# Striking Modern Hotel Compounds The Bale Hotel is a Luxurious and Unique Travel Option in Cambodia By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-04-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bale-hotel References: [wallpaper](https://www.wallpaper.com/travel/cambodia/phnom-penh/hotels/the-bal) & [thebalephnompenh](https://www.thebalephnompenh.com/) Jakarta-based Siarta Sanjaya and Associates recently completed the Bale Hotel, a [luxurious and modern lifestyle retreat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raffles-sentosa-singapore) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The new hotel was built in the thick jungle foliage, allowing for stunning and natural views from every room. Offering [18 all-suite options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kymaia-hotel), the hotel sits right on the edge of the Mekong River with a red and pink sandstone silhouette. The long rectangular corridors and footbridges running through white pavilions add a pop of luxe modern design, floating delicately over water. Pulling inspiration from Mediterranean and local influences, the hotel features lemongrass and Bodhi trees placed all around, as well as a 30m blue tile-lined lap pool for guests to relax and enjoy. The Bale Hotel offers a travel experience unlike any other in the area and is available for booking online now. Image Credit: Wallpaper ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxurious Lifestyle Retreats:** The trend of luxurious lifestyle retreats presents an opportunity for the hospitality industry to create unique and immersive travel experiences. - **Natural and Eco-friendly Design:** The trend of natural and eco-friendly design in hotels opens up avenues for innovative architecture and sustainable practices within the construction industry. - **Integration of Local Influences:** The trend of integrating local influences in hotel design allows for cultural immersion and authenticity, providing opportunities for local artisans and craftsmen. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can tap into the trend of luxurious lifestyle retreats to create unique and immersive travel experiences for guests, attracting high-end clientele. - **Construction:** The trend of natural and eco-friendly design in hotels presents an opportunity for the construction industry to innovate in sustainable architecture and construction techniques. - **Artisan Crafts:** The trend of integrating local influences in hotel design provides opportunities for local artisans and craftsmen to showcase their work and contribute to the hospitality industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Tropical Guesthouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bi-design-house.md) - [Terracotta-Wrapped Village Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/further-hotel.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md) - [Organic Cliffside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat.md) - [Tranquil Treetop Bali Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-lindenberg.md) - [Fruit-Focused Hotel Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exotic-fruit-basket.md) - [Whimsical Tranquil Holiday Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-bunch-palms.md) - [Minimal Wooden Lush Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boca-de-agua.md) - [Contemporary Luxe Thai Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centara-reserve-samui.md)