Hotel: Spa Corner Residence

As soon as I entered the hotel, I felt zen. And I'm usually full of energy, so that says a lot. Upon arrival, my friend and I were escorted to a relaxing room by the entrance, which had the most calming aroma. We were given cold flannels, sweet potato crisps, and fresh juice. I requested refills of the sweet potato crisps about three times. Sometimes pictures look good from afar but in reality are far from good; however, I definitely won when booking this boutique hotel.

I want to say it was the earthy colour tones in the bedrooms, and spa that created the zen environment, but it was more than that. It was a feeling, that I’d like to bottle up and spray around my house. The aroma and the music made me want to nap. And who doesn't love a good nap? The ambience was just perfect.

All the feels

The staff were really friendly and went out of their way to make our stay in Siem Reap unforgettable. They pointed us in the right direction for food places, dropped us off at venues in the area, and even doubled as tour operators, taking us to Angkor Wat.

My three favorite things about Spa Corner Residence were the rooftop space—it was perfect for practicing yoga at sunset and sunrise—the chill space in the bedrooms, filled with cushions, and the swimming pool swing (more for pictures than purpose!).

Spa

The long-term aim is for this hotel to turn into a day spa, which kills my dream of booking a one-way ticket to Cambodia and living in this hotel. But the energy was so relaxed and spa-esque that the idea didn't shock me. I sampled the spa treatments and received a complimentary 60-minute full-body Khmer massage. Never underestimate a petite masseuse—Thai massages no longer hold the title for firmness. The spa rooms were decorated with earthy, red, and gold tones. I couldn't walk through the hallway to the treatment rooms without taking pictures. I felt like I was in a Herbal Essence commercial.

Wrap up

One thing I didn't see coming and needs a warning, is the swimming pool's depth changing swiftly. I nearly drowned while attempting a photoshoot! But when I say this hotel is a vibe, I don't say it halfheartedly. If I could have extended my stay, I would have without hesitation. I loved my stay at the Spa Corner Residence and my whole time in Siem Reap. If Siem Reap is on your list of places to visit you need to read this post.