White Mansion

Phnom Penh


The regal rooms at White Mansion, housed in the former residence of the US Embassy, come with heavy wooden doors, sleek furnishings and stylish contemporary art. The service is top notch, right down to the plate of exotic fruits waiting for you when you arrive in your room.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Phnom Penh attractions

1. Wat Langka

0.26 MILES

A colourful Buddhist temple in the heart of the city (near Independence Monument) that was established as a sanctuary for holy writings.

2. Independence Monument

0.27 MILES

Modelled on the central tower of Angkor Wat, Independence Monument was built in 1958 to commemorate the country’s independence from France in 1953. It…

3. Norodom Sihanouk Statue

0.38 MILES

This impressive statue shows the legendary former king/prime minister/statesman King Father Norodom Sihanouk, who died a national hero in 2012.

4. Wat Botum

0.43 MILES

This Buddhist temple with saffron-coloured robes flapping in the wind is particularly photogenic. It's located opposite Wat Botum Park.

5. King's Residence

0.49 MILES

The official residence of King Sihamoni and his family is not open to the general public.

6. Bell Tower

0.5 MILES

The bell of this tower is rung to order the gates of the Royal Palace compound to be opened or closed.

7. Shrine of King Norodom Suramarit

0.5 MILES

This is the shrine of King Norodom Suramarit, the father of King Sihanouk who reigned from 1955 to 1960 following his son's abdication from the throne.