Overview
Infused with 1960s French style, Amansara is a gateway to the monumental remnants of the Khmer Empire, saturated with history and legend.
Derived from the Sanskrit word for peace, aman, and the ancient Hindu name of a heavenly nymph, Apsara, Amansara is located in Siem Reap.
Encircled by forests and rice paddies, Angkor's ruins are the last vestiges of the Khmer Empire. Explore more than 1,000 temples from Amansara's location near the archaeological park, including Angkor Wat, Bayon and Banteay Srei.
Accommodation
Once the guest villa of King Norodom Sihanouk, Amansara is now a 24-suite retreat situated just 10 minutes from the entrance to Angkor. Imbued with the inviting ambience of a gracious home, the resort is set around an elegant swimming pool in a private garden compound on the outskirts of the bustling town of Siem Reap. Each Amansara suite is provided with its own custom-fitted remork and driver for expeditions into the world-renowned Angkor Archaeological Park.
Hidden from view behind a six-metre-high wall, the 25-metre lap pool provides guests an additional swimming facility. The main swimming pool lies adjacent to the Dining Room.
The Library provides an extensive collection of books on Cambodia and Indochina, as well as Internet service, magazines and daily newspapers. It is also the venue for informal lectures when Amansara hosts scholars and other experts on Khmer culture. The Gallery and Boutique offers a selection of Khmer jewellery, hand-woven silks and local art and photography.
The Roof Garden, with cushioned seating and low tables, provides a peaceful spot for early evening drinks or dinner from October through to the end of April. It also serves as a venue for cultural performances. Amansara welcomes local dancers and musicians to entertain guests and introduce them to Cambodia's rich artistic heritage.
Saffron-robed monks are a common sight around SiemReap and the temples, and Amansara embraces the serenity of Buddhism within its grounds. The property's shrine is cared for daily by staff, and Buddhist blessings are conducted in the gardens or the library on special occasions such as birthdays.
Amansara offers 24 suites including 12 Pool Suites. These measure 80 square metres and feature a six-by-five-metre pool in a private courtyard. Offering consummate privacy, the courtyards make a serene setting for private dining
All suites are finished in earthy shades with cool grey terrazzo, dark timber and ivory walls. Suites offer a combined sleeping and living area in an open plan setting. The king-size bed, writing desk and sofa are on an elevated platform.
The bathroom features a large Courtyards without a pool vary in size and contain small water gardens. Pool courtyards are identical in size
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Pool Suite
Contemporary bedroom and living area, with private plunge pool in large garden courtyard.
Offering a private plunge pool (6m x 5m) and outdoor seating in a private garden courtyard, the Pool Suites offer seamless open-plan living with an elegant bedroom flowing into a living area and light-filled bathroom.
- A private courtyard
- Private plunge pool (6m x 5m / 19.5ft x 16.5ft)
- Sun mattresses beside pool
- King-size bed
- Sofa, writing desk
- Informal dining table and chairs
- Bathroom with twin vanities
- Bathtub, separate shower/toilet
- Cushioned banquette in courtyard
- WiFi, sound system, safe
- Air conditioning, ceiling fan
- Mini bar
Courtyard Suite
Contemporary bedroom and living area, with large garden courtyard.
The Courtyard Suites flow from a combined sleeping and living area down to an open-plan bathing area, and out through floor-to-ceiling windows to a private garden courtyard with outdoor seating.
- A private courtyard
- King-size bed
- Sofa, writing desk
- Informal dining table and chair
- Bathroom with twin vanities
- Bathtub, separate shower/toilet
- Cushioned banquette in courtyard
- WiFi, sound system, safe
- Air conditioning, ceiling fan
- Personal Bar
Contemporary Suite
Contemporary bedroom and living area opening onto a small private courtyard.
Each of the contemporary Suites finished in pale terrazzo and timber offers a combined sleeping and living area and an island bathtub.
- A small private courtyard
- King-size bed
- Sofa, writing desk
- Informal dining table and chairs
- Bathroom with twin vanities
- Bathtub, separate shower/toilet
- WiFi, sound system, safe
- Air-conditioning, ceiling fan
- Mini bar
Living & Dining Areas
The Dining Room opens onto a shaded terrace where one can enjoy al
fresco dining. On either side, stone-columned corridors lead to the
suites.
The circular Dining Room with its soaring seven-metre
ceiling offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. The house menu features
Khmer and international cuisine, and changes daily to include fresh,
seasonal produce. The Dining Room also provides a walk-in wine cellar
and cheese room, and an informal sitting area where guests can help
themselves to homebaked cakes and enjoy drinks from the house bar.
Comfort & Amenities
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iPod docking station |
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Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
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Sauna |
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24-hour, multilingual Concierge |
Breakfast |
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24-hour laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing |
Activities and excursions |
Bicycles |
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Car |
Dry cleaning services |
Gift shop |
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Massages |
Meals |
Moto |
One-hour pressing |
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Private dining room |
Restaurant |
Scooter |
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Spa treatment |
Transfers |
Transfers between airport and chalet |
Yoga |
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Baby sitter |
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Masseuse |
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Private chauffeur |
Staff & Services
Housekeeping
One-daily housekeeping with evening turndown service.
Multilingual Concierge
From your first phone call right through until you get back hotel we're on hand to help with all aspects of your trip.
Pool
Choose from two poolsides (make that three if you bagged a pool suite), either by the original curved slate pool, with shady pergola and loungers, or the newer 25-metre lap pool for discreet work-outs.
Location
Once the guest villa of King Norodom Sihanouk, Amansara is now a
24-suite retreat situated just 10 minutes from the entrance to Angkor.
Amansara's Khmer Village House is situated within the Angkor Archaeological Park, overlooking the 10th-century reservoir of Srah Srang.
Angkor, as seen through the eyes of Amansara, provides guests with the unique opportunity to learn and understand the history and value of Khmer civilization. Angkor Wat is the largest and most spectacular of the Angkorian monuments, built in the early 12th century. It has become a symbol of Cambodia and an immense source of national pride. The impressive bas-reliefs on the lower levels should not be missed.
Between the city and Angkor Archaeological Park, Amansara is a short drive from Siem Reap International Airport (REP).
The dry season extends from November until May during which time temperatures range from 20°C to 32°C. The southwest monsoon prevails from June till October with stronger breezes and higher humidity. Rainfall is usually limited to the afternoons and is sporadic.
Light clothing is appropriate with a sweater or jacket in the evenings. Sports shoes are suitable for light touring, and hiking boots are recommended for treks. Legs, shoulders and upper arms need to be covered when visiting places of worship.
Activities
Adventure experiences
On the outskirts of Cambodia's cultural capital, Siem Reap, Amansara lies at the threshold of Angkor: the vast, UNESCO-protected ruins of the once-mighty Khmer empire. Using Amansara's fleet of custom-fitted remorks, guests can explore at leisure some of the thousand temples on the site, as well as Tonle Sap lake, where stilted villages have changed little over the centuries.- Explore Angkor archaeological park, from the majestic temple of Angkor wat to the stone carvings that testify to an exceptional civilisation.
- Floating villages on the nearby lake of tonle sap offer insight into the rich culture of the region.
- Once coveres by the ancient city of Angkor, the siem reap countryside is now crisscrossed by sandy tracks best explored on mountain bike.
- Receive a water blessing to cleanse your spirit at wat Athvea, on the outskirts of Siem reap.
- Early morning and late afternoon walks explore the temples surrounding Angkor wat, incluing Ta Prohm, Preah Khan and Bayon.
- Angkor's heritage of eastern learning continues at Amansara, with regular visits by specialists in archaeology, history, dance and culture.
Discoveries
Scholars who bring the latest discoveries of the Khmer Empire to Amansara's guests continue a long tradition of learning at Angkor. Discover Khmer cooking on a market visit with the property's chef, or explore Siem Reap by bicycle.Village House
Set within the UNESCO-protected Angkor Archaeological Park, the Khmer Village House overlooks the 10th-century pool of Srah Srang. Available only to Amansara guests, it is a serene spot for a private picnic or a romantic dinner.
Services included
At the hotel
Library with iMac for guests? use, CDs and board games, free WiFi throughout, spa, gallery. In rooms: iHome sound system and iPod dock, minibar with house beverages, ?secret drawer? with handy things such as torches and adaptors.
Your stay includes
- Arrival and departure transfer to and from Siem Reap airport or other entry and departure location within Siem Reap town.
- daily excursion to Angkor temples with English-speaking guide and transport.
- Remork transportation within Siem Reap town.
- daily breakfast and choice of lunch or dinner.
- non-alcoholic beverages.
- daily seasonal fuirts and selection of cheese.
- freshly baked cakes and cookie.
- laundry (excluding dry cleaning).
- WiFi.
Breakfast and choice of lunch or dinner with drinks is included in half board rates, as are private temple tours, Siem Reap Airport transfers and tuk tuk rides.
Additional Notes
Children
Cots are available free of charge for infants and Aman throws in a little baby welcome pack to make them feel at home. Extra beds (and full board perks) cost US$85 plus tax a night for under-12s, and US$340 a night for children over 12.
Cots are available free of charge for infants and Aman throws in a little baby welcome pack to make them feel at home. Extra beds for older children cost US$100 a night plus tax and service charge
Children are welcome in the Dining Room and special meals can be made for them. High chairs are available, and staff members can heat up bottles and baby food.
Babysitting
Local nannies or Amansara staff are on hand for babysitting. The first three hours are provided free (followed by a charge of US$5 an hour), although you'll need to arrange a sitter when you make your hotel booking.
Dining
Set beneath a soaring ceiling, the circular Dining Room serves Khmer and western cuisine made from local, seasonal produce.The Restaurant
Amansara's sleek circular Restaurant offers Cambodian-centred cuisine under soaring ceilings, or outdoors at pergola-shaded tables by the pool. The daily changing menus focus on simple flavours, using organic produce direct from the market and local suppliers. For a unique experience, private dining is available at the resort's rustic Khmer house at Angkor, where meals are prepared over charcoal to the sounds and sights of village life.
Combining a range of contrasting flavours, cambodian fare puts the focus on fresh ingredients and simple preparation.
Plates make use of local ingredients, as showcased in the banana blossom chicken salad, quail egg soup with dried fish and black sticky rice with mango.
Picnic breakfasts and lunches are available at spots across the countryside as well as on the water.
For special occasions, a private dinner can be arranged inside one of the temples, accompanied by live musicians and dance performances.
Amansara's own Kmer Village House overlooks the 10th century royal bathing pool of Srah Srang, set among the jungle and temples of Angkor.
Enjoy a traditional Khmer breakfast or morning cooking class before visiting the temples, or a twilight dinner after a day of exploration.
Spa
Four treatment rooms, each with a private relaxation area, steam bath and shower, overlook a 43-metre reflection pool. The extensive spa menu utilises Aman's unique chemical-free range of Aman Spa products. Private yoga sessions can be arranged within Amansara's grounds or outdoors amongst the temples.Spa experiences
Running parallel to a reflection pool, the approach to the spa sets the tone for what lies within: a tranquil sanctuary, where therapies make use of traditional Cambodian techniques and natural products. Four treatment rooms, each equipped with a steam bath and shower, are complemented by a yoga space and the resort's central pool, as well as a hidden 25-metre lap pool.
Commencing with a full-body scrub using a blend of Khmer herbs that exfoliate, stimulate and hydrate, aspara is a therapeutic journey designed for women.
A clay wrap soothes and energises, before a traditional Khmer mask is applied to tone the chest with a rice compress on the stomach. A nourishing mini-facial completes the treatment.
Strengthening, toning and balancing postures create harmoy in mind, body and spirit during personalised yoga sessions.
Deepen your awareness as you discover the energies of nature with a sunrise yoga session outdoors.
After exploring the temples, revitalise with a crystal salt soak and foot scrub before a relaxing leg massage.
Or find peace with one of the spa's holistic therapies, which range from Reiki to energy rebalancing, or a massage with a blind therapist at Amansara's village house.
Events
From birthday festivities to anniversary dinners, Amansara's unique atmosphere is enhanced by local dancers or a blessing from a Buddhist monk.
