Characterizing the resort's grounds are tropical gardens shadowed by palm and coconut trees. Staff at Mysteres & Mekong greets guests with a warm welcome and serve to each guest's needs with bright and wide smiles. If visitors are looking for a quiet, resort like oasis near the capital's main sites, then look no further.

Mysteres & Mekong is an exclusive property, featuring only 18 guestrooms, all of which provide private terraces where guests can further soak in the serene atmosphere in private. Rooms exude a colonial feel, along with touches of Cambodian tradition. Wooden furniture, beds as well as vivid curtains and railings contrast nicely against the white walls. All amenities and comforts are provided.

There certainly isn't a more refreshing spot to cool off from the Cambodian summer heat than at the swimming pool, surrounded by the ever present gardens and trees. After a swim, guests can further relax with a patented massage service. The body treatment works well after a day touring the city as well. Wi-Fi and internet service is available. 

Surrounded by shady palms and green gardens, the poolside features a bar and restaurant, decorated with the tropical feel that has come to define the property. International and local meals as well as a nice cocktail list are more than enough to soothe and relax.

Offering guests a resort type stay in the middle of Cambodia's burgeoning capital, Mysteres & Mekong is a quiet escape while also offering easy access to Phnom Penh's attractions. Attentive staff and stylishly designed rooms should be enough to lure guests in for a second stay.

Facilities:

• Swimming pool
• Massage service
• Internet facilities

Dining:

• Mysteres & Mekong Restaurant - casual spot of international and local fares

Room type:

• Dragon
• Colonie
• Naga

Mysteres and Mekong is located in heart of the capital, close to Wat Botum Pagoda and within walking distance to the Royal Palace, the silver pagoda, the national Museum and the banks of the Mekong River. Phnom Penh International Airport is approximately seven kilometers west of the city.

Mysteres & Mekong's Location: 70, Rue 244, Next to Wat Botum, Phnom Penh 70244, Cambodia

Who should go?

For those yearning for a quiet resort in the middle of Phnom Penh, Mysteres and Mekong is the place to be. Characterized by shady trees, green gardens and a peaceful environment, guests may be thinking that they are actually by the beach instead of in downtown Phnom Penh. The property only really features a swimming pool, so those yearning for a boutique spa experience may need to look somewhere else.

When to go?

The climate in Phnom Penh can be separated as wet or dry. From May to October, monsoons blow inland, making these months the wettest of the year. Temperatures can reach as high as 40 °C and is accompanied by high humidity. The rains are heavy but short. These times also correspond with the city's low tourist season, which makes bookings much easier. The dry season lasts from November to April with some days experiencing cool temperatures while others seeing some very hot days.  Weather-wise, November to January are the best times to visit. However, this is also the high tourist season, so bookings should be made well in advance.

Where is it?

Mysteres and Mekong is located in heart of the capital, close to Wat Botum Pagoda and within walking distance to the Royal Palace, the silver pagoda, the national Museum and the banks of the Mekong River. Phnom Penh International Airport is approximately seven kilometers west of the city.

What's not to be missed?

A dip in the refreshing swimming pool. A stroll along the Grand Palace. Absorbing the country's history at the National Museum. Watching a scenic sunset by the bustling riverside.  

What's cooking?

Surrounded by shady palms and green gardens, the poolside features a bar and restaurant, decorated with the tropical feel that has come to define the property. International and local meals as well as a nice cocktail list are more than enough to soothe and relax.