Amanzoe vs The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe has more dining venues, while Amanzoe lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | 2018 |
| Rooms | 38 | 60 |
| Architect | Ed Tuttle | Basalt Architects / Design Group Italia |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanzoe
- The hilltop Acropolis retreat features 38 pool pavilions, 3 beach cabanas, and private villas in the Peloponnese, designed by Ed Tuttle.
- Includes a private Beach Club with 4 pools in a secluded bay, a 2,850-sq-m Aman Spa, and 4 distinct restaurants.
- Located 2.5 hours by private car from Athens International Airport (ATH) or 25 minutes by private helicopter charter.
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
- The luxury volcanic sanctuary features 60 suites in Grindavík, Iceland, designed by Basalt Architects & Design Group Italia.
- Includes private Retreat Lagoon, subterranean spa with lava caves, Moss Restaurant (1 Michelin Star), and Blue Lagoon Ritual.
- Located on the Reykjanes Peninsula, a 20-minute drive from Keflavík International Airport (KEF) and 45 minutes from Reykjavík.
Summary
Amanzoe has more dining venues, while Amanzoe lists more room categories.