Amanyara vs Cliveden House
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Cliveden House scores 9.7. Cliveden House scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Cliveden House lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Cliveden House |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1666 (Luxury Hotel 1985) |
| From | $1,800/night | £950/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 47 opulent rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Sir Charles Barry (1851 Italianate Palace) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Cliveden House |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Cliveden House |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Cliveden House |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Cliveden House
- Private airport transfers, estate activities, and bespoke guided excursions can be pre-arranged via the concierge.
- Book private thermal spa sessions and Michelin-starred tasting tables well in advance.
- Pack warm layers and outdoor country footwear for estate walks and nature adventures.
Summary
Cliveden House scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Cliveden House lists more spa facilities.