Amanzoe vs Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo
Aman vs Four Seasons — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo scores 9.1. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.4 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.2 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Value | 7.9 | 8.4 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 2004 |
| From | $1,600/night | $1,300 |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 182 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | Ronald Zurcher |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo
- Ask the concierge for the room categories with the strongest outlooks before accepting an upgrade.
- Book the signature restaurant and a spa treatment at the same time as the stay during high season.
- Flexible luxury-advisor rates can include breakfast and a property credit; compare them with prepaid offers.
Summary
Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric.