137 Pillars House Chiang Mai vs Amanpuri
Independent vs Aman — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri has more dining venues.
Facts
| Metric | 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai | Amanpuri |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 1988 |
| Rooms | 30 | 40 |
| Architect | HABITA / P49 Deesign | Ed Tuttle |
Dining
| Metric | 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai | Amanpuri |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai | Amanpuri |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 4 |
Spa
| Metric | 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai | Amanpuri |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
137 Pillars House Chiang Mai
- The property features 30 bespoke suites built around an original 1889 teakwood British Borneo Company headquarters.
- Includes a 25-metre outdoor lap pool with a 15-metre vertical garden, Nitra Serenity Spa, and 24-hour personal butler service.
- Located in the historic Wat Gate district on the eastern bank of the Ping River, a 15-minute drive from Chiang Mai International Airport.
Amanpuri
- The legendary founding Aman flagship features 40 pavilions and 40 villas on Pansea Beach, designed by Ed Tuttle in 1988.
- Includes a 27m midnight-blue swimming pool, multi-story Holistic Wellness Centre, private yacht fleet, and 4 restaurants.
- Located on Phuket’s west coast, a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Summary
Amanpuri has more dining venues.

