Shangri-La Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Tonle Bassac
Vibe
Perched above Koh Pich, the atmosphere balances serene river vistas with energetic open-air terraces and grand Art Deco lounges.
“Skyline riverside roost”
French Art Deco geometry pairs with carved leather Khmer motifs, ribbed timber, and floor-to-ceiling river vistas.
Dedicated high-floor suite service with river views, bespoke concierge attention, and evening turndown.
A 54th-floor rooftop infinity pool overlooking the Mekong, paired with private botanical treatment suites and saunas.
On Koh Pich waterfront by the river confluence, minutes from the city center.
“Inside, rooms and suites blend Art Deco and Khmer references: ribbed timber, leather carvings, and gold accents, with floor-to-ceiling views…”
Rooms
Full-height glass frames panoramic river views, while interiors combine ribbed timber, carved leather motifs, and subtle gold accents.
Wellness
The 54th-floor infinity pool looks out over the Mekong, matched with private spa suites, botanical facials, and dedicated saunas.
Backstory
Set within The Peak, this 55-storey landmark marks a dramatic architectural chapter along the Diamond Island waterfront.
Eat & drink
Cantonese dim sum at Shang Palace and fish amok at Kommune lead to sunset cocktails atop the open-air Altitude sky bar.
The neighborhood
Located on Koh Pich, breezy waterfront promenades sit right at the confluence of the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers.
The app
This is one hotel. The app has every one we rate, in your pocket, for the whole trip.
Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.