Amanpuri vs Viceroy Santa Monica
Aman vs Viceroy Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanpuri scores 9.4 overall; Viceroy Santa Monica scores 8.8. Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Viceroy Santa Monica lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanpuri | Viceroy Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.5 | 8.8 |
| Dining | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| 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 | Viceroy Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanpuri | Viceroy Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanpuri | Viceroy Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
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.
Viceroy Santa Monica
- Setting: Ocean Avenue near the beach, south of Santa Monica Pier and west of Main Street.
- Eligible stays participate in GHA DISCOVERY, including DISCOVERY Dollars and tier recognition.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanpuri scores higher on our rubric, while Viceroy Santa Monica lists more room categories, while Amanpuri lists more spa facilities.