Amansara

The name Amansara derives from the twinning of the word aman (Sanskrit for peace) and Apsara - the heavenly nymphs of ancient Hindu texts who emerged from the primordial churning of the oceans with the power to change their form at will and to bestow luck on those they favoured.

The enclave was once the guest villa of King Norodom Sihanouk. It has been transformed into a 24 suite retreat that provides an ideal base for exploring the temples of Angkor and the sophisticated culture of the Khmer civilisation. Amansara has the inviting ambience of a gracious home and is set in a private garden compound with mature, shade trees.

The Dining Room, near the swimming pool, is a focal point of the property and unique in design. It is circular in shape with a soaring seven-metre ceiling and an informal ambience for dining or all day lounging. The menu offers both traditional Asian and western cuisines and features the freshest of seasonal produce. The Dining area also features a range of books, a large map of Cambodia, and a walk-in wine cellar where guests may make their selection.

Guests may also dine and snack poolside, or enjoy their in-room complimentary mini-bar that features several local items.

OTHER FACILITIES

Library: The library provides a range of coffee-table books, travel guides, novels, magazines, daily newspapers and complimentary Internet access through an in-house laptop. Also on offer are a range of audio CDs, board games and a comprehensive collection of reference books on the Angkor temples and Khmer civilization.

Gallery: The gallery provides a variety of hand-woven silks, lacquer-ware, jewellery, local handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs, apparel and sundries.

Swimming pool: Most of Amansara's suites are set around a central, grassed courtyard. At one end of the lawn, adjacent to a shady pergola, is a 17.5m swimming pool with sundeck.

Lap pool: A 25m by 5m lap pool is also available closer to the pool suites.

Spa: Four treatment rooms, each with an attached relaxation area and private steam bath and shower, provides guests with a range of massage and beauty treatments using Cambodian techniques and natural products. All the treatment and relaxation rooms look out onto a reflection pond that is set against a 43.2 metre sandstone relief.

ACTIVITIES

Cultural Tours: A variety of 'house outings' and customised excursions are available as part of the guest experience. House Talks and Excursions: Angkor was long a seat of Eastern learning. In keeping with this tradition, Amansara wirks closely with knowledgeable sources in Siem Reap to invite visiting scholars for informal house talks and excursions to places of special interest. These sessions allow tuests to have a close-up look at Angkor and Cambodia through the eyes of specialists in subjects as diverse as history, arcaeaology, architecture, satelite imagery, dance, culture and even puppetry.

Late check out policy:
Late check-outs are subject to availability.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellation charges apply for cancellations charges made later than 14 days prior to set arrival date.

During peak season (between December 20 and January 5), cancellations must be made 30 days prior to arrival.

Payment forms:
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB, Cash

Check in time: 14:00

Check out time: 12:00