Aman New York vs Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection
Aman vs Oetker Collection — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection scores 9.8. Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.8 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.6 |
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 1958 (12th-century Knights Templar Commandery) |
| From | $2,400/night | €1,600/night |
| Rooms | 83 | 52 junior suites and 6 private villas |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | Oetker Collection / Bergit Gräfin Douglas |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection
- Private transfers (via helicopter, private boat, or chauffeured vehicle) coordinate directly with resort concierges.
- Bespoke equestrian rides, truffle hunting, and private wine cellar tastings are pre-arranged with your host.
- Pack elegant smart casual evening attire and comfortable footwear for exploring historic stone grounds.
Summary
Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Collection scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.