Amanpuri vs The Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa

Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison

Phuket, Thailand

Pittsford, United States

The Hotel Flock Verdict

Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; The Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa scores 9.4. Amanpuri has more dining venues.

Metric	Amanpuri	The Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa
Hotel Flock Score	9.4	9.4
Location	9.9	9.4
Service	9.5	9.6
Design	9.5	9.3
Dining	8.9	9.3
Value	8.0	8.8
Category	Beach	Countryside
Tier	Ultra-Luxury	Ultra-Luxury
Opened	1988	—
From	$1,400/night	Rates on request
Rooms	84 (40 pavilions, 44 villas)	See property
Architect	Ed Tuttle	See property

Metric	Amanpuri	The Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa
Dining Venues	2	1

Metric	Amanpuri	The Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa
Room Categories	3	3
Suite / Villa Types	3	2

Metric	Amanpuri	The Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa
Spa Programme	Yes	Yes
Spa Facilities Listed	4	4

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 Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester Hotel & Spa is situated in Pittsford, United States — verify direct private transfer times from the nearest international airport.
Reserve signature dining tables and spa appointments in advance of check-in during high season.
Book through an authorized luxury travel advisor to secure daily breakfast, dining credits, and potential room upgrades.

Amanpuri has more dining venues.