Reviewed by Tom Bell
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HANUMANALAYA - REVIEW
For those coming to Angkor on a budget, Hanuman-Alaya provides a great base on the edge of town. It's a small lush world of gentle pleasures: fountains pour into the swimming pool, curtains of manicured jungle shield you from the outside world, and airy timber-framed interiors bring in the breeze. Grab loungers by the pool for a snooze in the sun or escape to the shade of the restaurant, where bamboo blinds and ceiling fans keep you cool. There’s also a covered balcony with low-slung Khmer sofas, and a spa for an invigorating foot massage at the end of a busy day.
The 13 spotless rooms come in traditional design with wooden floors, silky bedcovers and lots of space. The style may not be cutting-edge, but the rooms do the trick nicely and the comforts are undeniable: smartly-dressed beds, gallons of hot water in quirky pink bathrooms and Indochina’s greatest luxury: air conditioning. Elsewhere, lotus petals float in copper water jars, colourful gourds hang in the trees, orchids grow wild in a sun-trapping courtyard. You’ll find friendly staff, too.
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