Indochina- Cambodia hidden gems
3nts
with road transfers from Phnom Penh from £ 329pp
Smiling Gecko Farmhouse Resort & Spa NEW
UNIQUE Kampong Chhnang
Holiday with a purpose at this award-winning retreat, part of a proud NGO project, where all profits are reinvested into supporting the local rural community. Nestled within 150 hectares on the Smiling Gecko campus, where rice fields and jungle dominate the landscape, this oasis of well-being offers Khmer-style bungalows, organic farm-to-table dining and a world-class spa. Savour Chef Mariya’ s renowned New Khmer cuisine, featuring fresh ingredients harvested directly from the Smiling Gecko’ s fields, and learn of her inspiring journey from the slums of Phnom Penh to becoming Head Chef – an evening enjoying her 7 course taster menu is not to be missed. Opt to relax and recharge at the superb spa or join a tour for a deeper insight into the everyday lives of these wonderful people. The tasteful accommodations, some of which are traditionally decorated wooden stilt houses with upstairs bedrooms, outdoor terraces, and downstairs open-air spaces were built by local craftspeople using traditional materials. Your stay here supports the sustainable Smiling Gecko cluster project and contributes to its success.
Features: 34 rooms & suites • 2 restaurants( one fine dining for which prebooking is required)• bar & lounge • 2 saltwater infinity swimming pools( one for adults only)• spa • gym • free yoga • free use of bicycles • cooking classes • daily tour programme • organic farmhouse shop • free WiFi
Accommodation: In deluxe Khmer bungalows with bath and separate shower, seating area, mini bar, safe and terrace with garden view. There are no televisions in any of the bungalows or suites.
Room upgrades: Larger premium Khmer bungalows from £ 29 with an expansive terrace • ground floor spacious contemporary style luxury bungalow suites from £ 67.
Meals: Breakfast. Private transfers: 2 hours from Phnom Penh airport.
Deluxe Khmer bungalow
Premier Plus
Early booking room discount up to 15 %: On selected dates Dec 25-Mar 27.
Lotus room
2nts with road transfers from Siem Reap from £ 285pp
Maisons Wat Kor
NEW
4HBOUTIQUE Wat Kor, Battambang
Located in Wat Kor village, just over a mile from Battambang, Maisons Wat Kor was founded with the aim of preserving and sharing Cambodian cultural heritage, honouring traditional architecture, cultivating local skills and ensuring that the economic benefits of the property flow directly back to the local community. Uniquely designed accommodations are set within four wooden houses and each allow you to immerse yourself in the ambiance of a traditional Khmer home, elevated by local handicrafts and modern comforts. The restaurant welcomes with a vast menu of Khmer dishes inspired by Battambang family recipes, crafted with fresh ingredients from their own garden as well as neighbour’ s gardens and local markets. A range of local experiences are offered, enabling you to connect with the people who bring this place to life – locals, artists and farmers. If time allows visit nearby Battambang for a ride on the unique Bamboo“ Train”, enjoy panoramic views from the hilltop Phnom Sampov Temple and see the incredible Bat Cave Phnom Sampov to witness the nightly spectacle of millions of bats streaming out.
Features: 15 rooms • restaurant & bar • saltwater swimming pool • gym( from Oct 25)• massage hut • meditation( from Oct 25)• cultural & local experiences • bicycles • cooking classes( on request)• library • free WiFi
Accommodation: In ground floor frangipane rooms with shower, mini bar, safe and terrace with views over the garden, pool and ponds.
Room upgrades: Larger lotus rooms from £ 5, which are on the upper floors and offer a balcony • spacious ground floor frangipane plus rooms from £ 26 • lotus plus rooms from £ 26 • grand lotus rooms from £ 37.
Meals: Breakfast. Private transfers: 3½ hours from Siem Reap airport.
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