Amanyara vs Blackberry Mountain
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2019 |
| Rooms | 38 | 43 |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Keith Summerour |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Blackberry Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanyara
- The retreat features 38 pavilions and 19 private villas bordering Northwest Point Marine National Park, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.
- Features a 50-metre black volcanic rock pool, Nature Discovery Centre with resident marine biologist, and PADI dive center.
- Located 25 minutes from Providenciales International Airport (PLS) with private luxury SUV transfers.
Blackberry Mountain
- The mountain sanctuary features 43 cottages and homes set across 5,200 protected acres in the Smokies, designed by Keith Summerour.
- Includes 25 miles of private trails, summit Firetower restaurant, Nest Spa with subterranean pools, and aerial yoga.
- Located in Walland, Tennessee, a 25-minute drive from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS).
Summary
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.

