Amanzoe vs The Kensington
Aman vs The Doyle Collection — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; The Kensington scores 8.6. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while The Kensington has more dining venues, while The Kensington lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 8.6 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.2 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.9 | 7.3 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | Current open hotel verified through the official brand portfolio on 24 August 2026 |
| From | $1,600/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | Exact current key count should be confirmed with the hotel; residences and non-hotel products are excluded from this portfolio |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
The Kensington
- Setting: Queen's Gate in South Kensington, near the museums and Royal Albert Hall.
- 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 The Kensington has more dining venues, while The Kensington lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.