Aman New York vs Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara scores 9.7. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.4 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.7 |
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 2009 |
| From | $2,400/night | $850/night |
| Rooms | 83 | 207 rooms, suites and pool villas |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | KEO International Consultants |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
- Private airport fast-track service and luxury vehicle transfers coordinate seamlessly upon arrival.
- Book private dining setups (on the beach, in a private riad, or on dunes) well ahead during peak season.
- Dedicated personal butlers (Majordomes) manage every request throughout your stay.
Summary
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.