Amanpuri vs Raffles The Palm Dubai
Aman vs Raffles — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Raffles The Palm Dubai scores 8.8. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Raffles The Palm Dubai has more dining venues, while Raffles The Palm Dubai lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles The Palm Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.2 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| 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) | 11 named non-residential accommodation categories on the official page; total key count may differ |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles The Palm Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles The Palm Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Raffles The Palm Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Raffles The Palm Dubai
- Setting: the outer crescent of Palm Jumeirah, using a palace-scale beachfront setting separated from mainland Dubai.
- 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 The Palm Dubai has more dining venues, while Raffles The Palm Dubai lists more room categories.