Amanpuri vs The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Aman vs The Ritz-Carlton — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park scores 8.9. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 8.3 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2002 |
| From | $1,400/night | $1,300/night |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 253 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Converted from the 1930 Hotel St. Moritz |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 1 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
- Ask specifically for a Central Park King or higher when booking — not all "park view" categories face the park directly.
- The hotel keeps a bank of loaner Burberry trench coats and cashmere throws for guests headed into the park in bad weather.
- Steps from Columbus Circle and the southwest corner of Central Park; the subway hub there covers most of Manhattan directly.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.