Almanac Barcelona vs Amanyara
Almanac Hotels vs Aman — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Almanac Barcelona scores 8.7 overall; Amanyara scores 9.2. Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while Almanac Barcelona has more dining venues, while Almanac Barcelona lists more room categories, while Almanac Barcelona lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Almanac Barcelona | Amanyara |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.5 |
| Service | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| Design | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Dining | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| Value | 7.4 | 7.7 |
| Category | City | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | Opened in autumn 2017 as the first Almanac hotel | 2006 |
| From | Rates on request | $1,800/night |
| Rooms | 91 rooms and suites, according to the current official booking directory | ~40 pavilions and villas |
| Architect | See property | Jean-Michel Gathy |
Dining
| Metric | Almanac Barcelona | Amanyara |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Almanac Barcelona | Amanyara |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 3 |
Spa
| Metric | Almanac Barcelona | Amanyara |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
Good to Know
Almanac Barcelona
- Setting: Gran Via at Pau Claris in the Eixample, one block from Passeig de Gracia.
- Eligible stays participate in GHA DISCOVERY, including DISCOVERY Dollars and tier recognition.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Amanyara
- The resort faces a protected marine reserve, not Grace Bay — it's quieter and more remote than most Providenciales hotels, which is either the appeal or the drawback depending on what you want.
- About 20 minutes from Providenciales International Airport.
- Snorkelling directly off the property's reef is genuinely good, not just a marketing claim — the reserve status protects it.
Summary
Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while Almanac Barcelona has more dining venues, while Almanac Barcelona lists more room categories, while Almanac Barcelona lists more spa facilities.