Amanyara vs Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Aman vs Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2011 / Renovated 2020 |
| Rooms | 38 | 80 |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Modern Maldivian Thatched Architecture / SEA Underwater Engineering |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanyara
- The retreat features 38 pavilions and 19 private villas bordering Northwest Point Marine National Park, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.
- Features a 50-metre black volcanic rock pool, Nature Discovery Centre with resident marine biologist, and PADI dive center.
- Located 25 minutes from Providenciales International Airport (PLS) with private luxury SUV transfers.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
- The 80-villa all-pool private island sits in Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Maldives, Anantara.
- Includes SEA underwater restaurant, SKY overwater stargazing observatory, overwater spa, and Hanifaru Bay access.
- Accessible via a scenic 35-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport in Malé (MLE).
Summary
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.

