Amanyara vs Palace Hotel Tokyo
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Palace Hotel Tokyo scores 9.8. Palace Hotel Tokyo scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Palace Hotel Tokyo lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Palace Hotel Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.9 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2012 (Original 1961 Palace Hotel) |
| From | $1,800/night | ¥140,000/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 290 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Terry McGinnity (G.A Design) / Mitsubishi Jisho |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Palace Hotel Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Palace Hotel Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Palace Hotel Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Palace Hotel Tokyo
- Private transfers (via private speed launch, twin-engine seaplane, or luxury vehicle) coordinate directly with resort operations.
- Bespoke private island picnics, reef excursions, and temple blessings can be pre-arranged with your butler.
- Pack comfortable linen attire and beachwear for barefoot island living.
Summary
Palace Hotel Tokyo scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Palace Hotel Tokyo lists more spa facilities.