Aman New York vs Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich scores 9.7. Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.7 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.6 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.6 |
| Category | City | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 1858 |
| From | $2,400/night | €650/night |
| Rooms | 83 | 305 rooms and suites |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | Rudolf Gottgetreu (commissioned by King Maximilian II of Bavaria) |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
- 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
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.