Amanyara vs COMO Laucala Island
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; COMO Laucala Island scores 9.9. COMO Laucala Island scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while COMO Laucala Island lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | COMO Laucala Island |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.8 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2008 |
| From | $1,800/night | $5,600/night (All-Inclusive) |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 25 authored private residences |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Lynne Hunt / WATG |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | COMO Laucala Island |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | COMO Laucala Island |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | COMO Laucala Island |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
COMO Laucala Island
- Transfers are via private twin-engine seaplane, private speedboat, or helicopter coordinated directly with resort operations.
- A dedicated personal butler (Barefoot Butler / Mr./Ms. Friday) oversees every detail from unpacking to private island picnics.
- Pack lightweight linen and swimwear; barefoot luxury culture is celebrated across the islands.
Summary
COMO Laucala Island scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while COMO Laucala Island lists more spa facilities.