There’s a quiet revolution happening in Siem Reap — and you might hear it… or rather, not hear it.
FCC Angkor, the elegant colonial-style hotel tucked along the leafy riverside in the heart of the city, has just become the first five-star hotel in Siem Reap to switch entirely to electric vehicles for guest transportation. No more rumbling engines or exhaust fumes — just smooth, silent rides through the city’s tree-lined streets and out toward the jungle-framed temples of Angkor.
It’s a bold move in a part of the world where tuk-tuks and gas-powered vans have long been the norm. And while electric cars are slowly gaining ground in Asia, few luxury hotels — even in more developed destinations — have taken such a full step toward cleaner mobility.
Why it Matters
In recent years, “sustainable travel” has gone from buzzword to necessity. And while many hotels talk about being green, FCC Angkor is doing something tangible — and visible. Every guest transfer, airport pickup, or private excursion is now conducted in a zero-emission vehicle.
But what makes this shift feel especially relevant is how seamless it is. Guests aren’t being asked to sacrifice anything — not comfort, not service, not even price. The electric fleet is included in the hotel’s standard services.
It’s the kind of change that doesn’t need fanfare. It just quietly… works.
Beyond the Cars
The electric vehicles are just one piece of a broader commitment FCC Angkor is making. The hotel has also been working with local artisans, reducing waste, and supporting community-based projects — small steps that, together, signal a more thoughtful way of operating.
There’s no preachy signage or dramatic claims. Just subtle decisions that show respect for the place and its people.
A Different Kind of Arrival
There’s something poetic about arriving at one of the world’s oldest spiritual sites in a car that doesn’t make a sound.
Gliding past water buffalo and rice paddies with only the hum of tires on pavement, you notice things more. The light. The air. The stillness.
For travelers who care about the impact of their visit — not just the sights they see, but the trace they leave behind — this matters.
FCC Angkor’s shift to electric isn’t about trendiness. It’s about alignment: with the values of modern travelers, with the rhythms of Cambodia, and with a quieter, cleaner future.
