Amanpuri vs Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao
Aman vs Belmond — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao scores 8.8. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 8.9 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.7 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.4 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2006 |
| From | $1,400/night | $400/night |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 34 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Colonial-contemporary hill resort |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanpuri
- As the original Aman, this is the property most "Aman Junkies" cite as their favourite — worth booking even if you've stayed at newer, flashier Aman resorts.
- Pansea Beach is genuinely quiet compared to the rest of Phuket — the resort's position and private access keep it that way.
- About 30 minutes from Phuket International Airport.
Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao
- Luang Prabang Airport is about 15–20 minutes away.
- The hill location is quieter than the peninsula hotels — plan tuk-tuks or hotel cars for town.
- Combine with Amantaka if comparing Luang Prabang bases; Phou Vao wins on views, Amantaka on town immersion.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric.