Amanpuri vs COMO Castello Del Nero
Aman vs COMO Hotels and Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; COMO Castello Del Nero scores 8.8. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while COMO Castello Del Nero has more dining venues, while COMO Castello Del Nero lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Castello Del Nero |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.8 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | Current open hotel verified through the official brand portfolio on 24 August 2026 |
| From | $1,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | Exact current key count should be confirmed with the hotel; residences and non-hotel products are excluded from this portfolio |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Castello Del Nero |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Castello Del Nero |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Castello Del Nero |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 2 |
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.
COMO Castello Del Nero
- Setting: a 12th-century castle and 740-acre estate in the Chianti countryside.
- Eligible direct room, dining and wellness spend can earn Comocredits through Comoclub.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while COMO Castello Del Nero has more dining venues, while COMO Castello Del Nero lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.