Amanzoe vs Lyle Washington DC
Aman vs Lore Group — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Lyle Washington DC scores 9.0. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while Lyle Washington DC lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.0 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.1 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Value | 7.9 | 7.7 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | Opened in April 2021 after a full renovation of the former Carlyle Hotel |
| From | $1,600/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 196 guest rooms and suites, according to current official hotel material |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Lyle Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Lyle Washington DC
- Setting: a former Art Deco apartment building on New Hampshire Avenue in residential Dupont Circle.
- Eligible stays participate in GHA DISCOVERY, including DISCOVERY Dollars and tier recognition.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while Lyle Washington DC lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.

