Welcome to Bensley Collection Siem Reap, a group of private oasis villas shaded by the gardens of the royal residence, ensconced within the vibrant streets of Siem Reap, near the magical Angkor Wat temple complex.
Each villa offers 1562 meters across two pavilions including a floor to ceiling glassed bathroom with views over the garden and outdoor bathtub and rain shower. Inside the living space, three dimensional murals have been carved to render the romantic folds of Jayavarman’s robe – one of the Khmer Kings known for his powerful pioneering spirit – the perfect complement to such exquisite surrounds.
An exclusive set of villas tucked away under the shade of none other than the Royal Residence’s gardens. Each villa offers the utmost comfort and privacy in beautiful settings, with a design inspired by Khmer King Jayavarman – no less for our regal guests.
Bensley believes that as magisterial as Angkor Wat is, it shouldn’t be the only reason you visit Siem Reap, let alone Cambodia as a whole. [...] Our first stop was one of the Prasat Chrung temples—an intimate, moss-covered ruin we had completely to ourselves. For the next two hours, we were able to escape the huge tour groups, then take a dramatic drive through the Death Gate along a dusty path in the jungle toward Ta Nei Temple.
There are Instagram-worthy bold, sumptuous and vibrant surprises at every turn, as well as private rooftop gardens, lavish outdoor tubs, Art Deco-tiled lap pools and fabulous butlers. The only trouble with this veritable Eden is that you won't want to do anything (after all, you can get massages in your villa) - something to keep in mind when planning so you have enough time to relax and soak up all Cambodia has to offer.
'You have to be a bit crazy for people to take notice,' said hotel designer Bill Bensley, before I became the first journalist to check in to Bensley Collection-Shinta Mani Siem Reap. A distillation of 30 years' experience, it's the first venture to be operated as well as conceived by him... I expect big things and a few surprises.
Coronavirus Statement
Bensley Collection and Shinta Mani are sensitive to the uncertainties and fears being experienced by guests planning to travel in the near future.
Coronavirus Statement
Bensley Collection and Shinta Mani are sensitive to the uncertainties and fears being experienced by guests planning to travel in the near future. We completely understand that they may currently feel uncomfortable travelling.
In acknowledgement of this, we are committed to being flexible with booking terms and conditions until we have greater clarity regarding the extent of the situation. This extends to the timing of deposits and final payments, as well as providing the opportunity to postpone travel to a later date, without penalty.
Each of our guest enquiries will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the best way forward, and to provide a level of comfort during this challenging time.
We will continue to update you as the situation unfolds and maintain our flexible terms until global travel conditions start stabilising again.
