Amanpuri vs Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

Aman vs Mandarin Oriental — side-by-side hotel comparison

The Hotel Flock Verdict

Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai scores 8.7. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai has more dining venues, while Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.

Scores & Facts

MetricAmanpuriMandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Hotel Flock Score9.48.7
Location9.99.4
Service9.59.0
Design9.59.1
Dining8.99.1
Value8.07.4
CategoryBeachCity
TierUltra-LuxuryUltra-Luxury
Opened1988Open and listed in the current Mandarin Oriental hotel portfolio as of 24 August 2026
From$1,400/nightRates on request
Rooms84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas)21 named accommodation categories on the official page; total key count is not stated there
ArchitectEd TuttleSee property

Dining

MetricAmanpuriMandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Dining Venues24

Rooms

MetricAmanpuriMandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Room Categories34
Suite / Villa Types32

Spa

MetricAmanpuriMandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Spa ProgrammeYesYes
Spa Facilities Listed43

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.

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

  • Setting: the Huangpu riverfront in Lujiazui, beneath Pudong’s financial-district skyline and opposite the Bund.
  • Fans of M.O. benefits require membership and, for selectable stay privileges, an eligible direct booking.
  • Restaurant, spa and seasonal resort schedules can change; verify them on the official property page for the intended dates.

Summary

Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai has more dining venues, while Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.

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