Diamonds

Midtown Manhattan Hotel Receives Prestigious AAA Five Diamond Designation

14 hotels and restaurants earned AAA Four Diamonds this month

wine glasses on white table cloth and luxurious hotel room

WASHINGTON, DC (February 24, 2025) – Aman New York in Midtown Manhattan is the newest hotel to join the prestigious AAA Five Diamond list. This urban oasis, located on the corner of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street, sits inside the iconic Crown Building, and offers guests luxurious amenities and tranquil surroundings with world-class service.  

Meanwhile, 8 hotels and 8 restaurants earned AAA Four Diamonds this month. Four Diamond properties offer upscale amenities and distinctive fine dining. 

Throughout the year, AAA Inspectors visit hotels and restaurants across North America, the Caribbean, and Costa Rica unannounced to objectively verify the 4 Cs of AAA Diamonds: Cleanliness, Comfort, Cuisine, and Consistency.  

New AAA Five Diamond Hotel 

  • Aman New York | New York, New York  

New AAA Four Diamond Hotels 

  • Ada Hotel | Ada, Michigan  
  • Dreams Estrella del Mar Mazatlan Golf & Spa Resort | Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico 
  • Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch | San Antonio, Texas 
  • Kalahari Resort and Convention Center | Round Rock, Texas 
  • Salish Lodge & Spa | Snoqualmie, Washington 
  • Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center | Atlanta, Georgia 
  • Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts | Coronado, California 
  • The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection | Oak Brook, Illinois 

New AAA Four Diamond Restaurants 

  • Änkôr | Canmore, Alberta, Canada 
  • Damiana Restaurant | Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico  
  • DaNico | Toronto, Ontario, Canada 
  • Elisa | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada  
  • Herb & Omni | Whitefish, Montana  
  • La Tête d’Or by Daniel | New York, New York  
  • Sauvage | Canmore, Alberta, Canada  
  • Zitz Sum | Coral Gables, Florida  

Diamond lists are updated monthly, as AAA Inspectors visit properties throughout the year. 

Currently, there are roughly 145 Five Diamond hotels and 65 Five Diamond restaurants and roughly 1,750 Four Diamond hotels and 500 Four Diamond restaurants. 

Plan a visit to Diamond properties on Trip Canvas, AAA’s free travel planning tool, or connect with a AAA travel agent for recommendations and hotel reservations. 

About AAA    

Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA delivers exceptional roadside assistance, helps travelers plan their dream vacations and adventures, offers exclusive member discounts and benefits, and provides trusted financial and insurance services – all to enhance the life journey of our 65+ million members across North America, including nearly 58 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA offers or become a member, visit AAA.com.