Amanpuri vs Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel
Aman vs Belmond — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel scores 9.4. Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel has more dining venues.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 9.1 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.4 |
| Category | Beach | Villa |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | Signature villa within Caruso estate gardens; Belmond private-villa product |
| From | $1,400/night | $3,500/night |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | Private villa with 2 Signature Suites |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Historic villa restoration within Palazzo Caruso gardens; frescoed interiors |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel
- Ideal for families or small groups with dedicated housekeeper, chef and butler.
- Complimentary shuttle patterns align with Caruso to Amalfi and Positano.
- About 65 km / 1.25 hours from Naples Airport (NAP).
- Book as a villa buyout mindset, not a conventional hotel lobby stay.
Summary
Villa Margherita, A Belmond Hotel has more dining venues.