Aman New York vs Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2)
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2)Independent
Thornybush Reserve, South Africa
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) scores 9.7. Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.6 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.6 |
| Category | City | Safari |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 2022 |
| From | $2,400/night | $1,450/night |
| Rooms | 83 | 80 rooms and suites |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | Acclaimed Master Architectural Studio |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2)
- Private transfers (via private vehicle, helicopter, or boat) coordinate directly with resort operations.
- Bespoke guided cultural excursions, private tastings, and nature tours can be pre-arranged with the concierge.
- Pack comfortable luxury travel attire and appropriate footwear for local exploration.
Summary
Royal Malewane Thornybush Game Reserve (Residence Wing 2) scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.