Amanpuri vs Raffles Doha
Aman vs Raffles — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Raffles Doha scores 8.9. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Raffles Doha has more dining venues, while Raffles Doha lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles Doha |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.2 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.7 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.7 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | Open and bookable in the current Raffles portfolio as of 24 August 2026 |
| From | $1,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | Total key count is not stated in the current structured inventory |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles Doha |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles Doha |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 4 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles Doha |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Raffles Doha
- Setting: one half of the crossed-sword Katara Towers in Lusail, north of central Doha on the Gulf waterfront.
- Eligible stays can earn ALL Accor Reward and Status points when the membership number is attached.
- 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 Raffles Doha has more dining venues, while Raffles Doha lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.