Amanpuri vs Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2007 |
| Rooms | 40 | 16 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Japanese Minimalist Forest & Onsen Architecture |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanpuri
- The legendary founding Aman flagship features 40 pavilions and 40 villas on Pansea Beach, designed by Ed Tuttle in 1988.
- Includes a 27m midnight-blue swimming pool, multi-story Holistic Wellness Centre, private yacht fleet, and 4 restaurants.
- Located on Phuket’s west coast, a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary
- The 16-suite forest onsen retreat sits along the Kano River in Yugashima, Izu Peninsula, Japan.
- Every suite features a private outdoor natural mineral hot spring onsen bath with river views.
- Located in Yugashima, a 2-hour bullet train (Shinkansen) and scenic drive from Tokyo (HND/NRT).
Summary
Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.