Amanzoe vs Gstaad Palace
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Gstaad Palace scores 9.7. Gstaad Palace scores higher on our rubric.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Gstaad Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.7 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| Value | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | Ski |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 1913 |
| From | $1,600/night | CHF 1,500/night |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 90 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | Scherz Family / Adrien van der Burch |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Gstaad Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Gstaad Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Gstaad Palace |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Gstaad Palace
- Private boat, vintage town car, or helicopter transfers can be arranged directly via the head concierge.
- Book signature Michelin dining and private lake excursions well in advance of peak season arrival.
- Traditional evening dress codes may apply in historic dining rooms.
Summary
Gstaad Palace scores higher on our rubric.