Amanzoe vs The Rubens at the Palace
Aman vs Red Carnation Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; The Rubens at the Palace scores 8.8. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while The Rubens at the Palace has more dining venues, while The Rubens at the Palace lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Value | 7.9 | 7.5 |
| 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 Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Rubens at the Palace
- Setting: Buckingham Palace Road overlooking the Royal Mews in Westminster.
- 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 Rubens at the Palace has more dining venues, while The Rubens at the Palace lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.