Amanpuri vs Rosewood Miyakojima
Aman vs Rosewood — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Rosewood Miyakojima scores 9.2. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Rosewood Miyakojima |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 9.2 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.3 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.9 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2025 |
| From | $1,400/night | ¥150,000/night |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | 55 villas |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Mitsui Designtec |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Rosewood Miyakojima |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Rosewood Miyakojima |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Rosewood Miyakojima |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Rosewood Miyakojima
- Miyakojima requires a domestic flight connection.
- The coral reefs deserve dedicated snorkelling time.
- Typhoon season can affect travel plans.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric.