Aman New York vs Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2)
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2) scores 9.7. Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2) scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| 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 | Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (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.
Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (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
Wilderness Little Mombo Okavango (Residence Wing 2) scores higher on our rubric, while Aman New York lists more room categories.