Stylish and modern in style, Shinta Mani Shack hotel is set on the western side of the Siem Reap River, in Northwest Cambodia. Designed by the acclaimed architect Bill Bensley, this courtyard-style property enjoys a contemporary yet authentic design inspired by its local environment. Located in the French Quarter between The Royal Gardens and the Old Market Area just 15 minutes from the Angkor Wat, it forms a perfect base from which to explore the Angkor Archaeological Park.
Housed within the two-storey colonial structure, Shinta Mani Shack offers 62 rooms and one suite. Each room has its own unique design with bold statement custom designed furniture and hand crafted light fittings alongside artwork exclusively created for the hotel. Rooms boast either first floor balcony views or direct access to the large swimming pool set within the tranquil courtyard surrounded with tropical gardens.
There is an in-house restaurant at the Shinta Mani Shack that offers all day dining. Guests may choose from International comfort food as well as Khmer street food. Guests can use the services at its sister property Shinta Mani Angkor that lies across the road. The hotel is ideally located walking distance of the old market, cafés and bars. Siem Reap Night Market and Angkor Night Market are both 1 km away and the international airport is at 7 km`s from the property.
Amenities
Bar/PubConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableFamily RoomFitness CentreGardenMeeting/Conference FacilitiesMultilingual StaffOutdoor PoolRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesShuttle ServiceSpa/SaunaWi-Fi AvailableStay Shinta Mani Shack features 62 rooms and one suite. All are decorated in a surprisingly different “Bensley twist” featuring fireplaces, dark wood, stylish lights and plush beds draped in fine cotton sheets. The standard Pool rooms are 40 sqm but those seeking more space can upgrade to the first floor Junior Suites or Executive Suites (94 sqm) with oversized bathrooms located on the Second floor with balcony views of the urban streetscape.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at Shinta Mani Shack but there are no particular facilities or Kids Club at the hotel. However, they can enjoy there is pool for them to enjoy and child friendly menus in the restaurants. There are interconnecting room options for families.
Dine The in-house Bai Tong Restaurant at the Shinta Mani Shack offers all day dining, with a choice of indoor and outdoor seating areas with a comprehensive menu of international fare as well as Khmer street food. For something different, guests can across the road to sister hotel, Shinta Mani Angkor for their Korya Restaurant that serves gourmet Khmer cuisine and Bensley's Bar, that has a relaxed, airy space, perfect for a pre-dinner drink.
Relax There is a beautiful striped swimming pool, set within the gardens. The resort offers a number of organised activities for guests, including cooking classes and local excursions. Guests at the Shinta Mani Shack can also make use of the services at its sister property Shinta Mani Angkor, which lies across the road which includes a beautiful black-tiled lap pool, Shinta Mani spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials.
Experience Guests at the Shinta Mani Shack basically stay here to view the Angkor Temples. The hotel can arrange private tours and offer tips on the best time to visit. Other bespoke activities include visit to the Tonle Sap lake and take a boat ride to see the floating villages and learn a remarkable lifestyle led by Khmer fishing communities. Explore the countryside and experience riding an Ox cart, the local tractor. Also visit Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary, a birdwatcher’s paradise.
Location Shinta Mani Shack is centrally located in the French Quarter of Siem Reap between the Royal Gardens and the Old Market Area just a 15-minute walk from Angkor Wat.
Getting there 12-hour flight to Bangkok followed by a 1-hour domestic flight to Siem Reap and a 20-minute road transfer.
When to go Cambodia is hot all year round and the best time to visit is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. It starts to get wetter in May and the wettest months are September and October. It is still possible to visit during this time as rain usually falls as short sharp storms. November is a fantastic month to visit Cambodia as it is very green after the rainy season and the lakes and rivers are full of water.
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