{"id":150264,"date":"2019-10-02T09:05:15","date_gmt":"2019-10-02T01:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/?p=150264"},"modified":"2019-10-03T10:25:11","modified_gmt":"2019-10-03T02:25:11","slug":"the-bale-phnom-penh-hotel-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/the-bale-phnom-penh-hotel-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Short getaway from Hong Kong: Bliss out in designer luxury at The Bal\u00e9, Phnom Penh"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the best things about living in Hong Kong is its close proximity to wonderful travel destinations. When you\u2019re not checking in for a staycation in Hong Kong<\/a>, it\u2019s easy to enjoy a weekend in Singapore<\/a> or head north to visit wonderful\u00a0resorts in China<\/a>. Just a two hour flight from Hong Kong \u2013 and with the fastest immigration queues ever \u2013 Phnom Penh is a must-visit destination, and for those looking for the ultimate luxury accommodation, you need to spend time at The\u00a0Bal\u00e9, Phnom Penh.<\/p>\n

A visit to The Bal\u00e9, Phnom Penh<\/h3>\n
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Riverfront Suites at\u00a0The Bal\u00e9, Phnom Penh include refreshment pools and look directly on to the Mekong<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I was so in need of a holiday when I went to stay at The Bal\u00e9, Phnom Penh. Let\u2019s just say that brain function was in decline and it was time for a digital detox. <\/p>\n

About a thirty minute drive from Phnom Penh airport, the resort sits on the Mekong River, completely secluded from the capital city. Featuring just 18 rooms, the property is all about quality service and luxurious living, with a large swimming pool that allows you to watch the boats going up and down the river and a spa that gives a wonderful traditional Khmer massage with a hot compress. Ahhh… the serenity.<\/p>\n

The accommodation<\/h3>\n
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If you opt for a Courtyard Suite, expect a spacious room with all the amenities<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At The Bal\u00e9, Phnom Penh, the Courtyard Suites are spacious, with a huge bath and shower area that looks out onto your own personal courtyard. Luxury to me is sitting in a bath and reading as colourful birds and insects fly around outside the window, and this is an everyday occurance at the resort.\u00a0Beds are super comfortable, and we love the little poems that are left for guests after turndown each night.<\/p>\n

The four Riverfront Suites take it up a level, offering a wooden deck and a personal refreshment pool \u2013 it\u2019s the ultimate in secluded luxury.<\/p>\n

The food situation<\/h3>\n
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Enjoy a freshly squeezed juice or a drink at the bar in Theato<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at Theato restaurant, a haven of good design, where Scandinavian minimalism meets Cambodian heritage and art. While the menu is highly curated, there\u2019s something for everyone when it comes to breakfast, from avocado toast to Japanese somen noodles.<\/p>\n

An array of delightful salads, locally caught seafood and other Cambodian specialities are on offer throughout the day, with the Mekong river lobster, grouper fillet and amok sauce winning the popular vote during our visit.<\/p>\n

You can also opt to enjoy your meal al fresco, as you sit next to the river and watch the world go by \u2013 so romantic!<\/p>\n

The service<\/h3>\n
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