Amanyara vs Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara scores 9.7. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | Countryside |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2009 |
| From | $1,800/night | $850/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 207 rooms, suites and pool villas |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | KEO International Consultants |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
- Private airport fast-track service and luxury vehicle transfers coordinate seamlessly upon arrival.
- Book private dining setups (on the beach, in a private riad, or on dunes) well ahead during peak season.
- Dedicated personal butlers (Majordomes) manage every request throughout your stay.
Summary
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara lists more spa facilities.