Aman New York vs Gora Kadan
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Gora Kadan has more dining venues, while Gora Kadan lists more room categories, while Gora Kadan lists more spa facilities.
Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Gora Kadan |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 1948 |
| Rooms | 83 | 23 published room categories |
| Architect | Warren & Wetmore / Jean-Michel Gathy | — |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Gora Kadan |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 6 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Gora Kadan |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 23 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 11 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Gora Kadan |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 6 |
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.
Gora Kadan
- Check-in is 15:00 and check-out 11:00. All official room cards list non-smoking status and Wi-Fi.
- Public onsen operates 15:00–11:00 and switches sides at 03:00; exposed tattoos must be covered and bathing suits are not allowed.
- Private open-air bathing is 40 minutes without charge for staying guests but requires a time-slot reservation.
- Sushi Kadan is closed Mondays and Wednesdays, has one 18:00 seating and only eight seats.
Summary
Gora Kadan has more dining venues, while Gora Kadan lists more room categories, while Gora Kadan lists more spa facilities.

