Amanpuri vs COMO Shambhala Estate
Aman vs COMO Hotels and Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; COMO Shambhala Estate scores 8.9. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while COMO Shambhala Estate has more dining venues, while COMO Shambhala Estate lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Shambhala Estate |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.2 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.8 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Category | Beach | Resort |
| 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 Shambhala Estate |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Shambhala Estate |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | COMO Shambhala Estate |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Shambhala Estate
- Setting: a forested estate between two rivers near Ubud, designed around intensive wellness.
- 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 Shambhala Estate has more dining venues, while COMO Shambhala Estate lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.