Siem Reap — Neighborhood Guide
Wat Bo is Siem Reap's most charming residential quarter — a quiet neighbourhood of wooden stilt houses, a 200-year-old temple, and the city's finest collection of boutique hotels.
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Wat Bo is Siem Reap's most charming residential quarter — a quiet neighbourhood of wooden stilt houses, a 200-year-old temple, and the city's finest collection of boutique hotels.
5 hotels reviewed · Price range: $$, $$$, $$$$ · Last updated March 2026
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East of the Siem Reap River, the Wat Bo neighbourhood offers a more peaceful alternative to the Old Market bustle. Several of the city's most acclaimed small hotels are here, including Viroth's Hotel and The Heritage Suites — properties that reward those who seek genuine Cambodian character.
Insider Tips
The best dining in Wat Bo is usually one street back from the main tourist thoroughfare.
Ask your hotel concierge for their personal favourite spots in Wat Bo — they often know hidden gems.
Walking is the best way to experience Wat Bo — most attractions are within a 15-minute stroll.
Our Picks
5 hotels · Updated February 2026
Wat Bo
One of Southeast Asia's finest boutique hotels — five minimalist whitewashed villas around a pristine pool in the quiet Wat Bo neighbourhood, with service levels that embarrass much larger competitors.
Wat Bo
An intimate colonial mansion of just 11 suites in a quiet Wat Bo garden, Heritage Suites is Siem Reap's most discreet luxury address — slow-travel hospitality at its finest.
Old Market
The Park Hyatt Siem Reap is a landmark of understated elegance in the heart of the city — 104 rooms of khmer-meets-contemporary design, an extraordinary pool courtyard, and The Parlour bar, which has become the city's most civilised meeting point.
Sala Kamreuk
A genuine Khmer village reimagined as a luxury resort — 45 elevated wooden villas connected by walkways above a sea of green rice paddies, with a spa, two pools, and a cooking school in an open-sided pavilion.
Charles de Gaulle
The grande dame of Indochina, open since 1932 and fully restored to its original art deco magnificence. The Grand Hotel d'Angkor is Cambodia's most storied address — a colonial masterpiece facing the Royal Gardens.
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Common Questions
Wat Bo is ideal for boutique hotel lovers who want a quieter, more residential atmosphere while staying central.
Wat Bo Temple (with 200-year-old murals), boutique hotels, local markets, and a relaxed village-in-the-city atmosphere.
The most convenient option is a rideshare (Uber/Lyft), typically 30-50 minutes depending on traffic. Public transport is also available and often more economical.
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Prices and availability change daily. Lock in the best rate by booking early — most of our top picks offer free cancellation.
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