Aman New York vs Belmond El Encanto
Aman vs Belmond — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York has more dining venues, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Belmond El Encanto |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 1918 / Belmond Renovation 2013 |
| Rooms | 83 | 92 |
| Architect | Warren & Wetmore / Jean-Michel Gathy | Craftsman & Spanish Colonial Revival Bungalow Architecture |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Belmond El Encanto |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Belmond El Encanto |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Belmond El Encanto |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Aman New York
- The hotel features 83 suites situated in the historic 1921 Crown Building on 57th and Fifth Avenue, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.
- Includes a 25,000-sq-ft 3-story Aman Spa with 65-ft pool, two private Spa Houses (Banya & Hammam), and The Jazz Club.
- Located in Midtown Manhattan, a 45-minute drive from JFK Airport and steps from Central Park and MoMA.
Belmond El Encanto
- The 92-bungalow resort sits on Santa Barbara’s Riviera in California, Belmond/Forbes 5-Star (1918).
- Includes The Dining Room ocean terrace, heated zero-edge pool, The Spa at El Encanto, and 7 acres of gardens.
- Located on Alvarado Place, a 15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) or 90 mins from LAX.
Summary
Aman New York has more dining venues, while Aman New York lists more room categories.

