Amanzoe vs Sun Valley Lodge
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Sun Valley Lodge scores 9.7. Sun Valley Lodge scores higher on our rubric, while Amanzoe has more dining venues.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.7 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| Value | 7.9 | 8.8 |
| Category | Beach | Ski |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | — |
| From | $1,600/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | See property |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 1 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Sun Valley Lodge
- Sun Valley Lodge is situated in Sun Valley, United States — 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.
Summary
Sun Valley Lodge scores higher on our rubric, while Amanzoe has more dining venues.