AMANBAGH,
INDIA
Situated in the foothills of the Aravalli Hills and built, haveli-style, using soft sandstone and pale pink marble, Amanbagh , or ‘peaceful garden’, is a regal garden estate in the starkly beautiful wilds of Rajasthan. Circled by walls which enclose a verdant oasis watered by a nearby lake and tributaries of the Chambal River, Amanbagh was once the site of the Maharajah of Alwar’s hunting lodge, and his favoured garden retreat. Evoking the cultural richness, the princely pleasures, and the dramatic romance of the Moghul era, Amanbagh pays homage to India’s golden age with palatial splendor in the finest of details. Amanbagh is a contemporary sanctuary paying homage to its princely heritage and historical landscape. Its grand Moghul past is portrayed in its sandstone cupolas and inner courtyards highlighted with soft pink marble. Amanbagh’s 24 Haveli Suites and 16 Pool Pavilions exude the richness of the Moghul era that inspired them, and set in a lush oasis of verdant foliage, there is a refreshing 33m pool which is heated in the cooler months.
AMAN NEW DELHI,
INDIA
Just within reach of Delhi’s bustling city centre, Aman New Delhi is the newest city-based resort, and is a luxurious retreat in spacious surroundings, offering guests an ideal base from which to explore the city’s many diverse charms. With luxurious rooms and suites framing an exquisite courtyard, dark timber panels, locally quarried stone and jaali screens create an inviting aura of mystery in this charming resort. The design of the resort is contemporary, complemented with Indian touches such as hand-made rugs and jaali screens. Spacious suites afford guests the opportunity to relax in enveloping comfort, while the heady aroma of fresh flowers throughout the resort brings nature home to this metropolitan haven, and are designed with a contemporary flair, drawing their aesthetic references from local materials as well as the architecture and design of the region. Rooms and Suites are positioned for privacy. One/two/threed bedroom Lodhi Suites may be solely accommodated for families or celebrities seeking a private wing of the hotel during their stay.
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AMAN-i-KHAS,
INDIA
Set on the apron of Rajasthan’s Ranthambhore National Park, remote and secluded Aman-i-Khás is a true haven of tranquility, offering guests exceptional levels of comfort in a pristine wilderness setting. Only bird calls interrupt the day’s peace, and at night, under a magnificent star-strewn sky, the calls of the wild send guests to sleep in the safety and warmth of their king-size beds. Reminiscent of the splendid travelling tents used by the dynastic rulers of the Moghul era, the permanent tents are privately located around the camp’s central outdoor fireplace. Surrounded by cushioned, stone banquettes, the fireplace provides the camp’s focal point, as well as breathtaking vistas of the Aravalli Hills, dotted with crumbling ruins from another age. The 10 air-conditioned tents have soaring 6m canopies and delicately draped screens of fine cotton, which separate the tents into different areas for sleeping, dressing, bathing and living. The tents are decorated in a Moghul-inspired style, and the subtle hues of creamy canvas, swathes of airy-white cotton and khaki cushions on toffee-coloured hide provide the perfect foil to the vivid colours of Rajasthan. The accommodation Tents, the Dining Tent and a locally-inspired Spa Tent are reminiscent of the splendid travelling Moghul tents which were favoured by the Emperors and their entourages during the hunting seasons of this richly elaborate period. Each tent is expansively designed beneath a soaring six-metre canopy: cotton partitions separate the sumptuous bathroom, bedroom, sitting and dining areas in a sweep of cool breezy beige and tan, allowing nature to be observed at close quarters through delicate drapes. The wooden ceiling fan turns in harmony with nature’s gentle sounds, encouraging sound and soothing sleep. Everything, from the earthy scent of the breeze and the spectacular views, to the camp’s delectable cuisine – with most ingredients coming from the camp’s organic gardens, combines to provide an atmosphere of relaxation and well-being beyond compare. Nature is all around, but every modern comfort is on hand. A natural watering hole nearby lures smaller wildlife, but for sightings of one of India’s famed tigers Aman-i-Khás provides twice daily safaris into the National Park. A customised open-top safari vehicle takes guests, twice-daily, on guided excursions into the core of Ranthambhore National Park. Camel safaris in the outskirts of the park and through traditional villages are also available.
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AMANWELLA,
SRI LANKA
Amanwella has an extremely privileged topography; raised above the beach between two rocky headlands it hugs the beguiling Indian Ocean in resplendent seclusion and beachside tranquility. The modern and calm, serene and stylish retreat blends inextricably with its locale through the extensive use of regional materials and aesthetics; distinctive terracotta roof tiles, hand-hewn stone walls, water features, terrazzo floors and sliding terrace doors. Every suite benefits from its own sparkling pale aqua plunge pool and the main swimming pool features a unique ‘internal wall’ design, with uninterrupted views of the staggering front stage of palms, beach and ocean. Nature rules in this part of the world and Amanwella enjoys a privileged setting from which to observe some of the rare marvels: seasonal egg laying by giant turtles on nearby beaches, protected elephant herds in national parks, sweeping vistas with dramatic sunsets and dancing foliage, the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean and extraordinary topographical features.
AMANGALLA,
SRI LANKA
Overflowing with colonial landmarks, in the heart of a 17th century Dutch fort, rests a peaceful, and immaculately restored historic hotel, Amangalla. The suites are decorated in tasteful colonial style with glorious antiques, from Para Mara four-poster beds to pettagama chests, and high quality reproductions on polished Burma teak floorboards that shine on after 300 years. The bedrooms, chambers and suites offer a variety of views from Galle Fort itself to the hotel’s mature gardens. The bathrooms, in hardwood and white, are genteel and comfortable, with an ample armoire, twin vanities beneath large wooden mirrors, free-standing bathtubs and shower rooms. The two-storey Garden House, situated within the lush frangipani scented gardens, is filtered with natural sunlight and features a collection of the original antiques. A large swimming pool, surrounded by palms, is centred within the resort’s established gardens; a cool respite from exploring, the pool courtyard has several wooden sun loungers and five serene shaded ambalamas, or rest pavilions. The classical hotel also offers remedial pleasures from ‘The Baths’, the resort’s relaxing, holistic, and traditionally inspired Spa, which creates bespoke programmes for guests, while hydrotherapy pools, saunas, steam rooms and a cold plunge pool, provide a sanctum for whole body rejuvenation.
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AMANKORA, BHUTAN
Amankora's peaceful pilgrimage leads travellers gently through the deep, green valleys of the landlocked Kingdom of Bhutan. With locations in Paro, Thimphu, Gangtey, Bumthang and Punakha, Amankora’s five lodge locations throughout the pristine Himalayan landscapes of Bhutan combine the comforts and convenience of a well-appointed private residence with what lies at the heart of travel: providing guests access to experiences that enrich appreciation of the world’s infinite variety, its myriad cultures, its boundless natural phenomena. Most journeys start at Amankora Paro or Amankora Thimphu. The lodge in Paro is nestled among glistening conifers in a 24-suite pine forest retreat. Amankora Thimphu, raised up in a blue-pine forest of the Motithang area, sits close to the capital’s intriguing sights and traditional shops. Amankora Punakha is set in sparkling verdancy east of the Dochu La Pass and just north of the resplendent Punakha Dzong. Amankora Gangtey, set in the remote wilderness of the Phobjikha valley, proffers magical views across the bird-strewn gorge and to the empowering Gangtey Goemba, a 16th century monastery. Amankora Bumthang rests adjacent to First and Second King’s palace, Wangdichholing, within the town of Jakar in the Choekhor valley, a valley sprinkled with an exotic mix of sloping pine forests, apple orchards, and restful fields of farm produce.
AMAN RESORTS, AROUND THE WORLD
Since 1988, when flagship Amanpuri opened in Phuket, Thailand, Amanresorts has established resorts in Bhutan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Morocco, Thailand, China, France, Montenegro, Turks & Caicos and USA. Aman resorts offers a guest experience that is intimate and discreet while offering the highest level of service. Each resort and setting is unique, but certain elements characterize all Aman resorts – a beautiful natural location, outstanding facilities, exceptional service and a small number of rooms to ensure exclusivity and privacy. |
