Amanyara vs Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat
Aman vs Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat scores 9.0. Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.0 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.7 | 7.9 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | — |
| From | $1,800/night | $900/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 22 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Brand and local design teams |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 3 | 4 |
Good to Know
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.
Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat
- Compare the flexible direct member rate with an eligible luxury-advisor booking for breakfast, credit, and upgrade consideration.
- Confirm current room configurations, seasonal closures, and transfer requirements directly with the property.
- The best category is usually determined by outlook, privacy, and location rather than square metres alone.
Summary
Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat lists more spa facilities.