Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra is the capital’s large-scale luxury hotel, set in about seven hectares of gardens on Sothearos Boulevard, in the Tonle Bassac area close to the Independence Monument. It is built around its dining: four restaurants include La Coupole, a French brasserie, Do Forni, serving Italian food, Hachi, an izakaya-style Japanese restaurant, and Fu Lu Zu for Chinese cuisine. After dinner there are Le Bar, the Phokeethra Sport Bar, the Cigar Chamber and Club Millésime. The hotel pool is reserved for guests and is open year round, and guests also get complimentary access to the Phokeethra Sports Club, which has its own pool, tennis courts, squash courts and a gym. Sofitel Spa combines traditional practices with French cosmetology. The setting is polished and international, with the sense of space that comes from large gardens in the middle of a busy city, and it is a good choice for those who value comfort and variety under one roof.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the Tonle Bassac district, on Sothearos Boulevard, with the Independence Monument about 500 metres away, the National Museum about a kilometre, the National Theatre about a kilometre and Wat Phnom about two kilometres. The Royal Palace and the riverfront are within a short tuk-tuk ride, and the hotel can arrange cars and guides for the memorial sites.
Rooms
The hotel lists six room types and four suite types, including accessible rooms, so there is a choice for solo travellers, couples and families. Expect the high standard of a Sofitel, with comfortable bedding, air conditioning and good bathrooms. Check the current room list on the hotel’s website for sizes and views.
Who it suits
Travellers who want a full-service luxury hotel with strong dining, families who will use the pools and sports facilities, and business visitors, since the hotel has ten meeting rooms and a very large ballroom. It is less atmospheric than a heritage address, and it suits those who prefer modern comfort to colonial character.
Good to know
The class shown on could not be confirmed, so judge the hotel on its facilities and guest scores. Book restaurants ahead at weekends, bring tennis or squash gear if you want to play, and ask about breakfast inclusions when you reserve.
Why stay here
- ✓Guest swimming pool
- ✓Sports club with pool, tennis and squash
- ✓Sofitel Spa
- ✓Four restaurants
- ✓La Coupole French brasserie
- ✓Cigar Chamber and bars
- ✓About seven hectares of gardens
- ✓Ten meeting rooms
Good questions
Where is Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra?+
It is on Sothearos Boulevard in the Tonle Bassac area, about 500 metres from the Independence Monument. The National Museum is about a kilometre away and Wat Phnom about two.
What restaurants does the Sofitel have?+
It has four restaurants: La Coupole, a French brasserie, Do Forni, Italian, Hachi, an izakaya-style Japanese restaurant, and Fu Lu Zu, Chinese. There are also several bars.
Does the hotel have sports facilities?+
Yes, guests get complimentary access to the Phokeethra Sports Club, which has its own pool, tennis courts, squash courts and a gym. The hotel also has a guest pool and a spa.
