Amanyara vs Badrutt’s Palace Hotel
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Badrutt’s Palace Hotel scores 9.7. Badrutt’s Palace Hotel scores higher on our rubric, while Badrutt’s Palace Hotel lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Badrutt’s Palace Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.6 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | Ski |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1896 |
| From | $1,800/night | CHF 1,400/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 155 rooms and 43 suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Chiodera and Chiodera |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Badrutt’s Palace Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Badrutt’s Palace Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Badrutt’s Palace Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel
- Traditional dress codes (jackets for gentlemen) may apply in historic dining rooms during winter evenings.
- Book private ski instructors, mountain guides, and signature dining tables weeks ahead for February/New Year holidays.
- Complimentary private Rolls-Royce or vintage town car transfers are provided from local train stations.
Summary
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel scores higher on our rubric, while Badrutt’s Palace Hotel lists more spa facilities.