Amanyara vs Dolphin Island Private Retreat Fiji
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 | Dolphin Island Private Retreat Fiji |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2011 / The Huka Retreats |
| Rooms | 38 | 4 |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Virginia Fisher / Traditional Fijian Thatched Bure Architecture |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Dolphin Island Private Retreat Fiji |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Dolphin Island Private Retreat Fiji |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Dolphin Island Private Retreat Fiji |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Dolphin Island Private Retreat Fiji
- The 4-bure exclusive private island retreat accommodates a max of 8 guests in Fiji, Huka Retreats.
- Includes private chef, all meals, freshwater pool, hilltop sleep-out bure, and reef snorkeling.
- Accessed via a 2.5-hour private scenic drive from Nadi (NAN) plus a 20-minute private boat transfer.
Summary
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.

