Amanpuri vs L’Auberge Carmel Relais
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 1929 |
| Rooms | 40 | 20 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Albert Farr (French Château Style) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | L’Auberge Carmel Relais |
|---|---|---|
| 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).
L’Auberge Carmel Relais
- The 1929 European château features 20 rooms in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, designed by Albert Farr.
- Includes Aubergine (1 Michelin Star by Justin Cogley), 2,500-bottle wine cellar, cobblestone courtyard, and beach proximity.
- Located on Monte Verde Street, a 15-minute drive from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) or 75 minutes from San Jose (SJC).
Summary
Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.