Rosewood Phnom Penh, Cambodia, opens as brand’s first urban hotel

Rosewood Phnom Penh hotel has opened, nestled in the iconic 39-story Vattanac Capital Tower, which is prominently located in the central cultural and business district along Preah Monivong Boulevard. At 188 meters high, atop the tallest building in the Cambodian capital, the hotel boasts breathtaking 360o views of the city and offers leisure and business travellers to the city a stately vantage point to witness the revival of what is already considered one of the most charming capitals in Southeast Asia. Specially created introductory experiences offer varied ways for guests to experience the dynamism of Phnom Penh.

“With its rich history and dynamic future, ‘The Pearl of Asia” is an ideal place to expand the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts brand and this debut represents an important milestone in our global growth,” says Sonia Cheng, CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group. “With the ever-increasing desire for authentic travel experiences amongst affluent explorers, Rosewood Phnom Penh satisfies this urge while also giving us the opportunity to raise our flag in one of Asia’s most fascinating cities.”

“Phnom Penh fuses the majesty of the past with the pulse of the present and the promise of the future,” says hotel Managing Director Daniel Grau. “At Rosewood Phnom Penh, we blend traditional refinement with contemporary sophistication to express Rosewood’s A Sense of Place® philosophy.”

Interior from Rosewood Phnom Penh hotel

Designed by Melbourne’s BAR Studio, with two restaurants created by Tokyo-based Bond Design Studio, the interior of the ultra-luxury hotel aims to capture the essence of the country with a blend of Khmer architectural aspects, the country’s French colonial heritage and Cambodian craft techniques, all embraced by a subtle classic-meets-contemporary style.

For travellers experiencing the vibe of Phnom Penh, Rosewood Phnom Penh is the ideal base to become immersed into the vigour of the city. The iconic landmarks of The Royal Palace, National Museum, Central Market, Wat Phnom, the art street, riverside and the central business district are all conveniently located nearby.

The hotel’s residential-style guestrooms are among the largest in Phnom Penh, with a total of 175 rooms including 37 suites. Their design includes large, round, window-facing tables that double as dining or work spaces, inviting guests to soak in vistas of the city skyline and tranquil Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers. Guestrooms at Rosewood Phnom Penh start from a spacious 50-square-meter Executive Room to the signature Norodom House at 225 square meters.

Gastronomes will be spoilt for choice with four dining venues, with innovative and cutting- edge fare spanning Asian, Japanese and European cuisines. The warm Brasserie Louis situated on level 35 instantly presents a panoramic vista of the city skyline and Mekong River from floor-to-ceiling, wrap-around windows, and features French classic comfort foods and regional Cambodian favourites in a casual yet elegant environment. The Living Room is residential-like retreat with a relaxed vibe and cosy corners — a refreshing spot for breakfast, snacks during the day or cocktails and appetizers as day turns to dusk and evening.

Wine cellar at Rosewood Phnom Penh hotel

Iza is a Japanese izakaya-style restaurant that invites guests to linger, sample course after course, and socialize over a lively meal with robata-yaki and irori charcoal grill open kitchen with counter seating as the main feature.

The highlight of the dining journey is Sora – translated as “sky” from Japanese – the highest bar in Phnom Penh, and uniquely perched on a cantilevered terrace on level 37 with unobstructed views of the Cambodian capital as its lofty spectacle.

Guests can maintain their healthy regime by taking advantage of the fitness center, which features an array of cardiovascular, strengthening and weight training equipment.

Tailored packages welcome travellers and staycationers to the capital of the “Kingdom of Wonder,” with opening offers designed to introduce both the exotic capital and the ultra-luxury hotel.
Introductory offers include:
“A Taste of the Kingdom” — This package includes “A Sense of Place” welcome amenities, breakfast for two at Brasserie Louis, 25 percent savings in any dining venue excluding alcohol, high-speed Internet, one-way airport transfer by Rosewood Phnom Penh limousine and complimentary 24-hour late checkout upon availability. A Taste of the Kingdom starts from USD260 per room per night excluding tax and service charge.

“Mekong Indulgence” — This package presents an urban getaway high above the bustle of the city, where a couple or friends can luxuriate in an elegant Rosewood Suite, with daily breakfast. During the stay of one or more consecutive nights, guests can indulge in a 90-minute massage treatment for each person, enjoy a dinner in Brasserie Louis and receive a one-time replenishment of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages in the personal bar. Mekong Indulgence also includes high-speed Internet, personal butler service, round-trip airport transfer by Rosewood Phnom Penh limousine and complimentary 24-hour late checkout upon availability. The package starts from USD1,200 per room per night excluding tax and service charge.