Cambodias capital has some of south-east Asias most affordable boutique hotels, urban resorts, B&Bs and hostels and many of them even feature swimming pools
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Phnom Penh may just have the highest proportion of places to stay with swimming pools of any Asian capital, and they are a treat after a day amid the dusty streets or riding around in an open-sided remork (Cambodias tuk tuk). Set in frangipani-filled gardens and surrounded by sunbeds and shaded salas with billowing curtains, The Plantations pool is one of the biggest (20 metres) and the best. The bright rooms have four-poster beds with mosquito nets, silk cushions and spreads in citrus shades, and a balcony overlooking the pool or the terrace. Theres a poolside cafe, spa, and a second pool a 12-metre one, known as the red pool open to the public. The location, minutes from the Royal Palace, National Museum and waterfront, is brilliant.
+855 23 215 151, theplantation.asia. Doubles from £51 B&B
