Amanpuri vs Soneva Secret
Aman vs Soneva — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Soneva Secret scores 8.8. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Soneva Secret has more dining venues, while Soneva Secret lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Soneva Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | Current open hotel verified through the official brand portfolio on 24 August 2026 |
| From | $1,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas) | Exact current key count should be confirmed with the hotel; residences and non-hotel products are excluded from this portfolio |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Soneva Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Soneva Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Soneva Secret |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Soneva Secret
- Setting: the remote Makunudhoo Atoll, with a deliberately tiny villa count and a dedicated service team for each stay.
- Soneva does not operate a public consumer points programme.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Soneva Secret has more dining venues, while Soneva Secret lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.