Amanyara vs JOALI BEING
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; JOALI BEING scores 9.8. JOALI BEING scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while JOALI BEING lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | JOALI BEING |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.6 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2021 |
| From | $1,800/night | $2,600/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 68 private beach and water villas |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Autoban / Cuneyt Bukulmez |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | JOALI BEING |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | JOALI BEING |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | JOALI BEING |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
JOALI BEING
- Private transfers (via seaplane, private boat, or luxury 4WD) are coordinated directly with lodge reservations.
- Pack comfortable footwear and nature-appropriate attire for guided excursions.
- Daily wellness rituals and cultural masterclasses are included with your stay.
Summary
JOALI BEING scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while JOALI BEING lists more spa facilities.