Amanyara vs Fairmont Pacific Rim
Aman vs Fairmont Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Fairmont Pacific Rim scores 9.6. Fairmont Pacific Rim scores higher on our rubric, while Fairmont Pacific Rim lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Pacific Rim |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.6 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2010 |
| From | $1,800/night | CAD 750/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 367 rooms and 47 suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | James Cheng Architects |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Pacific Rim |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Pacific Rim |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont Pacific Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Pacific Rim
- Fairmont Gold rooms offer an elevated boutique hotel-within-a-hotel experience with a private lounge and dedicated concierge.
- Book afternoon tea and signature dinner tables well in advance of arrival.
- Winter guests should confirm private ski storage or winter festival tour arrangements upon booking.
Summary
Fairmont Pacific Rim scores higher on our rubric, while Fairmont Pacific Rim lists more spa facilities.