If there’s a deity in the luxury hotel world, Adrian Zecha might just be him/her/it. On the first day (way back in 1988) Zecha created Amanpuri, a hotel in Thailand that transformed overnight what discerning guests could - and should - expect from a luxury hotel.
Amanpuri was certainly radical, with just 40 rooms, a smattering of private villas, an emphasis on elegant minimalism and stellar service and finally a pristine, remote location. Granted, that might not sound particularly radical a quarter of a century on, but at the time it most certainly was. The received wisdom back then was that luxury hotels needed to be big beasts with many hundreds of rooms to justify the high construction costs; while remote locations merely meant higher still maintenance costs. Zecha saw there was another way, and here we are, 27 years and 28 Amans later, eternally grateful for one man's vision.
The Aman Empire now spans four continents, 19 countries and even the occasional city, but wherever Aman's guests find themselves, they can be sure of the same high levels of service, comfort and elegance that bring them back time and again to the extent someone had to invent a word to describe such loyalty - Amanjunkies. Not content with re-inventing luxury hotel, Zecha only went and invented a new type of traveller as well. That's just showing off.
Where to Stay
Amanzoe
Amanzoe sits in olive groves overlooking the glistening Aegean Sea and Spetses Island, and within easy reach of the fun town of Porto Heli.
Amanruya
Classical history and stunning scenery set the scene for this addition to the Aman Resorts portfolio, Amanruya.
Aman Sveti Stefan
Sveti Stefan (Saint Stephen) is a unique hotel-village located on the Budvanska Riviera in Montenegro, one of the most attractive parts of the...
Amanwella
Situated in a mature coconut grove above a tropical beach on the southern tip of the country's Indian Ocean coastline, this is coastal luxury...
Amangalla
Step back in time to the site of the famous 19th century New Oriental Hotel and allow yourself to be pampered by exquisite Aman hospitality and style.
Amanoi
Amanoi is – surprisingly – Aman resorts’ first venture into Vietnam. We say surprisingly because it seems amazing that it took the hotel...
Amankila
Choose from ocean suites, garden suites or pool suites with private pools; all are elevated to take advantage of the spectacular views of the...
Amandari
Set high above the Ayung River Gorge, Amandari overlooks working rice paddy fields, and designed to look like a Balinese village, it is clear...
Amanpuri
Accommodation consists of traditional Thai-style pavilions and villas scattered amongst the towering coconut palms; all rooms feature king-size...
Amanjiwo
Located in the heart of rural Java, the mood at Amanjiwo certainly takes after its name – meaning ‘peaceful soul’.
Amansara
This secluded enclave was built in the 1960s as the guest villa of King Sihanouk.
Amangiri
Surrounded by one of the USA’s most dramatic landscapes with canyons and towering plateaus as far as the eye can see, Amangiri is fairly unassuming...
Amanyara
Tucked away on the West coast of Providenciales, the capital island of Turks and Caicos, the Amanyara is a luxurious, secluded and peaceful retreat...
Amantaka
Amantaka was designed and renovated by renowned architect Pascal Trahan from 15 French colonial buildings dating from the early 1900's.
Aman Summer Palace
The Summer Palace, located in the less frenetic outskirts of the bustling capital city of Beijing, housed the pleasure gardens of the dynastic...
Amanpulo
Based on Pamalican, a tiny island an hour’s flight from Manila, the Amanpulo resort is another excellent property from the Aman group.
Amankora Bumthang
Amankora Bumthang is in exalted company, sharing the Choekhor Valley with 29 ancient temples and monasteries and sitting pretty next to the first...
Amankora Gangtey
Named after nearby Gangtey village, this is probably the most remote of the Aman properties, situated in the Phobjikha Valley area of the Black...
Amankora Paro
Amankora Paro, Aman Resorts’ first venture into Bhutan, is a 30-minute drive from the kingdom's only international airport and is the largest...
Amankora Punakha
While some of the other Aman properties are based on designs from dzong fortress monasteries, Amankora Punakha is a lovingly converted Bhutanese...
Amankora Thimpu
Within easy reach of the Bhutanese capital of Thimpu (population 80,000 – think Weston-super-Mare. Actually, don’t) Amankora Thimpu is designed...
Amanbagh
Amanbagh, or ‘peaceful garden’, was previously the site of the Maharajah of Alwar’s tiger hunting lodge and pleasure garden and is now...
Amanwana
Amanwana is surrounded by tropical rainforest and overlooks the waters of the Flores Sea.
Aman Canal Grande Venice
Housed in the 16th century Palazzo Papadopoli, the Aman Canal Grande is a real jewel in the crown of Venice. Located in one of the oldest districts...
Aman Tokyo
The super chic Aman brand makes its debut in one of the world’s global cities with the opening of Aman Tokyo. Occupying the top six floors...
Amangani
Amangani was the Aman group’s first foray into the New World way back in 1998, and sits at the foot of the dramatic Teton Mountains near Jackson...
Amandira
Amandira fuses the Sanskrit words for ‘peace’ and ‘intrepid’, and this is exactly what she offers guests – the chance to become an...
Amanfayun
Secluded in a valley just 20 minutes from central Hangzhou lies Amanfayun, a luxurious hideaway in the heart of ancient China. Coastal China...
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