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( 016802090;
www.sundancecambodia.com
; 61 St 172; r US$25-30; )
Sundance separ-
ates itself from the pack on St 172 with positively giant beds, designer bathrooms, kit-
chenettes and computers that hook up to flat-screens in every room. With open-mic
Mondays, frequent live music, all-day US$1 cocktails and a pool out back, it can become
quite the party pad.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
HISTORIC HOTEL
$$$
( 023-981888;
www.raffles.com/phnompenh
;
cnr Monivong Blvd & St 92; r from US$299;
)
From the golden age of travel, this is one of Asia's grand old palaces, belonging in the il-
lustrious company of the Oriental in Bangkok and Raffles in Singapore. This classic
colonial-era property is Phnom Penh's leading address, with a heritage to match its service
and style. Indulgent diversions include two swimming pools, a gym, spa and lavish bars
and restaurants.
Between 1970 and 1975 many famous journalists working in Phnom Penh stayed here.
La Maison D'Ambre
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$$
( 023-222780;
www.lamaisondambre.com
; 123 St 110; ste incl breakfast US$120-210; )
As-
sociated with respected clothing boutique Ambre, this place is fit for a fashion shoot. The
ample themed suites feature stunning contemporary art, space-age lamps, extra-long sofas
and designer kitchens. The
coup de grâce
is the psychedelic rooftop bar. With prime
views of Wat Phnom and funky furniture, it's a great place for breakfast or happy hour.
St 240 & Around
The hotels in this zone are ideally positioned on or within walking distance of the river,
close to the Royal Palace and well south of the chaos and girlie bars of the north-central
area. Cosy boutique hotels set around a pool are in abundance here. Walk-in backpackers
can target St 258, which has a clutch of guesthouses with rooms in the US$5 to US$10
range.
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