The capital city of Phnom Penh in Cambodia retains much of the charm that it did when it was one of French Indochina’s gems. Graceful and laid-back, it is a beautiful city full of cultural attractions and includes the the stunning Royal Palace. We have chosen some of the best guest accommodations in Phnom Penh to ensure that your stay is comfortable.

5-Star Accommodations

Sokha Angkor and Spa Hotel is a brand new resort boasting full services and luxurious amenities. There is an air of the Caribbean that permeates the resort. The center piece is the swimming pool with a water fall cascading behind it. Many of the guest rooms have balconies that look out upon this peaceful sight. There are a few restaurants as well as two lounges where guests can sip cocktails and get to know their fellow guests.

Raffles Le Royal Hotel is truly a feast for the senses. Guests of the hotel will enjoy contemporary style combined with impeccable services. There are a variety of rooms from which to choose complete with elegant decor and chock full of amenities. Several restaurants and cocktail lounges ensure that guests won’t go hungry no matter what type of cuisine they crave.

4-Star Accommodations

Cambodiana Hotel boasts the distinction of being the lone luxury hotel found along the Mekong River. Large and impressive, the hotel offers guests an outdoor pool and spa services and for the children, there is a kids club on site. Western and Cambodian cuisine are served at the Mekong Garden Restaurant and entertainment and cocktails can be found in your choice of three lounges.

Amanjaya Pancam Hotel is visually stunning and located near everything a tourist might want to see. Rooms are handsomely decorated and offer guests a variety of upscale amenities such as WiFi internet access, a mini bar and satellite television to name just a few. Massage services are available and there is a boutique, restaurant, cafe and lounge.

Comfortable quarters along with excellent amenities are important for many when they are traveling and these guest accommodations we have suggested are some of the best in the city of Phnom Penh. Relax, refresh and enjoy!

The capital city of Bandar Seri Begawan is the only town in Brunei of any size.  There are approximately 600,000 people that make this city their home. They are friendly and easy going, so visitors shouldn’t encounter any problems with the populace.

Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is one of the most magnificent modern mosques that can be found in the East. Built in 1958 near the Brunei River, it boasts its own artificial lagoon. The mosque is huge with a golden dome atop and the inside has walls of the finest Italian marble along with thick carpeting and there is even an elevator. Tourists are often awestruck by this fabulous piece of architecture.

Kampung Ayer is located near the Brunei River as well. Here you will find a collection of 28 water villages of ancient origin. The villages are built upon stilts and approximately 30,000 people call this home. It is a mix of both the ancient and modern and tourists should not miss a visit to this fascinating relic.

If travelers are interested in history and culture, the city has some great museums to explore. The Brunei Museum has traditional exhibits and the Malay Technology Museum sports exhibits on the architecture of the water villages and the technologies utilized by the citizens who once lived in them.

If you want to visit the magnificent palace of the Sultan you can do so if you visit Brunei at the end of Ramadan’s fasting month. It is only then that the Istana Nurul Iman is open for public viewing.

Dining options in Bandar are limited to local eateries or kedai makan found in Bandar’s downtown. Chinese cuisine is quite popular in Brunei so many Chinese restaurants are easily found. For a true Brunei dining experience try the hawker centers found near the Brunei River. They serve delicious steamboats, grilled fresh fish, whole roasted chickens, noodles and satay. The prices are quite reasonable if you are trying to stay on a budget.

If you enjoy nightlife, then Bandar Seri Begawan is not the place to find it. The streets roll up in the capital city by 9pm. But if you are looking for history, culture and beauty, Bandar Seri Begawan will not disappoint.