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Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor Review, Siem Reap

A 1932 Art Deco landmark in the Old French Quarter, with a personal butler for every stay and a clear profile of the traveller it suits best.

By the Siem Reap Hub team·6 min read·Updated October 2026

The essentials in 30 seconds

  • Verdict: Book Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor if you want heritage, Art Deco character and butler-led service in a landmark that opened in 1932. It suits couples marking an occasion, history lovers and travellers who enjoy classic grand-hotel rituals.
  • Best for: Heritage luxury and history, with 119 rooms, suites and villas, a 35 metre pool, a spa and several dining venues inside one garden property.
  • Check: Room sizes, check-in times, airport transfer terms and cancellation conditions: all of these are best confirmed on the hotel's own page before you pay.
  • Book: Compare the same dates on Agoda and Booking.com using the buttons below, then choose the rate whose inclusions and flexibility fit your trip.

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor is the grand dame of Siem Reap. It opened in 1932 for society travellers eager to discover Angkor Wat, and it presents its style as authentic 1930s French Art Deco with local influences. Google rates it 4.7 from hundreds of reviews, which places it among the most consistently appreciated luxury addresses in the city.

This page gives you a verdict by traveller profile, the key facts in one place and a clear route to booking. Each topic has its own detail page: rooms and suites, restaurants and bars, spa and pool and how to get there. If you are still comparing hotels, start with the complete luxury hotel guide.

Who Should Book Raffles d'Angkor

The hotel's strongest card is atmosphere. A landmark that has welcomed guests since 1932, a main building in Art Deco style and a service model built around a personal butler give the stay a distinct identity. Here is how that translates by profile.

Match your trip to the hotel

  • Couples marking an occasion: a 1930s landmark, a spa with 6 treatment rooms and a bar the hotel calls Siem Reap's most celebrated create a ready-made celebration setting.
  • Heritage and history lovers: the hotel's own story runs from its 1932 opening to a renovation that began in March 1996 and a reopening on 30 December 1997.
  • Travellers who value personal service: every stay includes a butler, so requests, tours and small details have one point of contact.
  • Active guests: two tennis courts with coaching, a fitness centre and a 35 metre outdoor pool give you ways to stay moving between temple days.
  • Families: Google lists the hotel as good for children, so it is worth asking the hotel about family arrangements when you book.

If your priority is a contemporary design hotel, compare with the Park Hyatt review. If you want a different style of stay, read the Sofitel Angkor review or the Phum Baitang review. For a direct head-to-head, see Raffles versus Park Hyatt.

What the Hotel Is

Raffles d'Angkor belongs to the Raffles Hotels & Resorts brand and sits in the Old French Quarter of Siem Reap. Its main building was constructed in French Art Deco style with local influences, and the property completed a six-month renovation programme in 2019. Google's own summary calls it an opulent property dating from 1932, with lavish accommodations, a spa and an outdoor pool.

The hotel offers 119 rooms, suites and villas. Listed categories include the ROYAL Villa, State Rooms, the Landmark Room, the Colonial Suite, the Personality Suite, the Raffles Suite and the Landmark Suite, and the ROYAL Villa stands separately from the main building. Rooms come with air-conditioning, fast Wi-Fi and in-room dining. Our rooms guide helps you pick the category.

Dining is a real strength for a stay that stays on property. Cafe d'Angkor serves Asian and international dishes alfresco, Restaurant 1932 celebrates Cambodian culinary heritage, the Conservatory offers afternoon tea or aperitifs and the Elephant Bar anchors the evening. The Poolside Terrace covers light daytime meals and cocktails. Details are on the dining page.

Strengths and Things to Plan

Strengths drawn from the verified facts

  • A genuine heritage story, with the 1932 opening confirmed on the hotel's own pages.
  • Butler service included in every stay.
  • A wide set of venues: two restaurants, a tea setting, a bar and a poolside terrace.
  • Wellness depth: a spa with male and female areas featuring saunas, steam rooms and a Jacuzzi, plus a fitness centre.
  • Experiences you can book through the hotel: temple exploration by Vespa, Reflections of Angkor photography workshops, a Bespoke Temple Dinner and a journey through Angkor and Phnom Penh guided by a Raffles Butler.
  • Accessibility signals on Google: a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking.

Points to plan before you book

  • Choose your category early: the list of room types is broad, and sizes are best confirmed on the hotel's page.
  • Check the check-in and check-out times and the airport transfer arrangements with the hotel.
  • Read the cancellation terms of the exact rate you select.
  • Google lists dogs as not allowed, so plan pet care separately.

The hotel also highlights local seasonal produce, local employment and the elimination of single-use plastic, so guests who like to see sustainability in practice find a clear story to follow.

Key Facts at a Glance

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

  • Rating: 4.7 on Google, from hundreds of reviews.
  • Price band: $$$$ in our directory (confirm current rates for your dates).
  • Area: Old French Quarter, with the temples of Angkor an 8 km ride away according to the hotel.
  • Opened: 1932. Reopened after renovation: 30 December 1997 with 119 rooms.
  • Pool: outdoor, 35 metres long, open daily from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
  • Spa: 6 treatment rooms, Khmer massages and modern treatments.
  • Tennis: two courts with coaching available.
  • Airport: the hotel says the new Siem Reap International Airport is 48 km away.

Looking for typical costs across the city? The hotel prices guide puts Raffles in context, and distance to Angkor Wat explains how far each hotel sits from the main temple.

How to Book Raffles d'Angkor

Your best route is to compare, then choose. Enter identical dates and guest numbers on Agoda and Booking.com, select the exact room category you want and compare breakfast, taxes and cancellation terms side by side. The hotel's own page is the place to confirm policies and to ask about the airport transfer.

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Before you click, enter the same dates on both platforms and read the cancellation terms of the rate you pick. Our how to book guide walks through the full checklist, and when to book helps with timing.

Test your knowledge

Five questions on this guide.

1. In which year did Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor open?
2. What is included in every stay at the hotel?
3. How long is the outdoor pool?
4. Which traveller profile suits Raffles best?
5. Where is the best place to confirm check-in times and cancellation terms?

Luxury hotels in Siem Reap: frequently asked questions

Is Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor worth booking?

It is a strong choice for travellers who want heritage and personal service. Google rates it 4.7 from hundreds of reviews, and the hotel combines a 1932 landmark building with a spa, a 35 metre pool and several dining venues.

How many rooms does Raffles d'Angkor have?

The hotel lists 119 rooms, suites and villas, including a ROYAL Villa that stands separately from the main building.

How far is the hotel from Angkor Wat?

The hotel says the temples of Angkor are an 8 km ride away. Our distance page compares all hotels in this guide.

Does the hotel offer an airport transfer?

Transfer arrangements and prices are best confirmed on the hotel's page. The hotel states the airport is 48 km away, so plan your arrival time accordingly.

Is Raffles d'Angkor good for children?

Google lists the hotel as good for children. Ask the hotel about family arrangements and children's offers when you book.

What experiences can I book through the hotel?

The hotel offers a temple exploration by Vespa, Reflections of Angkor photography workshops, a Bespoke Temple Dinner and a journey through Angkor and Phnom Penh guided by a Raffles Butler.

Sources: Siem Reap Hub directory (Google Maps ratings and review counts), read October 2026; hotel pages on Agoda and Booking.com for live rates.
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