Aman Tokyo vs L’Auberge Carmel Relais
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman Tokyo has more dining venues, while Aman Tokyo lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2014 | 1929 |
| Rooms | 84 | 20 |
| Architect | Kerry Hill Architects | Albert Farr (French Château Style) |
Dining
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Aman Tokyo
- The hotel occupies the top 6 floors (levels 33–38) of the Otemachi Tower, designed by Kerry Hill.
- Features a 2,500-sq-m Aman Spa with 30m black basalt pool, traditional onsen baths, and Musashi sushi counter.
- Directly connected to Otemachi subway station (5 subway lines) and a 10-minute walk from Tokyo Station.
L’Auberge Carmel Relais
- The 1929 European château features 20 rooms in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, designed by Albert Farr.
- Includes Aubergine (1 Michelin Star by Justin Cogley), 2,500-bottle wine cellar, cobblestone courtyard, and beach proximity.
- Located on Monte Verde Street, a 15-minute drive from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) or 75 minutes from San Jose (SJC).
Summary
Aman Tokyo has more dining venues, while Aman Tokyo lists more room categories.