The best luxury hotels in Phnom Penh mix French colonial charm with sky-high river views. Cambodia's capital sits where the Tonle Sap meets the Mekong. Gilded palaces sit a short tuk-tuk ride from rooftop bars. Restored villas now house spas and fine dining. Your hotel choice shapes the whole trip.
You'll find 20 stays in this guide. Riverside puts the Royal Palace and the waterfront at your door. BKK1 brings leafy streets and boutique mansions. The colonial quarter holds a true grande dame. Chroy Changvar and Koh Pich round out the list.
Luxury hotels in Riverside
1. Rosewood Phnom Penh
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Rosewood sits inside the Vattanac Capital Tower. It makes a sky-high base for exploring the city's riverfront restaurants and heritage crafts. The hotel forms part of Rosewood's Southeast Asia journey with Bangkok and Phuket. It ranks among the top luxury hotels in Phnom Penh.
📍Vattanac Capital Tower, 66 Monivong Boulevard, Phnom Penh 12021, Cambodia
2. Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
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Sofitel Phokeethra is a lush green oasis of palm trees and songbirds. Preserved colonial architecture gives it old-world charm. It was the first hotel in Phnom Penh to earn Green Globe Certification. Rooms come with complimentary minibars.
📍26 Sothearos Boulevard, Old August Site, Phnom Penh 12301, Cambodia
3. Palace Gate Hotel & Resort by EHM
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Palace Gate centres on a restored French colonial villa. The villa once served as the seat of the colonial government. Mealea Restaurant serves French fine dining and Royal Khmer cuisine inside. Sip cocktails at the rooftop bar beside the organic herb garden.
📍44 Sothearos Boulevard (corner of Street 240), Phnom Penh 12206, Cambodia
4. Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
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This standout among 5 star hotels in Phnom Penh sits in the heart of the capital. The Royal Palace and National Museum sit a 5 to 10 minute walk away. Its 247 rooms and suites suit business and leisure travellers. Five dining spots keep your plate full.
📍55 Street 178, Phnom Penh 12206, Cambodia
5. Hôtel KVL | Riverside Phnom Penh
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Hôtel KVL sits on Preah Sisowath Quay by the riverside. Rooms feel elegant and refined. Service is warm and attentive. Modern facilities help you relax after a day out.
📍379 Preah Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh 12200, Cambodia
6. Amanjaya Pancam Phnom Penh
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Amanjaya Pancam is a 4-star riverside hotel. It looks out over the Tonle Sap and the Mekong. The city's top sights sit a short stroll away. Friendly staff keep things easy.
📍Dekcho Damdin Street (154), Phnom Penh, Cambodia
7. Hotel Cambodiana
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Hotel Cambodiana calls itself the most iconic hotel in Phnom Penh. It sits on the banks of the Mekong. The business and tourist districts sit at your doorstep.
📍313 Preah Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh 12206, Cambodia
8. Himawari Hotel Apartments
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Himawari is a five-star hotel apartment on the riverbank. Its name means sunflower in Japanese. Suites and apartments offer home-style luxury accommodation in Phnom Penh. River views give the whole place a calm, resort feel.
📍313 Preah Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh 12007, Cambodia
9. Harmony Phnom Penh Hotel
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Harmony keeps things intimate with 51 rooms. The rooftop pool and jacuzzi are the highlights. The Royal Palace, National Museum and Wat Phnom sit within walking distance. The riverside jogging trail sits close by.
📍25 Oknha Ouk Lonn Street (148), Phnom Penh, Cambodia
10. Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel
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Frangipani Royal Palace takes its cue from colonial style. The Royal Palace and the riverside sit within walking distance. Hop in a tuk-tuk or explore the neighbourhood on foot.
📍27 Street 178, Phnom Penh 12300, Cambodia
Luxury hotels in BKK1 and the Diplomatic Quarter
11. Shangri-La Phnom Penh
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Shangri-La is a French art déco landmark on the waterfront. Altitude, Cambodia's highest sky bar, makes it one of the best hotels in Phnom Penh for views. Shang Palace brings 50 years of Chinese cuisine heritage. Koh Pich sits close by.
📍Village 14, Samdach Hun Sen Road, Tonle Bassac, Chamkarmorn, Phnom Penh 120101, Cambodia
12. Anik Palace Hotel
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Anik Palace shows off newly renovated floors and rooms. It blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. A new restaurant is on the way.
📍14 Street 278, BKK1, Phnom Penh 121301, Cambodia
13. White Mansion Boutique Hotel
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White Mansion fills the former US Ambassador's residence on Street 240. Large, stylish suites give you room to spread out. A lap pool sits on site. Le Café serves refreshments around the clock.
📍26 Street 240 (corner Street 51), Phnom Penh 12207, Cambodia
14. Novotel Phnom Penh BKK1
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Novotel offers 254 rooms and suites in the business district. The family play zone makes it one of the best luxury hotels in Phnom Penh for families. Take a swim in the outdoor pool or book a spa session. The Independence Monument sits moments away.
📍Street 51 corner Street 294, Phnom Penh 120102, Cambodia
15. Capri by Fraser, Phnom Penh
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Capri by Fraser, Phnom Penh brings contemporary design and Khmer cultural influences together in the heart of Cambodia’s capital. Designed by Singapore’s CreateArchitecture, the hotel features local art installations and stylish interiors inspired by ancient Khmer heritage. Its central location puts business districts, embassies, and shopping malls within easy reach.
📍228 & 55 Samdech Mongkol Iem Street (228), Phnom Penh 120207, Cambodia
16. Khmer Surin Boutique Guesthouse
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Khmer Surin is a colonial and Khmer-style guesthouse in BKK1. Gardens wrap around its balcony. No two of its 45 rooms look the same. Breakfast comes included.
📍8EO Street 57, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
17. The Birdcage Boutique
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The Birdcage once housed Japanese Embassy staff. Its 12 rooms feature high ceilings and handmade furniture. A large freshwater pool sits in tropical gardens. The walled villa makes it one of the best luxury hotels in Phnom Penh for couples.
📍21 Street 262, Phnom Penh 12207, Cambodia
Luxury hotels in the Colonial Quarter
18. Raffles Hotel Le Royal Phnom Penh
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Raffles Hotel Le Royal is the city's historic landmark hotel. French colonial, Khmer and Art Deco influences shape its rooms. Service feels personal and polished. History lovers should put it first on their list of luxury hotels in Phnom Penh.
📍92 Rukhak Vithei Daun Penh, Phnom Penh 120211, Cambodia
Luxury hotels in Chroy Changvar
19. The Peninsula Phnom Penh
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Raffles Hotel Le Royal is the city's historic landmark hotel. French colonial, Khmer and Art Deco influences shape its rooms. Service feels personal and polished. History lovers should put it first on their list of luxury hotels in Phnom Penh.
📍92 Rukhak Vithei Daun Penh, Phnom Penh 120211, Cambodia
Luxury hotels in Diamond Island (Koh Pich)
20. NagaWorld Integrated Resort
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NagaWorld packs 1,658 rooms and suites under one roof. It calls itself Cambodia's only luxury premium casino. Seventeen restaurants and clubs keep the energy going. The 2,000-seat NABA Theatre hosts big shows.
📍Samdech Techo Hun Sen Park, Phnom Penh 120101, Cambodia
So, where are you staying?
Phnom Penh rewards travellers who choose their base with care. Riverside puts the Royal Palace and the waterfront close. BKK1 offers leafy streets and boutique mansions. Daun Penh brings colonial grandeur. Chroy Changvar and Koh Pich add resort-style stays.
Pick your area first. Then shortlist two or three hotels from this guide. Tuk-tuks make it easy to hop between neighbourhoods. Most sights sit a short ride apart. Which Phnom Penh hotel are you booking first?
