Amanpuri vs Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
Aman vs Four Seasons — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora scores 9.4. Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.9 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2008 |
| From | $1,400/night | $2,200/night |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 100+ overwater bungalows |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Polynesian vernacular design |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
- The resort is closed for a phased renovation through the property's stated 2026 timeline, reopening with a smaller, higher-spec villa count — check status before booking.
- Nearest airport is Bora Bora (BOB); the resort transfer is by private boat across the lagoon.
- Whale-watching season (August–November) is a genuine reason to time a trip around, not just a marketing line.
Summary
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.