Men’s Spa and Resort

Men’s Resort & Spa feels less like a standard hotel and more like a private gay retreat tucked away on a quieter residential street in Siem Reap (named after the hotel!). Gay-owned and managed by a French-Cambodian couple, it has the polish of a place run with real care: branded towels and bath products, attentive service, well-kept grounds and the sense that everything is being quietly watched over without feeling stiff or formal.

What makes it especially appealing is that it is clearly positioned as a gay hotel from the moment you book — not just gay-friendly, but genuinely built around gay travellers. At ground level, a saltwater pool with an artificial waterfall sits among lush tropical landscaping, with the bar and restaurant just beside it. After a dusty day of temple-hopping, it is very easy to settle in with a well-made, very affordable cocktail and let the afternoon drift into evening as guests start arriving for the onsite sauna.

The restaurant keeps things simple with a small menu that changes every few days, while breakfast has some unexpectedly refined touches, from fresh baguette to proper bone china. Facilities include a decent gym, massage services and the sauna, making it a self-contained base if you want a slower day away from the temples.

Rooms are comfortable and masculine in style, with concrete finishes, tasteful wall hangings and a clean, unfussy feel. Pool-facing rooms are the pick, giving you a front-row view of the resort’s social heart. The staff are friendly, capable and quietly warm, reflecting the gentle hospitality that makes Cambodia such an easy place to fall for.