Amanzoe vs The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Aman vs Red Carnation Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; The Lodge at Ashford Castle scores 9.0. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while The Lodge at Ashford Castle has more dining venues, while The Lodge at Ashford Castle lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Lodge at Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 9.0 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.4 | 9.0 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Value | 7.9 | 7.7 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| 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 Lodge at Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Lodge at Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Lodge at Ashford Castle |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Lodge at Ashford Castle
- Setting: a lakeside country house within the wider Ashford Estate near Cong.
- Red Carnation Hotels does not operate a public consumer points programme.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while The Lodge at Ashford Castle has more dining venues, while The Lodge at Ashford Castle lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.