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Amanpuri
Phuket, Thailand · Aman · Apex Luxury
The resort that invented Aman: Adrian Zecha opened Amanpuri in 1988 on a former coconut plantation above Pansea Beach after banks refused to finance a hotel with so few rooms, so he and partners spent their own US$4 million. Architect Ed Tuttle translated Ayutthaya temple geometry into teak pavilions, and the low-density blueprint still defines every Aman that followed. Three MICHELIN Keys in 2025 keep the Phuket flagship at the brand's spiritual centre.
- 80 rooms
- Opened 1988
- Neighborhood: Choeng Thale
- Rooms from 1,238 sq ft (115 m²)
- Architect: Ed Tuttle
About Amanpuri
- Amanpuri, place of peace in Sanskrit, was the first Aman resort ever built and set the pavilion-and-villa model now used across the portfolio.
- Ed Tuttle modelled steep roofs and colonnaded walkways on the sacred proportions of Ayutthaya-period temples rather than generic tropical pastiche.
- Mature coconut palms from the working plantation were kept throughout the grounds, so guests still walk under the original canopy.
- Forty pavilions and 44 villas spread over 24 hectares on a headland at the north end of Pansea Beach.
- Banks wanted a 500-room hotel; Zecha and Anil Thadani financed the small room count themselves when lenders walked away.
History
Amanpuri, the flagship property of Aman Resorts, opened in 1988 as the brand's first resort, founded by Adrian Zecca with architecture by American Ed Tuttle inspired by Thailand's Ayutthaya period. It transformed a former coconut plantation into an ultra-luxury benchmark on Phuket's west coast. Recently renovated, it maintains timeless Thai elegance while delivering exceptional service.
The setting
Amanpuri occupies a private headland above Pansea Beach on Srisoonthorn Road in Choeng Thale, Thalang — its 40 pavilions and 44 villas spread across twenty-four hectares of former coconut grove on Phuket's northwest coast. Opened in 1988 as the inaugural Aman property, conceived by Adrian Zecha and designed by architect Ed Tuttle after the temple architecture of ancient Ayutthaya, it established the blueprint for understated luxury now carried across over thirty Aman resorts worldwide. The elevated peninsula commands unobstructed Andaman Sea views, Surin Beach lies nineteen minutes on foot, and the exclusive Kamala headland luxury corridor — anchored partly by Amanpuri's own pioneering presence — begins just minutes away by road. 5 km from Phuket FantaSea theme park. 11 km from Green Elephant Sanctuary Park.
Restaurants and bars
- Nama — Restaurant · Japanese
- Buabok — Restaurant · Thai
- Arva — Restaurant · Italian
- Nura — Restaurant
- Beach Terrace — Poolside · Mediterranean
- The Sunset Terrace — Restaurant
Experiences
- Aman Wellness Immersions — Carefully calibrated programmes designed to promote profound change, covering fitness, weight, detox and renewed awareness.
- Island hopping, fishing and scuba diving by cruiser — A fleet of cruisers for island hopping, fishing and scuba diving, with the Aman35 MTI speedboat and charters in the Andaman Sea.
- Beach watersports — Motorised and non-motorised watersports on the beach, including stand-up jet skis, seabobs, kayak, flyboard and wakeboarding.
- PADI scuba diving programme — PADI accredited scuba-diving programme available year-round; nearby dive sites include Racha Island, Koh Kai Nok and Shark Point.
- Phang Nga Bay and Krabi excursions — Cruises pass through Phang Nga Bay's limestone pillars; day trips reach the Similan and Phi Phi islands.
- Golf — Five international-standard golf courses within 40 minutes' drive, with tee-off times arranged and complimentary use of golf clubs.
Amenities
- private beach
- infinity pool
- Aman Spa
- gym
- tennis/padel courts
- yoga/Pilates/Muay Thai
- non-motorized watersports
- wellness centre with saunas/hydrotherapy
- Hot tub
- Kids' club
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN Three Keys (2026)
- Andrew Harper Members Choice (2025)
- Three MICHELIN Keys
- Travelers’ Choice (Tripadvisor)
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