Siem Reap
Siem Reap (Angkor Wat) is a very relaxing and unspoiled community. The famous Temples are a must to see. Getting to Siem Reap is very simple, as they host a nice international airport. I would suggest at least 3 nights there to explore all the temples and surrounding areas. There is more to do there then just explore the ruins. The Tonle Sap Lake is a must see, take a boat trip and visit some of the Khmer Communities. The arts & crafts are fantastic and very inexpensive. There are gay guesthouses and resorts there that will take very good care of you. The prices can range from backpacker to 5 Star.
WHERE TO STAY
Angkor Friendship Inn #56, Street Psakram, Vihear Che Gay owned guesthouse, with rooms, swimming pool, restaurant and massage. Walking distance to Old Market, Central Market and Night Market. Free wireless in the room, and computers in lobby for use. Free breakfast include, small pool and bar for relaxing. Masseurs can be arranged for a nice massage in your room. Angkor Friendship Inn now offers you a 10% discount for all bookings made from CambodiaOut, just mention that you have been redirected from CambodiaOut and you will receive the special price provided only by CambodiaOut.
Ei8ht Inn #602, Village Stheoung Thmey Ei8ht is a small guest house near the center of Siem Reap. Reasonable rooms with simple furnishings. Some local young men hang around in the lobby area. It is easy access to shopping and nightlife.
Ei8ht Rooms #138, Village Stheoung Thmey Ei8ht is a small guest house near the center of Siem Reap. Reasonable rooms with simple furnishings. Well stocked DVD selection to choose from, including gay videos. Rooftop patio to enjoy the scenery. Some local young men hang around in the lobby area. It is easy access to shopping and nightlife.
Golden Banana Bed & Breakfast Phum Wat Dumnak A great gay owned and managed hotel and resort. Dirk and his Thai partner have done a great job, such a pleasant place to stay. They have 3 different concepts, Bed & Breakfast, Boutique Hotel and Resort. Two great pool areas, relaxing areas. Food and drinks available and served by their very friendly and handsome staff. Villas and suites also available. Transportation and tour guides available, they can also pick you up at the Thai border. Only a few minutes’ walk to the center of town.
Golden Banana Boutique Hotel Phum Wat Dumnak Two great pool areas, relaxing areas. Food and drinks available and served by their very friendly and handsome staff. Villas and suites also available. Transportation and tour guides available, they can also pick you up at the Thai border. Only a few minutes’ walk to the center of town. Golden Banana Boutique Hotel now offers you a 10% discount for all bookings made from CambodiaOut, just mention that you have been redirected from CambodiaOut and you will receive the special price provided only by CambodiaOut.
Golden Banana Boutique Resort Phum Wat Dumnak Two great pool areas, relaxing areas. Food and drinks available and served by their very friendly and handsome staff. Villas and suites also available. Transportation and tour guides available, they can also pick you up at the Thai border. Only a few minutes’ walk to the center of town. Golden Banana Boutique Resort now offers you a 10% discount for all bookings made from CambodiaOut, just mention that you have been redirected from CambodiaOut and you will receive the special price provided only by CambodiaOut.
Hotel Be Angkor The Passage (Old Market) Three fabulous guest rooms, owned and operated by Martin, the owner of Linga Bar. The rooms are very nicely decorated. Located opposite Linga Bar, there is an in-house Spa on the 2nd floor for your relaxing pleasure. Very upscale, but well worth it. This is definitely a place to stay for your holiday in Siem Reap. Martin can also arrange guided tours for you. Hotel Be now offers you a 15% discount when booking your reservations. Mention CambodiaOut when making your booking via direct mail at 2be@hotelbeangkor.com
Kool Hotel #18, National Road 6 A gay owned (Khmer / Thai) and managed guesthouse. Located outside the downtown area, but only 10 minutes by tuk-tuk. Rooms are nice and clean. In house massage. Free breakfast is included in the Sabai Sabai Restaurant. Nice large salt water swimming pool to relax in after a hot day at the temples. Try L’Mait Massage for a great relaxing massage by some very cute and friendly masseurs. Room service available.
Les Orientalisties #613, Wat Bo A traditional house, with four guestrooms and one suite. Gay owned and managed, near the center of the city. Meals are served in a very charming garden, and the food is very good. Each room has a private bathroom and garden and wifi.
Men’s Resort Wat Po Lanka Men’s exclusive gay resort has 10 rooms (deluxe suites and standard rooms) in a contemporary and stylish boutique resort. Free breakfast is served poolside or on the restaurant terrace. All the rooms are equipped with air/con, safe, free Wi-Fi, large LCD TV with satellite channels, telephone, and mini-bar. There is a great swimming pool 18m long with a fantastic waterfall. For a great workout be sure to use the spacious and well-equipped gym. Also in the facilities is a spa and sauna area with steam, jacuzzi, dark maze, and private cabins. Enjoy your leisure time with local guys and tourists from around the world. Choose your bar among the two available. Both have an entertaining and friendly staff and a wide choice of alcoholic and non alcoholic cocktails. Snacks and ice-cream are also available. The pool bar, on the ground floor between the wooden deck and the Spa, is an ideal place for a drink if you wish social contacts. The first floor one offers more tranquility and a good overall observation point on the G/F scene! Men’s Resort now offers you a 10% discount for all bookings made from CambodiaOut, just mention that you have been redirected from CambodiaOut and you will receive the special price provided only by CambodiaOut.
Mysteres d’Angkor Wat Po Lanka Located outside the main city, but close to Angkor Wat. Khmer style guest houses, nice swimming pool, tall coconut trees, beautiful garden setting, cute bar and restaurant. All put together in a nice Khmer style motif. They have just opened a new guesthouse in Phnom Penh (Mysteres & Mekong).
Seven In Guesthouse Wat Damnak A gay owned and managed guesthouse. Very cute staff closes to Old City Market area. Nice restaurant with a good selection of International and Khmer food. Ask Rolf the owner what is happening in Siem Reap.
The Cockatoo Resort Wat Damnak A gay owned resort, located in an old restored Khmer house with a beautiful tropical garden setting. Pool and bar, with a great restaurant featuring Khmer and western food. Free wireless internet. The Noa Noa Bar is poolside, and great for relaxing after a long hot day at Angkor Wat. A small photo gallery is located with photographs taken by one of the owners.
The One Hotel The Passage (Old Market) Owned and operated by Martin from the Linga Bar. This single room is fabulous. It is a one in a kind experience. Beautifully decorated in Khmer style leaving nothing to the imagination. Next door to The Hotel Be. Be sure to have a relaxing massage at Linga Spa. The One Hotel now offers you a 15% discount when booking your reservations. Mention CambodiaOut when making your booking via direct mail at 2be@hotelbeangkor.com
Viroth’s Hotel Wat Bo A beautiful hotel within walking distance of the city center. Gay owned and managed same owners as Viroth’s Restaurant, but in a different location. Beautifully decorated rooms, great pool area to relax. Nice rooftop bar and spa area. Meals are served in a nice garden setting. A sanctuary in the heart of Siem Reap, adjacent to the Siem Reap River, walking distance from the Royal Residence, a 15 minute ride from the splendor of Angkor Wat.
WHERE TO PARTY
Linga Bar The Passage (Old Market) Siem Reaps first gay owned bar. Attracts a mixed crowd. Cute and very friendly Khmer staff. Great cocktails and snacks. The meeting place for gay Siem Reap. Martin, the owner, also has 2 great styles of boutique guest houses.
Miss Wong The Lane (Old Market) Unlike the hectic tourist bars that line the popular ‘Pub Street’ Miss Wong is an Intimate cocktail lounge attracting a more mature clientele. Miss Wong is the creation of the award-winning radio journalist, Dean Williams. The New Zealander can be found behind the bar every evening. Take a sip of old Shanghai! Miss Wong now offers you a 10% discount on all their drinks. Just show your CambodiaOut “BONUS” member card and you will receive the special price provided only by CambodiaOut.
Zanzybar Sivutha Blvd & 9 Street A bar for the transgendered.
Zone One Disco Phsar Nhe (behind Hotel de la Paix) A mixed disco, but very popular with the gay crowd. Open until early morning
WHERE TO EAT
Les Orientalisties #613, Wat Bo A traditional Khmer House, where the meals are served in a very charming garden, and the food is very good.
Sabai Sabai Restaurant #18, National Road 6 Located inside the Kool Hotel. A gay owned (Khmer / Thai) and managed restaurant and bar. Located outside the downtown area, but only 10 minutes by tuk-tuk.
Viroth’s Restaurant #248 Wat Bo Authentic Khmer cuisine at its best. Gay owned and managed. Very handsome waiters to serve you. The ambiance is truly fantastic, set in a Khmer style garden. Do not miss this opportunity. Walking distance from Viroth’s Hotel.
SPAS
Bodia Spa Old Market Area Gay owned and managed, and although it is a spa for mixed group, the handsome masseurs will take excellent care of you. Wonderful settings and a great pleasant atmosphere (ask for upstairs room).
Bodia Spa Wat Po Lanka Gay owned and managed, and although it is a spa for mixed group, the handsome masseurs will take excellent care of you. Wonderful settings and a great pleasant atmosphere located inside the beautiful Heritage Hotel.
Linga Spa The Passage (Old Market) Gay owned and managed, by Martin at Linga Bar. Handsome masseurs, nice spa facilities. Opposite Linga Bar. Great place to relax after a long day exploring Angkor Wat. Above The One & Be Hotel.
L’Miat Massage #18 National Road #6 Traditional Khmer massage. Located inside the Kool Hotel. Nice facilities, or you can have room service. After a nice massage take a cool refreshing dip in their swimming pool.
Men’s Resort Spa Wat Po Lanka Located inside the all new Men’s Resort is a spa and sauna area with steam, jacuzzi, dark maze, and private cabins. Great massage packages by very handsome masseurs relax by the spacious swimming or enjoy a cool drink at the bar.
Viroth’s Spa Wat Bo Gay owned spa, located on the rooftop of Viroth’s Hotel. The ambiance is fantastic, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, Khmer massage, manicures & pedicures and facials. Handsome masseurs to serve you or you can have room service.
SAUNAS
Men’s Resort Sauna Wat Po Lanka Located in a quiet place that enables locals to join the spa in discreet, MEN’S is the only spa meeting international hygiene and facilities standards in the city of the Khmer temple. It is ideal to relax after one day of visits in the temples and to make contacts with local Khmer and expat gay crowd. Clean and creatively designed, this gay male fun venue includes lockers, showers, sauna, steam baths, dry labyrinths, large jacuzzi, private cabins, and video lounge. Entrance fee gives access to all the Spa facilities including the swimming pool and the gym (free for the hotel guests).
Romantic Gay Male Sauna #99, Village Stheoung Thmey Massage, gym, Jacuzzi, steam room, video rooms, private rooms, Very popular with the locals. Larger than the original location in Phnom Penh. Great massages by cute staff. Great place for cruising or exercising. 3 shop houses down from Ei8ht Rooms.
GALLERIES & BOUTIQUES
Arts Lounge Sivutha Boulevard Overlooking the urban streetscape or courtyard garden inside the fabulous Hotel de la Paix. The Arts Lounge showcases a variety of modern and traditional Cambodian art forms which are presented in an interactive and thought-stimulating manner. Take time to reflect up the changing exhibits which are over seen by the internationality trained gay curator Don Protasio.
Eric Raisina Haute Couture 53 Veal Village Fabric designer. World famous designer. Clothes, scarves, bags, shirts and dresses. Beautiful colors and designs.
Poetry The Passage (Old Market) Arts, crafts, jewelry and interesting clothes. Gay owned and managed, creations by Don & Loven.
Wellness and Wear #003 Sivutha Blvd Retailers of high quality stones and crystals, crystal, magnetic and stone designer jewelry and wellness items. The shop in the centre of the lively tourist city of Siem Reap.
TRAVEL & TOUR
Affinity Tour Guide Gay tour guide.
Gold Tuk Tuk Driver Gay driver and tour guide.
Heritic Asia Travel Gay owned and managed, providing gay and lesbian friendly guides throughout Cambodia. Customized tours or packed tours are available.
Khmer Rainbow Tours Your “One Stop” tour service. Professionally designed and customized private excursions to The Kingdom of Cambodia. Air and ground transportation, licensed guides and fully insured drivers, hotels, restaurants, clubs, pubs, spas and saunas. A great selection of historical and cultural tours. Gay owned and managed for over 10 years. Contact: khmerrainbowtours@gmail.com
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