Borei Angkor Resort & Spa
by the TopOfHotel team
Borei Angkor is a central 4-star resort with a pool and a full spa at a price that seriously undercuts the 5-stars — Score 8.3/10.
Borei Angkor is a central 4-star resort with a pool and a full spa at a price that seriously undercuts the 5-stars — Score 8.3/10.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
Borei Angkor is a mid-size resort with a relaxed, easygoing feel. Rooms are done in a modern Khmer style, and some come with a balcony looking over the pool or the garden. Reviewers single out the cleanliness and the size of the rooms; a few note the design is starting to look older, but it all still works fine. The big draw out back is a good-sized outdoor pool — a genuinely useful place to cool off after a long morning at the temples.
Food and amenities
The spa runs Khmer massage and wellness therapy at prices that stay reasonable for the quality, which is a big part of why this place feels like good value. The restaurant serves Khmer and international dishes, and the buffet breakfast reviews very well — worth sitting down for. There is a poolside bar with a nice atmosphere, and the staff come across as friendly and quick to smile. Concierge can sort out an Angkor tour for you.
Location and getting there
It sits in central Siem Reap, about a 10–15 minute walk from Pub Street or a 5-minute tuk-tuk. Angkor Wat is roughly 6–7 km out, about a 20-minute tuk-tuk. There is spacious parking if your group has a vehicle, and the central spot makes it easy to move around town and out to the Angkor complex.
Things to know before booking
The service is lighter than what you would get at a 5-star — friendly and willing, but not the polished, anticipatory kind. Some rooms feel dated; a few guests flag the older design, though nothing is broken. And this is a mid-size resort rather than an intimate boutique, so do not expect staff to learn your name and preferences. If those things matter to you, budget up; if not, the trade is a good one.
Our take
This is the value play of the list. You get a real pool and a full spa from about $74 a night — money that buys you a far plainer room at the top end — and a central base that keeps Pub Street and the markets within easy reach. The 8.3/10 score (8.2 on Agoda, 8.4 on Booking) is well earned. Best for families and travelers who want the pool-and-spa experience without paying 5-star rates.
Score Breakdown
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The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- A 4-star with both a pool and a spa starting around $74 a night, which is excellent value for what you get in Siem Reap.
- Central Siem Reap location that is easy to get around — Pub Street is a 10–15 minute walk or a 5-minute tuk-tuk away.
- Family-friendly, with a wide outdoor pool that is good for cooling off after a long morning at Angkor.
- Restaurant and bar on site, including a poolside bar, plus a buffet breakfast that reviewers rate highly.
- Spacious parking, which is handy if you have your own vehicle or a private driver for the group.
- Service is lighter than at a 5-star hotel — friendly and willing, but not the polished, anticipatory kind.
- Some rooms are starting to feel dated; a few guests note the design looks older, though everything still works fine.
- It is a mid-size resort rather than an intimate boutique, so do not expect staff to remember your name and preferences.
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Insider Tips
- Ask for a room facing the pool — the view is better and it tends to be quieter.
- The spa here is reasonably priced for the quality, so it is worth booking a Khmer massage on a rest afternoon.
- The buffet breakfast at the in-house restaurant gets strong reviews, so leave time to sit down for it before heading to the temples.