Amanpuri vs Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge has more dining venues, while Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Safari |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2000 |
| Rooms | 40 | 25 canvas safari tents |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | — |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 5 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| 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).
Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
- Open May 21–September 27, 2026; Sunday and Thursday movements only.
- Minimum age six; horseback riding 12+, with under-18 riders accompanied.
- Transfers are extra. Seaplane baggage is 40lb / 18kg; boat timing is both 35 and 45 minutes.
- No meal room service, guest pets, cell service or pool. Wi-Fi may be intermittent.
Summary
Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge has more dining venues, while Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge lists more room categories.