Aman New York vs The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
Aman vs The Ritz-Carlton — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou scores 9.3. Read the sections below for where each property leads.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.5 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.6 |
| Category | City | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 2008 |
| From | $2,400/night | ¥2,000 |
| Rooms | 83 | 351 rooms and suites |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | HBA |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
- The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou is situated in Guangzhou, China — verify direct private transfer times from the nearest international airport.
- Reserve signature dining tables and spa appointments in advance of check-in during high season.
- Book through an authorized luxury travel advisor to secure daily breakfast, dining credits, and potential room upgrades.