Amanzoe vs Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Aman vs The Ritz-Carlton — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve scores 9.3. Read the sections below for where each property leads.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Value | 7.9 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 2024 |
| From | $1,600/night | SAR 8,000 |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 63 water and beach villas |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | Foster + Partners / Lissoni & Partners |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
- Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is situated in Ummahat Islands, Saudi Arabia — verify direct private transfer times from the nearest international airport.
- Reserve signature dining tables and spa appointments in advance of check-in during high season.
- Book through an authorized luxury travel advisor to secure daily breakfast, dining credits, and potential room upgrades.