Amanzoe vs Ashford Castle
Aman vs Red Carnation Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Ashford Castle scores 8.9. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while Ashford Castle has more dining venues, while Ashford Castle lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.2 |
| Design | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Value | 7.9 | 7.6 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | Current open hotel verified through the official brand portfolio on 24 August 2026 |
| From | $1,600/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | Exact current key count should be confirmed with the hotel; residences and non-hotel products are excluded from this portfolio |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 2 |
Good to Know
Amanzoe
- The beach club and hillside pavilions are a genuine shuttle ride apart — factor that into how you plan your days.
- About 2.5 hours by car from Athens, or a shorter transfer via the resort's private helicopter option.
- Best May through October; many facilities scale back or close over winter.
Ashford Castle
- Setting: an 800-year-old castle on a 350-acre estate beside Lough Corrib.
- 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
Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while Ashford Castle has more dining venues, while Ashford Castle lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.