Amanpuri vs The Sukhothai Shanghai
Aman vs The Sukhothai Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; The Sukhothai Shanghai scores 8.7. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while The Sukhothai Shanghai has more dining venues, while The Sukhothai Shanghai lists more room categories.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Sukhothai Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.7 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.0 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.8 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.4 |
| 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) | 201 keys: 170 rooms and 31 suites, according to the hotel’s current official press material |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Sukhothai Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 6 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Sukhothai Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | The Sukhothai Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
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 Sukhothai Shanghai
- Setting: the Jing'an district beside HKRI Taikoo Hui, within walking distance of West Nanjing Road.
- Eligible stays participate in GHA DISCOVERY, including DISCOVERY Dollars and tier recognition.
- The hotel is part of a large mixed-use complex, but its courts and subdued interiors create meaningful separation from the retail surroundings.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while The Sukhothai Shanghai has more dining venues, while The Sukhothai Shanghai lists more room categories.