Amanzoe vs Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe has more dining venues, while Amanzoe lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 2007 |
| Rooms | 38 | 16 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Japanese Minimalist Forest & Onsen Architecture |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanzoe
- The hilltop Acropolis retreat features 38 pool pavilions, 3 beach cabanas, and private villas in the Peloponnese, designed by Ed Tuttle.
- Includes a private Beach Club with 4 pools in a secluded bay, a 2,850-sq-m Aman Spa, and 4 distinct restaurants.
- Located 2.5 hours by private car from Athens International Airport (ATH) or 25 minutes by private helicopter charter.
Arcana Izu Forest Onsen Sanctuary
- The 16-suite forest onsen retreat sits along the Kano River in Yugashima, Izu Peninsula, Japan.
- Every suite features a private outdoor natural mineral hot spring onsen bath with river views.
- Located in Yugashima, a 2-hour bullet train (Shinkansen) and scenic drive from Tokyo (HND/NRT).
Summary
Amanzoe has more dining venues, while Amanzoe lists more room categories.