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Asian antiques, billowing mosquito nets and a safe. Also included in the rates is a
remork
driver for the day to tour the temples, making it great value.
1961
( 063-966961;
www.the1961.com
; r US$35-55; )
Part hotel, part art gallery and creat-
ive space, this is a memorable little hotel themed around 1961. Galleries (not rooms!) are
named after the Norodoms, the Kennedys and famous Khmer architect Vann Molyvann.
We like the Norodoms, complete with royal pop art and movie posters.
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$
River Garden
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$
( 063-963400;
www.therivergarden.info
; r US$50-105; )
Invitingly set amid a verd-
ant garden, this wooden resort has a small selection of atmospheric rooms, some with
large balconies and deep baths. Renowned for its 'cooks in
tuk-tuks
' culinary class.
Le Rit's
GUESTHOUSE
$$
( 063-763390;
www.nyemo.com/guesthouse_sr
;
r US$30-55; )
Run by local NGO
Nyemo, this a a guesthouse for a good cause. The rooms are all named after local flowers
and plants and include bright silks, a signature product of Nyemo's shops. All proceeds go
towards assisting vulnerable women to make a sustainable living.
Lotus Lodge
( 063-966140;
www.lotus-lodge.com
; r US$25-55; )
A good deal for those wanting a
peaceful retreat after a day at the temples. Rooms are clean and comfortable, plus there's a
spacious swimming pool. Free bikes and evening shuttles.
HOTEL
$$
Paul Dubrule Hotel
& Tourism School
HOTEL
$$
( 063-963673;
www.ecolepauldubrule.org
; Airport Rd; r US$20-35; )
Paul Dubrule
co-founded the Accor hotel group, so it's no surprise that his training hotel offers smart
rooms and slick service. A great deal.