Battambang
Battambang is often overlooked. It lacks the obvious Cambodian trump cards: no golden beaches, no capital city buzz, no Angkor Wat. But then neither does it suffer from congested traffic, coach loads of tourists, or hordes of touts. In fact, Cambodia’s second largest city is one in perfect balance – it’s bustling yet friendly and interesting without being overwhelming. Underneath its sleepy persona is a bubbling undercurrent of creativity, often fuelled by the expat community. A smattering of arty boutique hotels, quirky cafés and innovative restaurants are among the urban draws, while the lush surrounding countryside is ideal for excursions. Here, we’ve whittled down the top 7 reasons to visit.
Top 4-stars Hotels in Sihanoukville
La Villa is set in Battambang, 200 metres from Colonial Buildings and 400 metres from Battambang Museum.
The Sanctuary Villa Battambang
Designed to look like a Khmer Buddhist Temple, The Sanctuary Villa Battambang offers an outdoor pool. Fitted with free WiFi, air-conditioned villas present a mix of modern and traditional decor.
Delux Villa is an authentic wooden house which features an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with terrace offering views of the garden or pool.
Located in the heart of Khmer Wat Kor Village, Maisons Wat Kor is a boutique hotel with an outdoor swimming pool and massage services. Rooms have a terrace offering garden or pool views.
Presenting a blend of Khmer and modern design, Vimean Sovannaphoum Resort offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre.
Located in Wat Kor Village, 4 km from Psar Nat shopping area, Battambang Resort features bright and modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and views of a garden or lake.