Amanpuri vs Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4)
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4)Independent
Petit St. Vincent, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) scores 9.7. Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) scores higher on our rubric, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 9.6 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2022 |
| From | $1,400/night | $1,450/night |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 80 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Acclaimed Master Architectural Studio |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
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.
Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4)
- Private transfers (via private vehicle, helicopter, or boat) coordinate directly with resort operations.
- Bespoke guided cultural excursions, private tastings, and nature tours can be pre-arranged with the concierge.
- Pack comfortable luxury travel attire and appropriate footwear for local exploration.
Summary
Petit St. Vincent Private Island (Residence Wing 4) scores higher on our rubric, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.