The Quay Hotel
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
This is the latest property managed by the FCC and is my favorite so far. At times the room is a bit too trendy for its own good....“How do you shut the curtains and turn on the lights?” The beds though are incredibly comfortable and the view over the river is superb. Enjoy a drink on the roof in the evening or just step outside the front door for all the best restaurants and nightlife in Phnom Penh.
Great location right on the river and a trendy rooftop restaurant.
The front panoramic rooms are great. The back rooms are a bit claustrophobic.
They only have double beds, no twins. So make sure you're traveling with a bed buddy.
The FCC properties are a staple of the Cambodian tourism scene and they are also leaders in environmental policy. The Quay Hotel is a perfect example with their commitment to offsetting 100% of their carbon footprint. These calculations are made using established methodologies compliant with international environmental protocols and guests also have the opportunity to calculate their own carbon footprint and learn more about the system of carbon offsets. In addition, The Quay makes an effort to educate guests about carbon friendly efforts they can make to go green.
I tend to dwell on the community aspect of giving back, but I appreciate that The Quay has decided to focus on their environmental impact and not only make an effort to be environmentally friendly, but to help the guests get involved and educated as well.
Reviewed by: Andrea Ross
March 2009