Amanyara vs Katikies Santorini
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Katikies Santorini has more dining venues, while Katikies Santorini lists more room categories, while Amanyara lists more spa facilities.
Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Katikies Santorini |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1987 |
| Rooms | 38 | 34 suites (Chase); Michelin Pelagos 27 |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Nikos Pagonis |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Katikies Santorini |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Katikies Santorini |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 17 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 17 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Katikies Santorini |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
Good to Know
Amanyara
- The retreat features 38 pavilions and 19 private villas bordering Northwest Point Marine National Park, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.
- Features a 50-metre black volcanic rock pool, Nature Discovery Centre with resident marine biologist, and PADI dive center.
- Located 25 minutes from Providenciales International Airport (PLS) with private luxury SUV transfers.
Katikies Santorini
- Last updated: 2026-08-31.
- The homepage presents Pelagos House and Gea House; lounge pages do not explicitly assign a house location.
- Official child language conflicts, so no exact minimum age is published here.
- Check-in is from 3:00 pm and check-out is until 11:00 am.
Summary
Katikies Santorini has more dining venues, while Katikies Santorini lists more room categories, while Amanyara lists more spa facilities.

