Amanpuri vs COMO Maalifushi
Aman vs COMO Hotels and Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; COMO Maalifushi scores 9.0. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while COMO Maalifushi has more dining venues, while COMO Maalifushi lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Maalifushi |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 9.0 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.0 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.8 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.7 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| 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 Maalifushi |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Maalifushi |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Maalifushi |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
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 Maalifushi
- Setting: a private island in remote Thaa Atoll surrounded by surf breaks and coral channels.
- 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 Maalifushi has more dining venues, while COMO Maalifushi lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.