Amanpuri vs Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
Aman vs Viceroy Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2012 |
| Rooms | 40 | 96 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Michaelis Boyd (Beachfront Collection) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanpuri
- The legendary founding Aman flagship features 40 pavilions and 40 villas on Pansea Beach, designed by Ed Tuttle in 1988.
- Includes a 27m midnight-blue swimming pool, multi-story Holistic Wellness Centre, private yacht fleet, and 4 restaurants.
- Located on Phuket’s west coast, a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
- The 100-acre resort features 96 private pool cottages and bungalows between the Pitons in Saint Lucia, designed by Michaelis Boyd.
- Includes private plunge pools in every room, Rainforest Spa in treehouses, 4 restaurants, and private butler service.
- Located in Soufrière, a 45-minute scenic drive or private helicopter transfer from Hewanorra International Airport (UVF).
Summary
Amanpuri lists more room categories.

