Angkor Aurora
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Often seen around €55–€95 outside peak dates
A practical guide to this affordable five-star hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia - a five-star hotel without five-star prices in the under €100 tier when the dates line up.
Last updated: 31 May 2026
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Why consider this hotel
- Well-positioned for Angkor Archaeological Park visits
- Pool and garden setting that feels more resort than city hotel
- Strong reviews for hospitality and attentive service
Why it is cheap
Often seen around €55–€95 outside peak dates
- Cambodia's very low cost base makes boutique resorts inexpensive even by regional standards.
- Siem Reap has far more hotel rooms than its visitor numbers require, so competition drives rates down.
- It is a local five-star built around the Angkor visit, competing on price rather than brand prestige.
Five-star reality
Local five-star
Classified as five-star locally, but closer to upper-upscale in practice. Judge it on value, not the star rating alone.
Best months to book
Best weather
Best: Dec–Feb. Cool dry temple weather; Sep–Oct is wetter and less ideal.
Cheapest value
Cheapest: May–Sep. Most expensive: Jan; Dec–Feb brings peak Angkor demand.
Watch out for
- Siem Reap's recovery post-pandemic has been uneven
- The five-star rating is local rather than international
Location
Where this hotel is
Close enough to Angkor for early temple starts while keeping Siem Reap town, Old Market and Pub Street easy by tuk-tuk.
Nearby
- Angkor Archaeological Parktemple complex - early-start day trip
- Old Marketshopping / food - easy tuk-tuk ride
- Pub Street arearestaurants / nightlife - easy tuk-tuk ride
Illustrative snapshot. Use Google Maps for the exact location.
Seasonality
When to go
Best time for weather
Weather comfort, average temperature and humidity.
Best: Dec–Feb. Cool dry temple weather; Sep–Oct is wetter and less ideal.
- Jan Best 26°C / 79°F 67% humidity
- Feb Best 27°C / 81°F 65% humidity
- Mar Good 29°C / 84°F 64% humidity
- Apr Possible 30°C / 86°F 68% humidity
- May Possible 30°C / 86°F 75% humidity
- Jun Possible 29°C / 84°F 80% humidity
- Jul Possible 28°C / 82°F 82% humidity
- Aug Possible 28°C / 82°F 83% humidity
- Sep Avoid 28°C / 82°F 85% humidity
- Oct Avoid 27°C / 81°F 84% humidity
- Nov Good 26°C / 79°F 76% humidity
- Dec Best 25°C / 77°F 70% humidity
Air quality
Air quality by month
Best air is usually Jul–Aug. Air quality appears broadly manageable across the year.
- JanPoor25.7
- FebPoor27.6
- MarPoor26.7
- AprModerate22.9
- MayModerate18.1
- JunModerate14.3
- JulModerate12.4
- AugModerate12.4
- SepModerate14.3
- OctModerate18.1
- NovModerate21.9
- DecPoor25.7
PM2.5-based monthly estimate. Local air can vary due to traffic, dust, fires, weather and live conditions. Check live AQI before booking if you are sensitive to pollution.
Best time for price
Typical monthly price value.
Cheapest: May–Sep. Most expensive: Jan; Dec–Feb brings peak Angkor demand.
- Jan Most expensive
- Feb Expensive
- Mar Average
- Apr Good value
- May Cheapest
- Jun Cheapest
- Jul Cheapest
- Aug Cheapest
- Sep Cheapest
- Oct Good value
- Nov Good value
- Dec Expensive
Images from the stay and destination
Why it is interesting
Angkor Wat is one of the world’s most extraordinary sights, and staying in Siem Reap gives travellers the flexibility to visit at sunrise, return at sunset, and explore the broader Angkor Archaeological Park at their own pace. Angkor Aurora offers the pool-and-garden atmosphere of a small resort without the pricing of larger international chains — an appealing combination for the destination.
Why it is good value
Cambodia remains one of the most affordable countries in Southeast Asia for quality accommodation. A hotel that would cost significantly more in comparable tourist destinations here appears at rates that often surprise travellers, especially given the quality of service.
Price notes
Siem Reap’s tourism market is still recovering and rates can vary considerably. Check rates against the high season (November–March, when the weather is best) and consider the shoulder months for a combination of good conditions and better pricing.
Location and nearby sights
The hotel is close enough to the Angkor Archaeological Park to make early-morning temple visits practical. Siem Reap town, the Old Market and the broader Pub Street area are within easy reach by tuk-tuk.
Food and things to do nearby
Khmer cuisine deserves more attention than it typically receives. Fish amok (steamed fish curry), lok lak (stir-fried beef), prahok dips and fresh spring rolls are all worth seeking out. The Old Market has street food stalls alongside the tourist restaurants, and a few blocks away from the main strip the local eating is very good.
Best time to book
December to February is the strongest window for Angkor temple days, with January especially comfortable on weather and humidity. March and November are still good shoulder choices. May to September is usually the cheapest stretch, though September and October are the wettest months and best treated as a value trade-off rather than the classic first-choice season.
Watch out for
The five-star designation is local rather than internationally accredited. The hotel is well-reviewed but should be understood as a strong boutique property rather than an international luxury chain. Siem Reap as a destination has also become more commercialised around the main tourist quarter.
Verdict
Strong value. For travellers making the trip to Angkor — one of the world’s essential travel experiences — a comfortable, pool-equipped hotel at this price point is a genuine advantage.
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