 48 km away. Because that is a longer transfer than a city hop, it helps to plan it in advance and to allow time after landing for immigration and baggage.
Steps to a smooth arrival
- Send the hotel your flight number and arrival time after you book.
- Ask the hotel about its airport transfer options, vehicle types and prices; these are best confirmed on the hotel's page.
- Agree the meeting point before you fly.
- Keep the hotel's phone number from Google, +855 63 963 888, handy in case your flight is delayed.
- Message the hotel to confirm check-in times, which are best confirmed with the hotel directly.
A good habit is to save the hotel's contact details and your confirmation on your phone before you leave home, so any change in flight time can be shared quickly. Arriving in the evening is common in Siem Reap, and a pre-agreed pickup lets you reach the Old French Quarter and your butler's welcome without searching for transport.
Hotel Transfer Versus Tuk-Tuk or Taxi
You have two main routes for getting around. The hotel can advise on transport for you, which keeps the experience smooth from the first moment, and a tuk-tuk or taxi gives you flexibility for independent days.
How to choose
- Hotel-arranged transfer: pre-agreed, convenient after a long flight and easy to link with the butler who looks after your stay.
- Taxi: comfortable and air-conditioned, good for longer trips and for midday heat.
- Tuk-tuk: open-air, easy for short hops around town and a classic Siem Reap experience.
Confirm prices for each option in advance, either with the hotel or with the driver before you start. The hotel's page is the place to check what it offers. For many guests the best mix is a pre-arranged arrival and flexible rides afterwards: choose a tuk-tuk for a relaxed evening in town and a taxi for a long day when the sun is high.
What the Position Gives You
The Old French Quarter puts the hotel close to the centre of Siem Reap, and the hotel says the temples of Angkor are an 8 km ride away. That balance means an early temple departure is straightforward and a return for a swim or a treatment fits comfortably in the same day.
Our directory also records a straight-line distance to Angkor Wat of 5.4 km, and the road route is longer, as the hotel's own figure shows. You can compare every hotel in the guide on the distance to Angkor Wat page.
Daily trips from the hotel
- Temple days: leave early, return for lunch at the Poolside Terrace.
- Town evenings: go out for dinner and come back for a drink at the Elephant Bar.
- Experiences: the hotel offers a temple exploration by Vespa and a Bespoke Temple Dinner.
Next Steps
For a general look at transport across the city, read the getting there guide and the practical matters page. To choose where to sleep once you arrive, see which room to book, and for relaxing after the journey, the spa and pool guide.
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking at the hotel. If you need step-free access throughout your stay, tell the hotel when you book so the team can prepare.
Test your knowledge
Five questions on this guide.
Luxury hotels in Siem Reap: frequently asked questions
How far is Raffles d'Angkor from Siem Reap airport?
The hotel says the new Siem Reap International Airport is 48 km away.
Does Raffles offer an airport transfer?
Transfer arrangements and prices are best confirmed on the hotel's own page or by message to the hotel.
How far is the hotel from Angkor Wat?
The hotel says the temples of Angkor are an 8 km ride away.
Is the hotel close to the town centre?
It is in the Old French Quarter of Siem Reap, close to the centre.
Can I take a tuk-tuk from the hotel?
Tuk-tuks and taxis are common choices in Siem Reap. Agree the price before you start.
What is the hotel's phone number?
Google lists +855 63 963 888.
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