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THE BALÉ PHNOM PENH
Swim in the cool riverside pool, pink palimanan sandstone walkway across sinks, walk-in rainforest shower and a
relax with a sublime treatment at a black-bottomed infinity pond surrounded bathtub, while the private outside courtyard
the spa, and dine by candlelight by lush manicured gardens. with a daybed is an ideal spot for al fresco
under the tropical stars. The Balé The one-bedroom Courtyard Suites offer dining or quiet meditation.
Phnom Penh sets a new luxury 100 square metres comprised of a large The intimate spa offers a wide range
benchmark for South East Asia. living and sleeping area with a generous of treatments with an emphasis on
sofa, daybed and coffee table, plus a kingsize Cambodian massage and aromatherapy and
The latest addition to Lifestyle Retreats, bed ‘floating’ on a wooden plinth. The four traditional Balinese techniques. There is a
The Balé Phnom Penh is a unique, stunning one-bedroom Riverfront Suites are fully-equipped gym for those keen to keep
elegant and very high-end collection of 18 sumptuous residences overlooking the blue- in shape, a personal trainer is on hand, and
sumptuous suites, showcasing the best of tiled swimming pool and the glistening regular complimentary activities such as
modern Asian architecture and design.
waters of the Mekong. Its outdoor area stretch sessions and aerobics.
Lifestyle Retreats is a dynamic hotel includes a wooden-decked balcony with a
management company that offers a welcoming refreshment pool. Central to guests’ happiness and satisfaction
holistic hospitality concept with a range of is the professionalism and dedication of
luxurious privately owned boutique hotels All accommodation features minimalist The Balé Phnom Penh’s staff ‘Family’.
in Indonesia (pg 24) and Cambodia. dark-wood furnishings complemented Almost all ‘Family’ members are
with local Cambodian artefacts and fabrics Cambodian and graduates of a rigorous
A haven of serenity awaits on the banks of to give a sense of elegance and place, training programme recruited from the
the majestic Mekong River. Here guests while poetic photographs by renowned local neighbourhood, offering a unique
are treated to breathtaking views and photographer Minoru Masuyima adorn local resource as they have expert local
welcomed in great style, down a dramatic the walls, reflecting eloquent Cambodian knowledge about the local environment
corridor, past a serene Buddha and along a scenes. The spacious bathrooms have dual and culture.
National Road 6A, Bridge No. 8, Sangkat Bak Khaeng, Phnom Penh CAMBODIA
Tel: +855 23 900 425 Email: [email protected] www.thebalephnompenh.com
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