The DNA: All sharp lines, crisp whites and eye-catching vertical foliage, Viroth’s Hotel has taken a leaf out of the book of New Khmer Architecture, a local take on the modernist movement of the Fifties and Sixties. Open to the outdoors thanks to balconies, patios and a leafy courtyard restaurant, this bold but laid-back bolthole is the talk of the town: expect a smart pool, a pampering spa and sleek mid-century stylings just a hop and a skip from Siem Reap’s buzzy nightlife.

✅ free Wi-Fi • size matters: 35 rooms & suites (35-50m2) (377-538 sq ft) • hotel opened: 2015 • architecture: ASMA Architects ✅ free on-site parking • no pets allowed • 24-hour front desk