Heritage Suites Hotel is a calm, residential-feeling retreat for travellers who want space and privacy rather than a big hotel. It sits in the quiet Wat Po Lanka area, off the main road between the centre of Siem Reap and the Angkor Archaeological Park, so it is a short tuk-tuk ride into town and a similarly short drive to the temples. The hotel has 26 rooms in all, of which 17 are bungalow suites, the standard choice and a generous size of around 75 square metres, set in tropical gardens and decorated in a contemporary Khmer style with an art deco theme. At the top of the range is the Royal Suite, which has an outdoor jacuzzi, a steam room and indoor and outdoor showers, for a special occasion. A salt-water pool is the centrepiece of the gardens, and a spa provides massages and treatments after a day in the heat. There is a poolside restaurant serving Khmer and international dishes, a lobby bistro and a zinc bar that is known for its cocktails, and a small boutique shop for gifts. The overall feel is of a private garden compound, quiet and unhurried, which is exactly what many visitors want at the end of a day at Angkor. It tends to appeal to couples and honeymooners as well as families who want room to spread out.
Location and getting around
Heritage Suites is between the town centre and the temples, tucked away from the main road in a residential area. That keeps the surroundings quiet, but it also means you are not in the middle of the restaurants and night markets, so plan on tuk-tuks for dinner. The hotel can arrange drivers, guides and sunrise transfers for temple days. Ask about airport pickups, as the new airport is about an hour from town.
Rooms
The bungalow suites are spacious, with separate seating and sleeping areas, large bathrooms and private terraces facing the gardens, and they are the best value for space. The Royal Suite adds the outdoor jacuzzi and steam room for a more indulgent stay. Room types differ, so compare layouts before you book.
Who it suits
Couples and honeymooners who want privacy and a romantic setting, families who need extra space, and travellers who prefer a quiet garden base to a busy central hotel. It also suits longer stays, when the space and the pool become part of the pleasure.
Good to know
The hotel is small and popular, so book well ahead for the high season from November to February. Try the zinc bar at sundown, book a spa treatment for the afternoon after a sunrise start and arrange breakfast boxes if you plan to be at Angkor Wat before dawn. Rates vary by season, so check different room categories and cancellation terms before you reserve.
Why stay here
- ✓Salt-water swimming pool
- ✓Spa
- ✓Poolside restaurant
- ✓Zinc cocktail bar
- ✓Lobby bistro
- ✓Private bungalow suites
- ✓Tropical gardens
- ✓Boutique shop
Good questions
Where is Heritage Suites Hotel?+
It is in the quiet Wat Po Lanka area, between the centre of Siem Reap and the Angkor Archaeological Park. It is a short tuk-tuk ride from town.
How many rooms does Heritage Suites Hotel have?+
It has 26 rooms, including 17 bungalow suites of about 75 square metres. The Royal Suite is the top category, with an outdoor jacuzzi and steam room.
Does Heritage Suites Hotel have a pool?+
Yes, it has a salt-water pool set in tropical gardens, plus a spa, a poolside restaurant and a cocktail bar.
