Amanpuri vs Lyle Washington DC
Aman vs Lore Group — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Lyle Washington DC scores 9.0. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Lyle Washington DC lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 9.0 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.9 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.7 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | Opened in April 2021 after a full renovation of the former Carlyle Hotel |
| From | $1,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 196 guest rooms and suites, according to current official hotel material |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Lyle Washington DC
- Setting: a former Art Deco apartment building on New Hampshire Avenue in residential Dupont Circle.
- Eligible stays participate in GHA DISCOVERY, including DISCOVERY Dollars and tier recognition.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Lyle Washington DC lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.