Aman New York vs Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Aman vs The Ritz-Carlton — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve scores 9.3. Read the sections below for where each property leads.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.5 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.2 |
| Category | City | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 2020 |
| From | $2,400/night | $2,000 |
| Rooms | 83 | 108 villas and treehouses |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | Rick Joy Architects |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Mandarina, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
- Ask for a confirmed view category rather than relying on the generic room name.
- Club Level can be worth the premium for guests who value breakfast, light dining, and a quieter concierge point.
- Book key restaurant and spa appointments before arrival in peak travel periods.