Amanyara vs Fairmont San Francisco
Aman vs Fairmont Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Fairmont San Francisco scores 9.4. Fairmont San Francisco scores higher on our rubric, while Fairmont San Francisco lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.4 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.4 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.6 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.5 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1907 |
| From | $1,800/night | $650/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 606 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Reid & Reid / Julia Morgan |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Fairmont San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| 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 San Francisco
- 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 San Francisco scores higher on our rubric, while Fairmont San Francisco lists more spa facilities.