Amanpuri vs Pulitzer Amsterdam
Aman vs Lore Group — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Pulitzer Amsterdam scores 8.6. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Pulitzer Amsterdam has more dining venues, while Pulitzer Amsterdam lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Pulitzer Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.6 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 8.9 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.7 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.3 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | Created in 1970 and comprehensively restored in 2015 and 2016 |
| From | $1,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 223 guest rooms and suites across 25 connected canal houses, according to the current official hotel FAQ |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Pulitzer Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Pulitzer Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Pulitzer Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
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.
Pulitzer Amsterdam
- Setting: 25 connected 17th- and 18th-century canal houses between the Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht, beside the Nine Streets.
- 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 Pulitzer Amsterdam has more dining venues, while Pulitzer Amsterdam lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.