Amanpuri vs Niccolo Chongqing
Aman vs Niccolo Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Niccolo Chongqing scores 8.8. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Niccolo Chongqing has more dining venues, while Niccolo Chongqing lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Niccolo Chongqing |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| 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) | 252 guest rooms and 21 signature suites, as described by the current official rooms directory |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Niccolo Chongqing |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Niccolo Chongqing |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Niccolo Chongqing |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Niccolo Chongqing
- Setting: levels 52 to 62 of Chongqing IFS in Jiangbeizui, above the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers.
- 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 Niccolo Chongqing has more dining venues, while Niccolo Chongqing lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.