Amanyara vs Fogo Island Inn
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Fogo Island Inn scores 9.9. Fogo Island Inn scores higher on our rubric, while Fogo Island Inn lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Fogo Island Inn |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.8 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.8 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2013 |
| From | $1,800/night | CAD 2,800/night (All-Inclusive) |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 29 handcrafted guest suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Todd Saunders (Saunders Architecture) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Fogo Island Inn |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Fogo Island Inn |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Fogo Island Inn |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Fogo Island Inn
- 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
Fogo Island Inn scores higher on our rubric, while Fogo Island Inn lists more spa facilities.