Amanyara vs Baur au Lac
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Baur au Lac scores 9.8. Baur au Lac scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Baur au Lac lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.8 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1844 |
| From | $1,800/night | CHF 1,100/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 119 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Johannes Baur (owned by Kracht family for 6 generations) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Baur au Lac |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Baur au Lac
- Private airport transfers, ski valets, and private guided nature excursions coordinate seamlessly with the concierge.
- Book private thermal spa sessions and signature restaurant tables well in advance.
- Pack warm alpine layering attire and winter gear for northern lights and snow activities.
Summary
Baur au Lac scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Baur au Lac lists more spa facilities.