Amanzoe vs The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Aman vs The Ritz-Carlton — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto scores 9.4. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto scores higher on our rubric.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.4 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.6 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.3 |
| Value | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 2014 |
| From | $1,600/night | ¥180,000 |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 134 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | Remedios Studio |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
- Ask for a confirmed view category rather than relying on the generic room name.
- Club Level can be worth the premium for guests who value breakfast, light dining, and a quieter concierge point.
- Book key restaurant and spa appointments before arrival in peak travel periods.
Summary
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto scores higher on our rubric.