This exceptional 2-bedroom apartment for rent near the Royal Palace in Daun Penh is one of Phnom Penh’s most distinctive residential offerings. Set on the second floor of a traditional Khmer-style building along a tree-lined boulevard, just a two-minute walk from the Sisowath Quay riverfront, the apartment delivers a living experience that is virtually impossible to replicate anywhere else in the city — warmth, craftsmanship, and cultural authenticity at every turn.
Spanning 90 square metres, the apartment is generous in both scale and spirit. Every surface speaks of master craftsmanship: polished hardwood floors, vaulted timber-panelled ceilings, hand-carved doors with antique brass fittings, and arched windows framing leafy canopy views toward the Royal Palace.
The interiors are dressed entirely in period Khmer furnishings — from lacquered display cabinetry and silk-upholstered hardwood seating, to antique Buddha statues, bespoke lotus lamps, and large-format Angkorian oil paintings. This is not a staged aesthetic; it is a curated home with genuine cultural depth.
The open-plan living and dining area flows easily between a comfortable sitting room, a formal dining table, and a well-appointed kitchen with granite surfaces, a ceramic hob, refrigerator, and full hardwood cabinetry. Both bedrooms are generous in size, featuring carved wardrobes, dressing mirrors, and air-conditioning. The bathroom includes a full soaking bathtub and in-unit washing machine.
The covered second-floor balcony is a genuine highlight: a large, shaded outdoor terrace lush with potted palms and tropical plants, overlooking the tree canopy and the Royal Palace grounds. With the riverfront just a two-minute stroll away, this is an exceptionally rare address — a quiet, private retreat at the very centre of historic Phnom Penh.
Key apartment features
- Overlooks the Royal Palace, Phnom Penh
- 2-minute walk to Sisowath Quay riverfront
- 2nd floor with elevated canopy views
- Large covered balcony with garden planting
- Solid hardwood floors throughout
- Vaulted timber ceilings, hand-carved doors
- Fully furnished in classical Khmer style
- 2 spacious bedrooms with A/C
- Bathroom with full soaking bathtub
- Fully equipped kitchen, granite worktops
- In-unit washing machine
Apartment location
Situated in the prestigious Daun Penh district, this apartment for rent is a two-minute walk from Sisowath Quay and the Tonle Sap riverfront — one of Phnom Penh’s most coveted addresses. The Royal Palace and National Museum are within easy reach, as are the city’s finest riverside restaurants, independent cafés, and cultural landmarks.
The neighbourhood retains a calm, residential character rare this close to the centre: wide, shaded streets, mature bougainvillea, and a genuine sense of old Phnom Penh. Ideal for professionals, diplomats, academics, or anyone seeking a home that reflects Cambodia’s extraordinary heritage.
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