Amanyara vs Blackberry Farm
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Blackberry Farm scores 9.8. Blackberry Farm scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Blackberry Farm lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Farm |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.9 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1976 |
| From | $1,800/night | $1,800/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 68 rooms, cottages and estate houses |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Beall family / Keith Summerour |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Farm |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Farm |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Farm |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Blackberry Farm
- All-inclusive estate rates include all gourmet meals, sommelier pairings, and seasonal outdoor estate activities.
- Book key culinary workshops, fly-fishing guides, and spa appointments when confirming your room reservation.
- Private airport transfers from regional airfields can be coordinated directly with the concierge desk.
Summary
Blackberry Farm scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Blackberry Farm lists more spa facilities.