Aman is the gold standard of luxury travel with small and intimate properties. Here, the personalization and the little details, like the staff knowing your name, make it even better.
But are Aman resorts vegan-friendly?
Well, it really depends on the property. Unlike Four Seasons, which has formal culinary programs that create some consistency across the portfolio, Aman operates 35+ site-specific resorts where food reflects the local culture and local ingredients.
Which is good news for people who are vegan or want to eat plant-based and are heading to Southeast Asia or Japan. It’s less predictable if you’re bound for meat-heavy, butter-heavy, cheese-loving countries.
However, what is consistent is Aman’s service culture. So, if you communicate in advance about being vegan, you should not have a problem.
If you’re looking for a totally seamless experience, these Aman properties already have strong vegan options, meaning less hassle on your end. And we all love that.
Vegan luxury travel: Aman plant-based dining
Americas
Amangiri, Canyon Point, Utah
Amangiri is a stunning property. The resort is built so perfectly into the rust-red canyon landscape of southern Utah that it barely registers as a building at all.
The main restaurant runs sustainable, seasonal menus inspired by the American Southwest, with vegan dishes clearly labeled (VG) across all menus. Plus, there’s a four-course “Spirit of the Journey” tasting menu that pays gastronomic tribute to the five indigenous tribes of the region, and it able to be adapted to cater to vegans.
Then, there is Camp Sarika, the tented desert camp within the property. It has vegan options and full-board dining is included for all guests.
Of all the Aman properties, Amangiri is one of the most straightforward Aman because you’re not navigating à la carte with fingers crossed.
Aman New York, New York City
Inside Aman New York’s restaurant Arva (named for the Latin word for “cultivated land”), more than half of all lunch and dinner options are plant-based. It offers a thoughtful selection of vegan dishes including seasonal pastas and sharing plates. For plant-based travelers who want the full Aman city hotel experience in Manhattan, this is a strong option that doesn’t require much advance planning. Plus, you’re in one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the world.
Asia-Pacific
Amanpuri, Phuket, Thailand
The original Aman property, Amanpuri opened in 1988 on a private beach in Phuket, Thailand. Today, Amanpuri is one of the brand’s best hotels for vegans in Thailand. The resort’s private beach barbecue dinners offer guests a choice of three menus: Italian, Thai, or vegan. There’s also a dedicated vegan menu for a private candlelit dinner on the Andaman Sea (swoon). Across the five restaurants — Nama (Japanese), Arva (Italian), Buabok (Thai), Nura (Mediterranean), and The Beach Terrace — vegan requests can be accommodated easily.
Amanjiwo, Java, Indonesia
Amanjiwo sits in the shadow of Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple complex in the world. True to Aman form, the location shapes the menu. Central Javanese cuisine is naturally plant-forward, drawing from the same rice-and-vegetable-based tradition that defines the surrounding culture. The kitchen offers menus full of adaptable, health-conscious options and is experienced at customizing for dietary needs.
The standout here is Makan Malam, a private dinner in the rice fields by torchlight that can be adapted for vegans. Dragon fruit carpaccio is a recurring highlight, and the afternoon tea runs alongside live gamelan musicians. There’s nothing quite like that combination in the rest of the Aman portfolio.
Amankila, Bali, Indonesia
Amankila grows much of its own produce at an on-site organic farm, drawing from the volcanic soil of East Bali. That means fresh, seasonal, local plant-based ingredients are already central to how the kitchen operates. Multiple venues including Sandikala, The Beach Club, and in-villa dining all have plant-based options, and the team is practiced at adapting menus.
Beyond the daily menus, two experiences stand out: the Karangasem Royal Dinner, a ceremonial feast inspired by the royal courts of East Bali, and the Megibung Dinner, a traditional Balinese communal dining ceremony. Both can be adapted for plant-based guests. Cooking classes are also offered for guests who want to learn the techniques behind the food.
Amandari, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Ubud is one of the most vegan-friendly destinations on the planet, and Amandari sits right in the heart of it. The resort taps into the same rich local ingredient culture, and the kitchen knows plant-based cooking well. If you want an Aman experience in Bali where eating vegan feels effortless, Amandari is the one. Bonus: the Purnama dinner series takes place on the full moon and a very cool experience to book.
Aman Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Aman Kyoto is a forest retreat tucked into the hills behind Kyoto’s northern temples. The popular Japanese city is also the birthplace of shojin ryori, Japan’s Buddhist vegan cuisine tradition that has been evolving for over a thousand years. The property’s culinary program connects to that context, with dedicated vegan options available and an adaptable kitchen. For vegan travelers who want to experience Japan’s most refined vegan culinary tradition alongside a luxury Aman stay, Kyoto is the obvious choice.
The afternoon tea is a specific standout. It includes three vegan cookies made with Kyoto ingredients: matcha, yuzu, and black sesame.
Amanemu, Ise-Shima, Japan
Amanemu is Japan’s onsen Aman. This ryokan-inspired property centers on the natural hot springs of Ise-Shima National Park. Here, the food draws from Japan’s kaiseki tradition, where seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients are the foundation of every course. The kitchen adapts kaiseki into shojin (Buddhist vegan) style. Just let them know before arrival and they’ll customize accordingly. While this is one of Japan’s more remote Aman experiences, the food is worth the journey.
Europe
Amanzoe, Porto Heli, Greece
Greek Mediterranean cuisine is inherently plant-friendly with olive oil instead of butter, vegetables and legumes at the center of the table, and menus built around what’s seasonal and local. Greece also happens to have quite a few of vegan-friendly hotels. And, Amanzoe’s kitchen leans into that. Vegan options are available and the team accommodates plant-based requests. For European luxury travel, Greece is one of the easier destinations in the Aman portfolio for vegans.
Amanruya, Bodrum, Turkey
Note: Amanruya is currently closed for renovations. Confirm reopening dates with Aman directly before planning a trip here.
Turkish meze culture puts naturally vegan dishes front and center: dolma, hummus, roasted aubergine, slow-cooked legumes, and fresh herb salads. Amanruya’s kitchen draws from this tradition and can accommodate plant-based guests well. Communicate in advance and you’ll eat very well here.
How to get the most out of any Aman property
Aman’s service culture is renowned. In fact, the kitchen will go well out of their way for you. They just need to know you’re coming before you show up.
A few things that make the difference:
- Contact the dining team before arrival, not through a general booking platform. Ask specifically to connect with the chef’s concierge or culinary director. At Aman’s top properties, this often means someone who will design a custom menu for the length of your stay.
- Mention your requirements at check-in and again at every restaurant. Kitchens shift between services and a note in your reservation doesn’t always travel with the guest.
- Work with a vegan travel advisor who handles pre-arrival communication on your behalf. An advisor with relationships at these properties will make sure you arrive with a custom menu already sorted.
The bottom line
Aman is one of the most rewarding luxury brands to travel with as a vegan. It’s not because every property has a formal plant-based program, but because the service culture means they will work with you.
The properties that require more communication are mostly in Europe and Southwest Asia because the local culinary traditions run heavier.
Choosing the right Aman property takes knowing the portfolio. Arriving with your plant-based needs already handled takes knowing who to call. I do both.
All information verified as of May 2026
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