From the fringed white-sand beaches of Pamalican Island and Kyoto’s most important sites to the breathtaking hilltop views of Bali’s east coast, Aman has long built sanctuaries in some of the most inspirational locations on Earth. Aman’s intricate design and architecture in these diverse settings enable travellers from all around the world to connect to a spirit of a place where life-changing encounters, gracious hospitality, and well-being are paramount.
We introduce the most coveted and elusive Aman Resorts in Asia:
Amanpuri, Thailand
The first resort in Aman's acclaimed portfolio, Amanpuri is the original and flagship property of Aman Resorts that opened in 1988. It is set amid a coconut plantation and overlooks a stretch of white sand and turquoise water on Phuket’s west coast, where guest pavilions and villas enjoy panoramic views of the Andaman Sea, exclusive solitude, and nightly beautiful sunsets.
Location
Amanpuri lies on a peninsula on the west coast of the Thai island of Phuket
The property includes a stretch of Pansea Beach, overlooking the Andaman Sea
Getting There
Amanpuri is a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Direct flights connect with Abu Dhabi, Bangkok, Beijing, Doha, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney
Amanpuri’s wood-panelled, light-filled guest Pavilions are discretely positioned across the coconut grove and have king-sized beds, spacious bathrooms, dressing facilities, and outdoor salas for lounging and dining. While the distinctive pointed, tiled roofs pay homage to Ayutthaya's historical architecture, the interior is sleek and modern - each of the 40 Villas have a unique design that includes hand-selected artwork and antiques.
Over at Amanpuri, water sports lovers will be spoilt for choice, with an extensive range of motorised and non-motorised water sports available on the beach, including stand-up jet skis, seabobs, a MasterCraft X23 wakeboarding boat, and more. Guests can also enjoy sailing, deep-sea fishing and scuba diving, as well as overnight charters with a full crew for island hopping in the Andaman Sea.
Designed to imbue a deep sense of place as well as to relax and rejuvenate, Amanpuri has long been a sanctuary for those seeking a positive shift. Harnessing the ancient healing arts of Thailand as well as leading global therapeutic practices, the Holistic Wellness Centre offers tailored treatments, massages, immersions and personalised fitness programmes to enhance the body and enrich the spirit.
For children and teens, Amanpuri revolves around the Eco-Beach Discovery Centre, a sociable, sporting, and educational hub offering meaningful and memorable experiences. Steps from the beach, the Centre features unique exploratory gardens, a nature museum, a skateboard halfpipe, bouldering wall, and the latest watersports kit.
To learn more about Amanpuri, click here.
Amankila, Indonesia
Located on a breathtaking hilltop in Bali’s historic Karangasem Regency with views of the Lombok Strait and the sacred Mount Agung as its backdrop, Amankila is a luxury coastline resort in Bali, Indonesia. A spectacular infinity pool cascades in three tiers down the hillside that resembles a rice paddy; the property, which stretches from a hilltop to a private black sand beach, is close to artisan villages and atmospheric temples.
Location
Cliffside position overlooking the Lombok Strait in East Bali
Near to Manggis, Candi Desa, Tenganan, and other villages in Karangasem, Bali’s most traditional regency
Getting There
Amankila is 1.5 hours by car from Bali’s Denpasar International Airport
The 31 suites at Amankila are elevated on stilts and thatched with alang-alang. Twelve of the suites have private pools and offer views of the ocean or gardens, and consummate privacy. All suites are decorated with inlaid pearl and coconut shell furniture with canopied king-size beds, a living area, a large bathroom with a soaking tub, and an outdoor terrace.
Overlooking the resort’s largest swimming pool and located behind the beach in a peaceful coconut grove, a simple menu of salads and pizzas along with Indonesian and light Western dishes are served at Amankila’s Beach Club for brunch, lunch, and afternoon tea.
Guests can partake in a wide variety of watersports, including kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, Hobie Cats, and boogie boards, with guides on-hand to assist. For the adventurous, opt to dive or snorkel the waters around Amankila, home to some of the world’s most spectacular marine life.
Its location in the unspoilt Eastern region of Bali also offers many opportunities for exploration by bike and trekking where guests can pass through the villages of old Bali and stumble across traditional Balinese festivals, or climb to the top of Mount Batur to watch the sunrise over Mount Agung or Mount Abang.
To learn more about Amankila, click here.
Amankora, Bhutan
As majestic as it is intriguing and mysterious, Bhutan is only slowly opening up to foreign visitors and remains enticingly devoid of the trappings of tourism. Amankora’s five luxury lodges in Bhutan - Paro, Thimphu, Gangtey, Punakha, and Bumthang are spread across the country and offer guests unrivalled access to the world's last remaining Buddhist kingdom. With the combination of the Sanskrit word for serenity and the Bhutanese word for circular journey, Amankora allows guests to design their custom trip, visiting all or a selection of the lodges, with a driver and guide provided for the duration of their stay.
Location
Near the airport, Paro is the largest lodge, and usually the start and/or end point of an Amankora journey
Thimphu lodge lies within the reach of the capital’s shops and sights
Gangtey lodge overlooks a valley in the Black Mountains National Park
Punakha lodge lies in a valley with a uniquely sub-tropical climate
Bumthang lodge is the furthest east, in the country’s most historic and scared religion
Getting There
Paro lodge is 30 minutes’ drive from Paro International Airport
International flights to Paro International from Bangkok, Delhi, Kolkata, Singapore, and Kathmandu
Amankora Paro Lodge
Hidden in a thick pine forest, Amankora Paro Lodge feature walls clad in wood and black steel panelling, contrasting rustic elements with contemporary design. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms featured terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet.
Over at Amankora Paro Lodge, guests can embark on the exhilarating four-hour hike to the Tiger’s Nest, the iconic 7th- century monastery that clings to the mountainside, 900 metres up. Take a guided cultural tour around Paro, taking in major museums, institutions, and sights.
Amankora Thimphu Lodge
Located in the capital’s Motithang area built in the style of the traditional dzong fortress, Amankora Thimphu Lodge features open-plan wood-panelled suites with king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms feature terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet.
Within reach of the capital’s shops and sights, the lodge remains a secluded retreat from which to explore both all the city has to offer and the wild Himalayan landscape. Take a guided tour to major museums and cultural institutions or explore shops, boutiques, markets, and the city’s best bars and restaurants.
Amankora Punakha Lodge
Reached by a suspension bridge over the Mo Chhu River, Punakha incorporates a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse built by a former chief abbot. Suites are identical to those at Paro, with views of an orange orchard and rice terraces with a heated outdoor Infinity Pool.
Visit the beautiful 17th-century Punakha Dzong, and the 15th-century “fertility temple” Chime Lhakhang. Enjoy a four-course barbeque at a peaceful spot on the Mo Chhu river, surrounded by pines and rice fields, and watch the stars rise over Himalayan peaks.
To learn more about Amankora, click here.
Amanpulo, Philippines
Accessible only by private plane, Amanpulo is a secluded luxury beach resort in the Philippines' northern Palawan province. As the sole resort on Pamalican Island, it is surrounded by white-sand beaches, turquoise oceans, coral reefs, and is about an hour from Manila yet seems a world away from anywhere. Its airy Casitas and Villas opens to the 5.5 kilometres of coral sand that rings around a forested area.
Location
Pamalican is part of the Quiniluban group of Cuyo Islands in northern Palawan, 360 kilometers south-west of Manila
Seven kilometres of reef surround the 85-hectare island on which hawksbill and green sea turtles nest
Getting There
Manila is accessed by daily direct flights from most Asian and international cities
Complimentary car transfer from Manila airport to Amanpulo’s private lounge and hangar is available for same-day flight connections
From Manila, guests fly directly to Pamalican Island in a 15-seat, twin-engine turboprop, landing at Amanpulo’s private airstrip. Flight time is 70 minutes each way
