Amanyara vs Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
Aman vs Fairmont Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui scores 9.5. Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui scores higher on our rubric, while Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.5 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.6 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1991 |
| From | $1,800/night | $1,200/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 413 one-bedroom suites and 37 villas |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Jose Luis Ezquerra |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
- All-inclusive ranch rates include all gourmet dining, sommelier-selected beverages, and daily guided adventures.
- Book fly-fishing guides, equestrian trail rides, and signature spa sessions prior to arrival.
- Private airport transfers from regional airfields can be coordinated directly with the concierge desk.
Summary
Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui scores higher on our rubric, while Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui lists more spa facilities.