Amanyara vs &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge scores 9.7. &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.6 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | Safari |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1993 (Redesigned 2023) |
| From | $1,800/night | ZAR 24,000/night (All-Inclusive Safari) |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 16 glass-walled "Zulu Zen" forest suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Fox Browne Creative |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
&Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge
- Private transfers (via private vehicle, helicopter, or boat) coordinate directly with resort operations.
- Bespoke guided cultural excursions, private tastings, and nature tours can be pre-arranged with the concierge.
- Pack comfortable luxury travel attire and appropriate footwear for local exploration.
Summary
&Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while &Beyond Phinda Forest Lodge lists more spa facilities.