Shinta Mani Angkor

Hotel · Siem Reab ·

Shinta Mani Angkor

Hotel · Siem Reab ·

Spa with outdoor massages, 2 restaurants, pool bar, cooking classes

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Junction of Oum Khun St, and Street 14, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia Get directions

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"The historical and spiritual gravity of the temples at Angkor don’t stop Shinta Mani from indulging its playful side — this Siem Reap luxury resort was designed by Bill Bensley, known for a number of Southeast Asia’s finest hotels. Here he’s at his most eclectic, leaving his stamp — and his artworks — all over the resort." - MICHELIN Guide

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"Given the abundance of hotels in Siem Reap , it’s hard to imagine that when the Shinta Mani opened in 2003 there were few—if any—comparable boutique properties in town. It set the bar for those seeking a smaller-scale, personable, and indulgent experience, from the traditional Khmer decor to the cuisine. And like any great hotel, there comes a time for a change. Enter Bill Bensley, the Harvard-educated, Bangkok -based architect and landscape designer behind many of the world’s most arresting properties, who led a two-year total renovation of the place completed in 2012. Using cues from Angkor—columned passages, Buddhist shrines, maps and photos of the temples—Bensley dramatically transformed the Shinta Mani into a contemporary haven with a touch of whimsy, now called Shinta Mani Angkor(the larger Shinta ManiShack resort is across the road). Interiors use a stark palette—white subway-tiled floors and walls; heavy black armoires; charcoal-gray terrazzo partitions; stainless-steel light fixtures—offset by tangerine accents, in a nod to the orange-clad Buddhist monks who meander the temples’ time-worn sandstone structures. From the sugar palm tree–fringed black granite lap pool to the dangling daybeds where you’ll enjoy the decadent breakfast buffet, the Shinta Mani offers just the right mix of drama and comfort."

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Shinta Mani Angkor - A Bensley Collection (Cambodia, ) Verified Reviews | Tablet Hotels

"The historical and spiritual gravity of the temples at Angkor don’t stop Shinta Mani from indulging its playful side — this Siem Reap luxury resort was designed by the California-born, Bangkok-based architect Bill Bensley, who is responsible for more than his fair share of Southeast Asia’s finest hotels and resorts. Here he’s at his most eclectic, leaving his stamp — and his artworks — all over the resort." - Tablet Hotels

https://www.tablethotels.com/en/cambodia-hotels/shinta-mani-angkor-a-bensley-collection

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Shinta Mani Angkor, a Design Boutique Hotel Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

"Guests at Shinta Mani Siem Reap enjoy lovely Khmer-inspired rooms while channelling funds to the local community. Designed by architect Bill Bensley, the boutique hotel is part of a community program that lets guests meet locals from rural Cambodia and help support the Shinta Mani Foundation. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Shinta Mani Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Old Market and Pub Street. It is a 10-minute drive from Siem Reap Airport and the Angkor Wat temple complex. The rooms offer modern designs, city or pool views and each has a flat-screen cable TV. A safety deposit box and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. The private bathroom offers toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. The hotel houses a spa and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can take cooking classes while children enjoy the Kids’ Club. Other facilities include an art gallery and a library. Kroya Restaurant offers a variety of Khmer and international dishes. Drinks are served at the rooftop bar and café, Bonnalay." - My Boutique Hotel (en)

https://www.myboutiquehotel.com/en/boutique-hotels-siem-reap/shinta-mani-club.html

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Review: Shinta Mani Angkor - Bensley Collection, Siem Reap - SilverKris

"Designed by Bill Bensley, this intimate resort of 10 exclusive villas showcases his fantastical luxury aesthetic: floor-to-ceiling windows, manicured gardens, plush rooftop living spaces and oversized lap pools. The villas blend elegance and comfort with black, white and gold accents, unique items from the designer’s personal art and antiques collection, and walls adorned with 3D carvings evoking the flowing robes of Jayavarman, the revered 12th-century Khmer king. Sleep quality is prioritized—Bensley personally selected each bed and blackout drape—and guests receive personalised service from the dedicated “Bensley Butlers,” who facilitate a seamless arrival via a tucked-away entrance (including skipping Immigration queues) and can arrange sunset Angkor tours or romantic dinners atop villas. Guests also have access to facilities at nearby Shinta Mani properties—two pools, the Khmer-inspired restaurants Kroya and Baitong, the ultra-chic Bensley’s Bar, and the Shinta Mani Spa. The operation is tied to a strong social mission: the Shinta Mani Foundation and its School of Hospitality (which has trained more than 245 students) support local healthcare, education and small-business initiatives and offer volunteering and donation opportunities for visitors." - Vanessa Tai

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Bruce

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I’ve been a big fan of Bill Bensley ever since staying at the InterContinental Danang, so I was especially excited for Shinta Mani Angkor. While this property carries his signature touch, I do feel the design here doesn’t quite stand out as boldly as some of his other projects. The main building (lobby and guest rooms) feels a bit more restrained and slightly cramped, possibly due to space limitations. The rooms themselves show a bit of wear. In contrast, the wing across the street — where the restaurant and spa are located — carries more of that dramatic “Angkor” spirit, with stronger thematic elements and a bit more wow factor. That said, the overall experience was still very solid, and I genuinely left wishing I could stay longer. Service is where this hotel truly shines. Our concierge, Daly, was exceptional — she helped arrange our Angkor tour, restaurant reservations, and spa bookings seamlessly. The private car service was a highlight: returning from the heat to a chilled bottle of water and a lotus-scented cold towel felt heavenly. The tour guide arranged by the hotel was knowledgeable and tailored the experience to our interests, which made a big difference. Breakfast was also excellent — one of the better hotel breakfasts I’ve had, with a thoughtful mix of local Khmer dishes and Western options. The pool area was pleasant and well serviced. The only small hiccup was at checkout, where it took a bit of time to sort out the hotel credit from The Edit. Otherwise, the staff here truly make the stay special. Would recommend for travelers who value attentive service and a well-located boutique base for exploring Angkor — even if the design impact isn’t as dramatic as some other Bensley icons.

Fernando N.

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When planing our trip to Cambodia we decided to break up the five days we alocayed to Seam Reap and stay three nights in the Sofitel which we enjoyed very much and two nights at the Shinta Mani Angkor. We booked a private villa with the hotels largest private pool. The villa is a dream the fantastic pool aside which is being used anytime of the day ! The sleeping area is dreamy and opulant looking with lots of quirky decorations and fixtures and fittings. Washing and ablution facilities are great and luxurious including an outdoor rain shower and a huge black stone bath that when we checked in the bath was filled to the brim with warm water and covered entirely with lotus leaves in an ornate pattern. The hotel is adorned with lots of unusual art work and definitely helps the hotel to stand out as not like most hotels. Fernando Nieto enjoying a luxurious couple of nights at the Shinta Mani Angkor visiting from London. Update on review great breakfast at this hotel with lots of choice an a la carte option where I went for the eggs benedict cooked to perfection. Very relaxed atmoaphere. Pool area and pool looks great although as of yet have dipped solely in our private pool which we are loving. Early morning pre breakdast dip just the ticket !!!

Trip.com M.

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We had a truly wonderful stay! Our butler, Sokha, was amazing—she took the time to show us the entire villa, informed us that laundry service was included, and ensured every detail was perfect. Another butler (I’m so sorry I forgot his name) who prepared our floating breakfast, helped us take photos, and even assisted with our luggage during check-out was equally fantastic.The pool villa was beautiful—spacious with two floors, and the turndown service was a lovely touch. They even lit real candles along the stairs to the second floor and provided a mosquito net, creating such a warm and thoughtful ambiance.The welcome drinks, fruit platter, and a mini bar with a full bottle of wine were wonderful gestures. The bathtub decorated with lotus flowers and the birthday amenities—cake, bed decoration, and flowers—made the celebration truly special.Dining at both Bayon and Kroya was a delight, with all the staff being genuinely warm and attentive.Overall, an unforgettable stay with exceptional service all around!

sue2230

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Shinto Mani is a first class resort, with very big clean rooms and very comfortable beds. The pool area is incredible and we enjoyed relaxing by the pool. We had breakfast in the restaurant every day and it was a fantastic choice abd very fresh. We had dinner 2 nights and it was delicious and all the service staff were excellent. In particular, Naren served us for dinner and he was very friendly and very professional, we were very impressed with not only his service skills, but he was also very friendly and chatted to us with a very good level of English, 10/10 for Naren!

M at Jersey S.

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Wonderful hotel. We stayed on the small boutique side, and the rooms were beautiful. The common areas were amazing, and the staff was friendly and attentive throughout our stay. Chantha made our visit especially memorable. She served us breakfast each morning and always made sure we had everything we needed. She also staffed the bar during our afternoon swims and ensured we had a wonderful time. On top of that, she saved the day by ensuring that an item we accidentally left behind was returned to us.. I highly recommend Shinta Mani when you are in Siem Reap.

Kim Y.

Google

We stayed with a group of 14 people with Global Dental Relief for almost two weeks. The hospitality was amazing. The rooms were very nice with balconies. We had a breakfast buffet every morning. One evening we ate dinner on the patio near the pool. Poeun was our server that night and a few times during the afternoon at the pool. He knew our names and provided excellent service! And he reminded us about happy hour!! We had a 10 minute free massage at the pool one day. The Shinta Mani is an excellent choice to stay in Siem Reap.

Kimberly G.

Google

Incredible hospitality! My husband and I were so happy with our 3 night stay. From the moment we were picked up from the airport to the very last goodbye, Shinta Mani went above and beyond. The property itself is beautiful and well kept. Our room was great with house keeping twice a day. We enjoyed our spa services. The gym could use some improvement in that it’s very tiny and only 1 of the 2 treadmills worked. The food was delicious and the breakfast buffet contained everything you could want and more! The afternoon tea was also lovely. The staff was incredible and literally everyone we walked by greeted us with a smile and offered assistance. Franklin was terrific and assisted us from start to finish! A few other staff members of the many that made our experience wonderful included Grace, Daly, Lena, and server Vatha. We hope to come back one day!

Justine M.

Google

First time in Cambodia and first time volunteering with Global Dental Relief. Perfect location near restaurants, shopping and night life. Hotel staff were very helpful, especially Poeun. Was always so friendly and remembered our names, drink orders and food that we liked. He was very attentive to me and my friends. Made our stay very special.