Aman Tokyo vs La Residence, Franschhoek
Aman vs The Royal Portfolio — 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 | La Residence, Franschhoek |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2014 | 2008 |
| Rooms | 84 | 16 |
| Architect | Kerry Hill Architects | Liz Biden (The Royal Portfolio) |
Dining
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | La Residence, Franschhoek |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | La Residence, Franschhoek |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman Tokyo | La Residence, Franschhoek |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
La Residence, Franschhoek
- The 30-acre vineyard estate features 16 suites in Franschhoek, created by Liz Biden for The Royal Portfolio.
- Includes Great Hall dining, working vineyards and plum orchards, Spa Treatment Suite, heated pool, and mountain views.
- Located in Franschhoek, a 50-minute scenic drive from Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
Summary
Aman Tokyo has more dining venues, while Aman Tokyo lists more room categories.

