Aman New York vs Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge
Aman vs Independent — 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 | Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 1995 |
| Rooms | 83 | 16 |
| Architect | Warren & Wetmore / Jean-Michel Gathy | Frank Böhmer / Lutzeyer Family |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge
- The 3,500-hectare private reserve features 16 luxury canopy suites in Gansbaai, created by the Lutzeyer family.
- All-inclusive stay includes daily guided 4x4 fynbos safaris, all gourmet meals, local wines, and milkwood forest walks.
- Located in Gansbaai near Hermanus, a 2-hour scenic coastal drive southeast of Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
Summary
Aman New York has more dining venues, while Aman New York lists more room categories.