Amanpuri vs The Chatwal Lodge, The Catskills
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Chatwal Lodge, The Catskills |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Safari |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 1988 | 2022 |
| Rooms | 40 | 14 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Steve Dubrovsky |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Chatwal Lodge, The Catskills |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Chatwal Lodge, The Catskills |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Chatwal Lodge, The Catskills |
|---|---|---|
| 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).
The Chatwal Lodge, The Catskills
- The luxury wilderness lodge features 14 suites and private cottages across 100 acres along Toronto Reservoir in Bethel.
- All stays include all farm-to-table gourmet dining, non-motorized water sports, and electric Duffy boats.
- Located in Bethel, Sullivan County, a 2-hour drive from Manhattan / New York City airports (JFK/EWR/LGA).
Summary
Amanpuri has more dining venues, while Amanpuri lists more room categories.

