Amanyara vs Angama Mara
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Angama Mara scores 9.9. Angama Mara scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Angama Mara lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Angama Mara |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.7 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | Safari |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2015 |
| From | $1,800/night | $2,400/night (All-Inclusive) |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 30 glass-fronted tented suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Angama Mara |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Angama Mara |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Angama Mara |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Angama Mara
- Private aircraft charters, helicopter transfers, and game vehicle expeditions coordinate directly with estate management.
- Private game drives and conservation excursions are included with all-inclusive rates.
- Pack lightweight safari-neutral clothing and binoculars for wildlife viewing.
Summary
Angama Mara scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Angama Mara lists more spa facilities.