Le Bokor Palace  

Perched on Cambodia’s Bokor Mountain between tropical forest and the ‘Opal Coast,’ Le Bokor Palace is a historic luxury hotel and mountain resort about 1,000 meters up. It’s roughly a 45-minute drive from Kampot town and about 170 minutes from Phnom Penh. Nearby highlights include the Kampot Salt Fields, Crab Market and the La Plantation region.

Housed in the main Bokor hill station building dating back to 1925, the hotel blends colonial-style elegance with modern comforts. There are 36 rooms and suites with fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms with separate showers and deep soaking tubs, safes and desks. Expect refined finishes and touches sourced from the hotel’s organic farm alongside attentive, world-class service.

Pamper yourself at the full-service spa and soak in garden views while you unwind. Wake up to fresh mountain air and coastal humidity. Practical perks include a complimentary area shuttle within 5 km, free valet parking, concierge services, dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk and roundtrip airport transfers for a surcharge.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected, and a 24-hour business center is on-site. Rooms include phone and desk facilities to support work needs. Babysitting/childcare is available for a surcharge.

Thansur Restaurant serves a renaissance-inspired menu featuring ingredients from the hotel’s organic farm and includes a bar with garden views. Bokor All Day Dining offers local and international cuisine. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee, and limited room service is offered.