Aman New York vs The Hotel Donaldson Fargo
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; The Hotel Donaldson Fargo scores 9.4. The Hotel Donaldson Fargo scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York has more dining venues.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | The Hotel Donaldson Fargo |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.4 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.6 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.3 |
| Value | 7.2 | 9.2 |
| Category | City | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | — |
| From | $2,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 83 | See property |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | The Hotel Donaldson Fargo |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 1 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | The Hotel Donaldson Fargo |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | The Hotel Donaldson Fargo |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Hotel Donaldson Fargo
- The Hotel Donaldson Fargo is situated in Fargo, United States — 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.
Summary
The Hotel Donaldson Fargo scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York has more dining venues.