Phum Baitang Resort, whose name means "the green village" in Khmer, spreads 45 stilted villas across 8 hectares of gardens, rice paddies and meadows just a few kilometers from Siem Reap. The property served as a filming location for the film First They Killed My Father directed by Angelina Jolie, who made it one of her Cambodian bases during production.

Why choose Phum Baitang Resort

The resort champions a clear vision: blending traditional Khmer architecture with contemporary comfort. Wood dominates, villas are elevated on stilts like rural Cambodian homes, and the entire property sits within preserved agricultural landscape rather than an urbanized setting. For those seeking a tranquil stopover before or after visiting Angkor temples, this address offers a serene counterpoint to the bustle of central Siem Reap.

Atmosphere

The mood is that of a reconstructed hamlet: wooden pathways between rice paddies, water buffalo visible from certain villas, light filtered through palm trees. Common areas were designed using existing buildings or inspired by local vernacular. The Cigar & Cocktail Lounge was notably created within a century-old traditional farm, whose wooden frame has been preserved. Rattan armchairs and soft lighting give the space a refined character, ideal for evening relaxation.

The villas

The resort features 45 villas spread across the grounds, all built on stilts and clad in wood following Khmer building traditions.

• 25 villas feature a private terrace overlooking rice paddies or gardens
• 20 villas benefit from an individual swimming pool

The orientation and spacing between villas preserve the privacy of each one.

Dining and spa

The two restaurants

The Bay Phsar is dedicated to Khmer cuisine, crafted from local products including rice grown in the Siem Reap region. The menu revisits Cambodian classics—amok, lok lak, sour soups—without resorting to tourist simplification. The Hang Bay, nearby, offers fusion cuisine blending Southeast Asian and Western traditions, with a wider menu suited to extended stays.

Temple Spa

The resort spa comprises 7 treatment rooms, a sauna, a hammam and a fitness room. The treatments draw from Khmer and Asian wellness traditions, with a menu of massages, facials and extended rituals.

Location

Phum Baitang is set away from central Siem Reap, in a rural area where rice paddies and traditional villages replace commercial streets. Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport and the Angkor archaeological site are accessible by transfers arranged by the hotel. Expect about twenty minutes by road to reach the town center and its markets.

Nearby attractions

• Angkor archaeological park: Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm and peripheral temples
• Tonlé Sap Lake and its floating villages
• Siem Reap markets: Old Market and Made in Cambodia Market
• Khmer craft workshops and cooking schools in the city

To extend your Cambodian experience elsewhere in the country, explore our properties at Veranda Natural Resort in Kep or at Anaya Koh Rong on the southern coast.

Plan your stay

Phum Baitang Resort naturally integrates into an itinerary combining Angkor temples, the capital Phnom Penh and the southern shores. To craft a customized itinerary including this property, explore our trips to Cambodge.