Guesthouse in Taphul, Siem Reap
Angkor Ruby Guesthouse
Good-value rooms in Taphul, with local tips for the temples
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Overview
Angkor Ruby is a budget guesthouse with a homely feel, in the Taphul Village area where many of Siem Reap's independent travellers stay. Rooms are simple and comfortable, with a few traditional Khmer touches.
What the hosts offer beyond the room is local know-how: they can advise on routes around the ruins and help set up tours, which is handy if it's your first time at Angkor.
Highlights
- Taphul Village location
- Around 11 minutes' walk to the Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom shrine
- About 19 minutes on foot to King's Road Angkor
- Roughly 3.7 miles to Angkor Wat
- Help with tours and travel advice
Location
The guesthouse gives clear walking times: about 11 minutes to the Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom shrine by the Royal Gardens and about 19 minutes to King's Road Angkor on the river. Pub Street is in the same direction.
Angkor Wat is around 3.7 miles (6 km) away by road, according to the property, an easy tuk-tuk ride.
Good to know
- There's no pool listed.
- Taphul's lanes are quieter than the Pub Street blocks but still have plenty of local places to eat.
Questions about Angkor Ruby Guesthouse
Where is Angkor Ruby Guesthouse?
In the Taphul Village area of Siem Reap, west of the river, within walking distance of the centre.
How far is Angkor Ruby Guesthouse from Angkor Wat?
About 3.7 miles (6 km) by road, according to the guesthouse.
Can the guesthouse help plan temple visits?
Yes. The hosts offer travel advice and help arranging tours of the ruins.
