Aman New York vs Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers)
Aman vs Rosewood — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) scores 9.8. Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.7 |
| Value | 7.2 | 8.7 |
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | 2007 |
| From | $2,400/night | NZD 2,800/night |
| Rooms | 83 | 22 lodge suites and 4-bedroom Owner’s Cottage |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | Linda Robertson / Tom Doak Golf |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers)
- Private transfers (via seaplane, private boat, or luxury 4WD) are coordinated directly with lodge reservations.
- Pack comfortable footwear and nature-appropriate attire for guided excursions.
- Daily wellness rituals and cultural masterclasses are included with your stay.
Summary
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.