Aman New York opens as Aman Group announces US$900 million investment

Aman New York has now opened in Manhattan to offer wellness to travellers looking for escape. The new hotel encompasses the group’s first branded residences and the Aman Club, providing it’s guests with an enticing ‘invitation to switch off from the outside world’ and enjoy Aman’s ultra luxury delivery of wellness hospitality.

The highly-anticipated opening of Aman New York coincides with an announcement that Aman Group has secured US$900 million investment (£745 million, €886 million) from two strategic partners; Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Cain International. This will value the company at over $3 billion and accelerate its global expansion of ultra-luxury hotels and residences.

Aman Group set to accelerate global expansion

This significant new investment will fast-track the Aman Group’s ambitious global expansion of it’s existing portfolio of 34 hotels across 20 countries. As the Aman Group celebrates the opening of Aman New York, it has nine further hotels and residences projects currently under construction and a committed pipeline of additional future destinations including USA, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, as well as European destinations, to be announced.

Aman New York offers city escape

Aman New York is housed inside the historic Crown Building, a 26-storey Manhattan icon built in 1921 by architects Warren & Wetmore, with significant restoration works spearheaded by long-time Aman collaborator Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston Architects.

Created as an urban sanctuary, the destination offers 83 suites, each with its own fireplace and Japanese-inspired decor, as well as several social spaces and the extensive 2,300sqm Aman Spa.

Aman Spa: peace and serenity

Described as the ‘most comprehensive realisation of Aman’s wellness philosophy in the western hemisphere’, the Aman Spa is set over three floors and anchored by a tranquil 20m indoor pool. It offers 10 treatment rooms.

For guests looking for dedicated wellness experiences two spacious Spa Houses are available for exclusive use comprising double treatment rooms, Banya and Hammam rooms, private outdoor terraces complete with cold plunge pools, daybeds and fireplaces. This is an exclusive experience for New York and is designed to bring the feel of Aman’s remotest wellness retreats to the city.

Additionally, the property offers 22 branded residences. Located on the upper floors of the Crown Building, each residence is fully serviced by Aman and ‘infused with the Aman way of living’.

Milestone moment for Aman Group

Commenting on the opening Aman Group owner, chairman and CEO Vlad Doronin said: “The opening of Aman New York is a milestone moment in the evolution and growth of the Aman brand, cementing our strategy to bring the coveted Aman lifestyle to the world’s greatest urban locations.

“The hotel, Aman Club and Aman branded residences bring an entirely new proposition to Manhattan. Generous amenities and the unparalleled Aman service deliver a guest experience like no other, as continue to push boundaries and set new standards in luxury hospitality.” 

Ultra-luxury ecosystem 

Commenting on the $900 investment announcement to accelerate Aman’s global expansion, Vlad Doronin said: “My long-term strategic vision has been to continue to grow the Aman brand in key markets, all with Aman branded residences, as well as creating an ultra-luxury ecosystem, which offers the complete Aman lifestyle. We have set the foundation over the last eight years, celebrating the brand’s DNA while continuing our growth in global cities and remote destinations.

“The investment from PIF and Cain International is a vote of confidence in my vision and the work the team has done cementing the brand’s evolution and ability to deliver this vision at pace. Together we will deliver considerable growth and maximise the extraordinary potential of Aman,” he added. 

Jonathan Goldstein, CEO and co-founder of Cain International said: “As the hospitality landscape continues to evolve, we expert to see a growing desire for travellers and investors alike to prioritise experiences supported by preeminent brands like Aman. This investment represents a unique opportunity to further enhance this portfolio of unrivalled destinations.”