Amanzoe vs Banyan Tree AlUla
Aman vs Banyan Tree — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Banyan Tree AlUla scores 9.2. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Banyan Tree AlUla |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.2 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.3 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.3 |
| Value | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | Desert |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | — |
| From | $1,600/night | $1,100/night |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 47 tented villas |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | Brand and local design teams |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Banyan Tree AlUla |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Banyan Tree AlUla |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Banyan Tree AlUla |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
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.
Banyan Tree AlUla
- Compare the flexible direct member rate with an eligible luxury-advisor booking for breakfast, credit, and upgrade consideration.
- Confirm current room configurations, seasonal closures, and transfer requirements directly with the property.
- The best category is usually determined by outlook, privacy, and location rather than square metres alone.
Summary
Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric.