Nature’s restorative, joy-inducing fusion of sun, sea and sand is one of the purest luxuries known to humankind. The Beach Clubs at Aman destinations celebrate every aspect of this fusion, providing the finest dining and relaxation experience on the globe’s most picturesque stretches of coastline. With the feeling of the sun on the skin and sand underfoot, Aman Beach Clubs offer a laid back and private environment, serving as a peaceful antidote to the fast-paced nature of modern living.
Each Aman Beach Club is a unique expression of its setting, whether on the tropical shores of Pamalican Island at Amanpulo, the pristine beaches of the Peloponnese at Amanzoe or the protected coves of the Turks and Caicos at Amanyara. More than just beautifully designed structures providing restaurants, lounging decks and watersports, each is a platform for the coastal lifestyle of the destination it reflects. Many provide expansive swimming pools just steps from the sand, others have tucked away beachfront bales, stylish bars or sea-view spas. Some offer surfing lessons on the region’s finest breaks; others environmental turtle-tagging and guided snorkelling expeditions on world-class reefs.
Aman’s impeccable, intuitive service is ever present, as are panoramic vistas and sunset locations for romantic private dining and refreshing sundowners or celebratory beach barbecues. Aman Boutiques provide exclusive Aman Essentials swim and beachwear, and Aman Wellness also plays its part, with a number of Beach Clubs hosting early morning yoga classes and other movement sessions on the sand.
Amanruya, Turkey
Set on a forested hillside overlooking a serene bay, Amanruya lives up to its name ‘Peaceful Dream’ on Turkey’s idyllic Bodrum Peninsula. Protected by a headland and shaded by scented pines, the resort’s informal Beach Club consists of a bar surrounded by comfortable days beds and low seating as well as a series of terraces on which sun loungers overlook a pebble beach and a wooden jetty ideal for leaping into the azure waters. A range of non-motorised watersports equipment is also available. The Beach Club restaurant serves Turkish-inspired Mediterranean cuisine including fresh seafood, salads, Turkish meze and woodfired flatbreads. Also open for dinner, savour alfresco meals shoreside accompanied by aromatic cocktails, relaxing melodies, and twinkling lights among the pines.
Amanzoe, Greece
Stretched across a sheltered bay with sparkling turquoise waters, Amanzoe’s private beach lies a short drive or gentle bike ride from the resort and is backed by a magnificent Beach Club open from dawn to dusk. Providing four swimming pools including two 25-metre lap pools and a heated children’s pool, a network of expansive marble decks flow between the water framed by sun loungers. Pause in the bar for a freshly squeezed juice or signature cocktail or dine in the restaurant serving local seafood, pizzas and salads. Children of all ages are entertained with a range of child-friendly beach activities, while adults can enjoy watersports from windsurfing and paddleboarding, to kayaking and sailing.
As well as a spa area and a small gym, Amanzoe’s four Beach Cabanas enable direct access to the sand. Situated directly on the shoreline, this spacious room category provides all the comforts of a Pavilion with a bedroom, bathroom and dressing room, as well as indoor-outdoor living with a terrace, a 200-square-metre garden and a private pool overlooking the sea.
Amankila
Perched on Bali’s east coast with regal Mount Agung as its backdrop, Amankila is a cliffside resort overlooking the Lombok Strait. Located below the resort, set back from the beach in a peaceful coconut grove, the Beach Club is surrounded by verdant tropical gardens. Partially shaded by a frangipani tree, the Beach Club swimming pool – Amankila’s largest – is overlooked by the Terrace Restaurant, which offers both indoor and outdoor settings. Nearby in leafy seclusion are a number of open-air massage pavilions, a yoga bale, as well as an outdoor gym, crafted almost entirely of bamboo.
From the Beach Club, a short stroll on a sandy path through dense vegetation leads to the resort’s private black-sand beach. Eight secluded lounging bales are set along the sand – each tucked into the foliage for added privacy, but with beautiful sea views. Drinks and light meals can be enjoyed within the bales during the daytime, and romantic private dining with a bonfire can be arranged in the evenings. For exclusive use, Karang Sari, a clifftop platform is located on the eastern edge of the beach and allows private dining set ups as well as sunset cocktails with views across the Lombok Strait.
Amanpuri, Thailand
Lapped by the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea on the west coast of Phuket, Amanpuri is situated on a private peninsula within a grove of swaying coconut palms. A sweep of stone steps descends from the main pool to the secluded white crescent of Pansea Beach and the resort’s exclusive Beach Club. Offering a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, a lounging terrace, cocktail bar and sun loungers overlooking a 20-metre swimming pool, the Beach Club is as popular by day as it is by night. The resident DJ creates a mellow vibe from late afternoon into the evening in which to enjoy signature drinks, fresh seafood and pizzas beneath the stars. During the festive season, the Beach Club is a favourite destination for several themed dinners and events including its iconic New Year’s Eve afterparty.
During the day, explore the surrounding coastline aboard Hobie Cats, kayaks and SUPs (Stand Up Paddleboards) as well as venture beneath
the water’s surface using Amanpuri’s snorkelling equipment. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, exhilarating watersport activities include riding Schiller bikes, Seabobs, Flyboards and Hobie Mirage pedal boards. Amanpuri also offers PADI-accredited dive programmes year-round, and sunset cocktails or private dining can be enjoyed on a large, floating platform anchored 70 metres from the shore.
Amanpulo, Philippines
The epitome of a private tropical island retreat, Amanpulo encompasses the entire island of Pamalican in the Palawan archipelago – a natural paradise fringed by beaches and pristine coral reefs. The resort’s eponymous Beach Club Restaurant with its casual dining area, lounging deck and Mediterranean fare is situated on the western side of the island and is the ideal spot for all-day relaxation and watching the sun set. Adjacent is the Sea Sports Hut, from which a host of watersport activities can be enjoyed. These include kayaking, paddleboarding, pedal boarding, Hobie Cat sailing, guided snorkelling expeditions, fishing trips, boat trips to Manamoc Island and sunset cruises.
On the opposite side of the island lies the Windsurf Hut, with expert windsurfing and kite-surfing pros on hand to offer lessons during the season of November to March, and an outdoor pizza restaurant for refueling. The eastern side of the island is also home to Amanpulo’s turtle hatchery. When the timing is right, join in the memorable experience of releasing newly hatched turtles into the sea. Get up close and personal with the island’s underwater inhabitants while scuba diving with Amanpulo’s scuba masters, or simply by snorkelling off the wooden Kawayan Bar – a floating sundeck available for private hire.
Amanoi, Vietnam
Set between Nui Chua National Park, a Unseco Biosphere Reserve, Amanoi embraces nature from its beachside perch on the remote southern coast of Vietnam. Overlooked by magnificent granite cliffs, the Beach Club is located on the sandy white beach of Vinh Hy Bay – known as one of the country’s most picturesque. A destination designed to maximise sea views, a spacious restaurant specialising in exquisite Vietnamese dishes and seafood feasts. Sun loungers line the dramatic swimming pool – its curves mimicking the seashore just metres away – enjoy sunrise yoga sessions on the nearby deck or challenging beach bootcamp sessions in the sand.
The pristine waters of the bay are also ideal for exploration, both along the craggy coastline and under the deep blue, where colourful coral and schools of tropical fish reside. Providing a full range of watersports equipment: Hobie Cats offer sea adventure to experienced sailors and novices alike, while guided kayaking expeditions and snorkelling trips explore nearby rock formations and species of coral. Those seeking a more intimate escape can journey by boat along the croppy coastline to the Twilight Cliff Lounge to watch as the sun sets over Amanoi’s sloped roofs.
Amanwella, Sri Lanka
On Sri Lanka’s sun-drenched south coast, a winding track through lush jungle reveals Amanwella and its incomparable seaside setting in Tangalle. Designed for blissful seclusion and natural exploration, the contemporary beach resort claims a vast swathe of golden sand fringed with coconut palms. Set towards the western end of the beach, Amanwella’s open-sided Beach Club offers feet-in-the-sand dining at its best. Open for casual lunches, romantic private dinners and beach barbecues, the menu features Asian salads, Mediterranean classics, grilled seafood with local relishes, and homemade ice creams.
Also from the beach, a plethora of on the water activities range from snorkelling to whale watching from December to April. Sri Lanka is also renowned for its surf and attracts both experienced and novice surfers year-round. The beaches near Amanwella boast a variety of breaks for all levels, and the resort can arrange one-on-one lessons with experienced local surfers. Alternatively, embark on a fishing trip from Amanwella’s shores, catching dinner which will be prepared by the resort’s chefs upon return.
Amanera, Dominican Republic
Fronted by a sweep of Atlantic Ocean, Amanera enjoys a panoramic clifftop perch on the Dominican Republic’s pristine north coast. Set above the celebrated golden sands of Playa Grande, the resort delivers unparalleled access to watersports and back-to-nature experiences, 
infused with the spice and flavour of Dominican life. Tucked into a cove, the Beach Club provides relaxed dining with a spectacular backdrop, conjuring local recipes and the classic dishes of Latin and South America for lunch, as well as private events and special-occasion dinners.
From surfing and kayaking to big-game fishing and coastal cruising, a world of adventure awaits off-Amanera’s shores, and from January to March each year, humpback whales also gather to breed in the waters around Samana Bay, with private whale-watching trips available on request. Amanera’s wellness programme also harnesses the resort’s exceptional coastal setting, with challenging beach-circuit workouts and restorative lunar rituals taking place on the shore.
Amanyara, Turks and Caicos
Renowned for its crystal blue water and powder white sand, Providenciales Island in Turks and Caicos is an unrivalled destination for beach enthusiasts. Set on the serene northwest coast, Amanyara features a Beach Club and Nature Discovery Centre enabling full immersion into resort’s pristine coastal and marine environment.
Overlooking the resort’s 1,000-metre-long beach, the Beach Club offers a restaurant and cocktail bar with panoramic ocean views. The restaurant serves a wide range of cuisine – from fresh sushi and salads to Latin American and Mediterranean plates – well-suited to long lunches in the sun. Cooking classes are also regularly hosted at the Beach Club, as well as larger private events, beach barbecues and a legendary New Year party with global acts providing entertainment. A range of complimentary water sports equipment, from Hobie Cats and SUPS to ocean kayaks and Seabobs are also available, alongside a guided complimentary snorkelling trip which departs daily to a nearby coral head. For younger guests, Amanyara’s Nature Discovery Centre uncovers the diverse ecosystems of the island. Here, daily programmes focus on the discovery and conservation of indigenous wildlife with activities ranging from GoPro photography to mangrove safaris, scavenger hunts, birdwatching and more.
