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Blog Newsletter Siem Reap  - June 1, 2017

The SR Monthly #8: the best of Siem Reap

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5 things you didn't know about Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Here’s what you didn’t know about Angkor Wat and the other temples

Angkor Wat is just about everyone’s main reason for visiting Siem Reap. This marvellous, spectacular complex of ancient Khmer temples is certainly worth the visit, and doubly worth waking up early for that sunrise tour. But many of those who stroll around Angkor Wat’s wonders may be blissfully unaware of some of the interesting and surprising facts about the temples. Thanks to our latest blog post, you can make a more informed visit to Siem Reap’s famous temples, and get so much more from it as a result.

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Lemongrass Garden Spa at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Be pampered at Lemongrass Garden Spa at Baby Elephant

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Lemongrass Garden Spa at Baby Elephant, part of our new partnership with accomplished independent Siem Reap spa Lemongrass Garden. This evening we’re hosting the launch of our brand new spa facility, set at the back of the hotel in a tranquil area surrounded by fragrant flowers and an organic edible garden. The spa will offer a wide range of rejuvenating treatments from massage to facials and more, all using natural ingredients, and drawing on the shared 16 years’ experience of Lemongrass Garden directors Daniel and Borey. We hope you’ll be able to join us for a pampering session in the Lemongrass Garden Spa at Baby Elephant soon – in the meantime, take a look at our blog for all the details of what to expect!

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Tuk Tuk Tacos restaurant in Siem Reap, Cambodia - photo by Tuk Tuk Tacos

Siem Reap’s best international restaurants and cafes

It’s not all Khmer food in Siem Reap – in fact, for a city of this size, our little temple town offers a remarkable array of cuisines from all over the globe. But that’s not to say all restaurants in Siem Reap were created equally – far from it. Whether you’re looking to feast on burgers or sushi, tacos or pizza, our guide to the best international restaurants and cafés in Siem Reap has you covered.

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Gin cocktail at the Full Moon Apothecary Baby Elephant Gin Appreciation Society event at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia - photo by Chris Wotton

What’s been going down at Baby Elephant

We’ve had an action-packed month at Baby Elephant – from sipping charcoal cocktails, making flower crowns and participating in captivating Pagan ceremonies, to stuffing our faces with the very best of Chile’s street food scene, it’s been a busy one! Take a look at our web site for all the photos from our Gin Appreciation Society Full Moon Apothecary popup and our Viva Chile! food fair.

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Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel merchandise at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Take a slice of Baby Elephant home with you

Our logo is now emblazoned on Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel Siem Reap shirts and our gorgeous tropical style captured on cooking aprons! Take souvenirs and gifts home with you to share your experience with family and friends. T-shirts and aprons are crafted and screen-printed locally and ethically by NGO Friends International. Available for purchase when you visit us at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel!

The new web site for Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia
New-look website

Just in time for our new spa to launch we’ve also launched a new website! We’ve given babyelephant.asia a brand-spanking-new overhaul, making it more secure and easier than ever to book rooms and find great deals at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel. We’ve also revamped our layout so you can easily find the information you need about Baby Elephant and our host of top-notch facilities and services.

Promotion cocktails by the swimming pool at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Promotion!

Amazing savings when you book direct at Baby Elephant. And for all stays until the end of June all direct bookings get a free cocktail for every person in your booking!
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The swimming pool at Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia
About Baby Elephant Boutique Hotel

Baby Elephant is an evolving independent boutique hotel in Siem Reap, providing premium budget and affordable luxury accommodation alongside all the facilities and services of an international hotel. We are proud to be the number three boutique hotel on TripAdvisor as at January 2017.

We are an inclusive, family-friendly and LGBT-welcoming property offering a dynamic, creative and nourishing space for guests. Our sustainable and ethical business model is focused on creating opportunities for our team of Cambodian staff, while creating rewarding and memorable experiences for our valued guests. Read more here.

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