Amanyara vs Hoshinoya Kyoto
Aman vs Hoshinoya — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Hoshinoya Kyoto scores 9.7. Hoshinoya Kyoto scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Hoshinoya Kyoto lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Hoshinoya Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2009 |
| From | $1,800/night | ¥130,000/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 25 riverside pavilions |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Rie Azuma |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Hoshinoya Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Hoshinoya Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Hoshinoya Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Hoshinoya Kyoto
- Traditional Japanese footwear removal etiquette is observed throughout ryokan interior spaces.
- Private boat or rickshaw transfers coordinate seamlessly with local train station arrivals.
- Daily cultural workshops (tea ceremony, morning temple meditation, incense appreciation) are included with your stay.
Summary
Hoshinoya Kyoto scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Hoshinoya Kyoto lists more spa facilities.