Aman New York vs Baur au Lac
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Baur au Lac scores 9.8. Baur au Lac scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.8 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.6 |
| Category | City | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 1844 |
| From | $2,400/night | CHF 1,100/night |
| Rooms | 83 | 119 rooms and suites |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | Johannes Baur (owned by Kracht family for 6 generations) |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Aman New York
- The hotel's jazz club, in the building's restored 1920s vault, is open to outside guests and worth a visit even if you're not staying.
- Directly on Fifth Avenue at 57th Street — steps from Central Park, but genuinely quiet once you're inside given the building's thick 1921 construction.
- This is Aman's highest-priced US city hotel — book well ahead for any meaningful rate.
Baur au Lac
- Private airport transfers, ski valets, and private guided nature excursions coordinate seamlessly with the concierge.
- Book private thermal spa sessions and signature restaurant tables well in advance.
- Pack warm alpine layering attire and winter gear for northern lights and snow activities.
Summary
Baur au Lac scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.