Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) has signed Radisson Hotel & Suites Bay of Lights Sihanoukville, set to open in early 2029 within the Gateway District, the first phase of the Bay of Lights mixed-use township on Cambodia’s southern coast.
Sihanoukville, Cambodia’s main deep-water port, is being developed into a Special Economic Zone by 2038, creating a hub for finance, trade, industry, transport, and technology alongside growing leisure demand.
The 176-key hotel will feature rooms and serviced apartments, most with ocean views, three dining outlets, a rooftop pool, spa, and fitness centre. It is a five-minute walk from a private beach and close to the CBD, 25 minutes from Sihanoukville International Airport and 20 minutes from Serendipity Pier.
The Bay of Lights development covers 934 hectares and includes residential, commercial, hospitality, and leisure facilities, including a marina and cultural attractions. RHG has secured a prime site in the International Convention Center district, near premium outlets and a golf course, benefiting from planned infrastructure upgrades and attracting an estimated 650,000 visitors annually.
RHG already has two hotels under development in Phnom Penh: Radisson Blu (160 keys) and Radisson Red (200 keys), both opening in 2027. The new Sihanoukville property will further strengthen its presence in Cambodia and the wider South-east Asia Pacific region.
With around five million visitors expected in 2024, Sihanoukville is emerging as a key tourism and business hub, offering beaches, cultural sites, markets, and natural attractions.
“Sihanoukville is a hidden gem of South-east Asia, offering a unique blend of coastal beauty and fast-growing economic opportunities. The signing of Radisson Hotel & Suites Sihanoukville underlines our commitment to expanding in Cambodia’s key destinations, complementing our pipeline in Phnom Penh,” said Ramzy Fenianos, chief development officer, APAC, RHG.
