Amanpuri vs The Montague on the Gardens
Aman vs Red Carnation Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; The Montague on the Gardens scores 8.6. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while The Montague on the Gardens has more dining venues, while The Montague on the Gardens lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Montague on the Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.6 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 8.9 |
| Design | 9.5 | 9.2 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.3 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| 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 | The Montague on the Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Montague on the Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Montague on the Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 2 |
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.
The Montague on the Gardens
- Setting: a Georgian townhouse overlooking private gardens in Bloomsbury.
- Red Carnation Hotels 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 The Montague on the Gardens has more dining venues, while The Montague on the Gardens lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.