Hôtel de la Paix

Traditional Khmer and Art Deco designs come together at this oasis four miles from Angkor, with 107 guest rooms set around a firelit inner courtyard. Rooms come with terrazzo soaking tubs, handcrafted furniture, wall mountings by local artisans—and iPods loaded with Cambodian music and tales. Be sure to take a look through the hotel's gallery space featuring new collections every month. It’s the place to see and be seen, and has launched many a career.