Travel 5 years ago Is Amangiri Worth It?
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I first discovered the Amangiri on Instagram a little over 3 years ago and immediately added it to my bucket list of must-see places.
Over the years I’m sure many of you have seen the resort pop up all over social media, but if you have not, be sure to click here to familiarize yourself with what is known to be one of the most luxurious hotels in the US. After we had the opportunity to stay at the Aman property in Morocco {Amanjena}, I quickly moved the Utah location to the top of my list.
Firstly, let me preface this review by saying this post is not sponsored, nor did we receive a discount to stay at the hotel. Which means yes, I started saving in January to pay for our $2,200 per night Desert Pool Suite {I know, it’s crazy expensive but I’m a sucker for a good hotel}.
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The Location
Let me start out by saying that this hotel is not easy to get to unless you have a private plane. We do not. The quickest way to get there is via the 4 hour drive from Las Vegas, which honestly isn’t so bad. There is also something kind of great about how difficult the resort is to get to. It makes it that much more special. By the time you arrive, you feel like you have really earned it and the mountains surrounding the hotel are absolutely picturesque.
Activities Galore
There are plenty of activities to keep you very busy in the middle of nowhere at this resort. We opted for a guided tour of Rattlesnake Canyon, which was out of this world beautiful. I am still speechless over the spectacular rock formations and awe-inspiring detail in the canyons. I 100% recommend doing this if you are in the area. There is also horseback riding, rock climbing, boating on the lake, hot air balloon rides, spa treatments… you name it – they’ve got it.
The Bed
I’d give their bed a 9/10 rating on my scale of comfortable beds which is very high. I slept like a baby and when I asked for a “firm” pillow they delivered. Although it could have been slightly more firm, but I’m being picky.
Food & Beverage
You positively must get the pancakes for breakfast. It was the best I have ever had – thanks to a recommendation from my friend Marianna Hewitt. I was a bit surprised by how condensed the in-room dining menu was at first. Don’t get me wrong, everything was amazing, but for lunch and dinner there are only a handful of options. By our third {and final} night, I was wanting something a bit different. Luckily, we phoned the kitchen and asked if they had any simple pasta. To our surprise, the chef whipped up the best spaghetti I’ve ever had and even treated our pup Polly to a homemade meal the next morning when we ran out of dog food. I was really impressed by this!
Cotton Jersey Dress
My actual dress is not available right now, but this is a great alternative.
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Must Do
If you stay at the property with a significant other, please do yourself a favor and book the “Sunset Trail.” This was hands down the best thing we did while we were there. It was a very short 5 minute walk to a private hillside spot reserved for two through the concierge. We had rocking chairs, snacks and champagne all to ourselves while watching the sunset with nothing but silence and each other. It was quite special.
Overall, if I was asked to spend that amount of money to stay at the Amangiri all over again I would do it in a heart beat. 3 nights at this remote escape felt like 3 weeks and the zen-like, minimal decor fed my mind, body and spirit more than I had ever dreamed of. It was truly a magical experience and one that I will treasure forever.
If you ever have the opportunity to stay at this beautiful property, I say do it! Just tell them that the Damsel sent you… maybe next time they’ll give me a discount {kidding, sort of}.
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