Amanyara vs Blackberry Mountain
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Blackberry Mountain scores 9.7. Blackberry Mountain scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Blackberry Mountain lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 9.7 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2019 |
| From | $1,800/night | $1,900/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 34 cabins, cottages and treehouses |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Keith Summerour |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Mountain
- 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 Mountain scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Blackberry Mountain lists more spa facilities.