Amanyara vs Saint James Paris
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Saint James Paris scores 9.7. Saint James Paris scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Saint James Paris lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Saint James Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.7 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1991 (1892 Neoclassical Château) |
| From | $1,800/night | €1,100/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 50 rooms, suites and private villas |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Laura Gonzalez redesign (2021) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Saint James Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Saint James Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Saint James Paris |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Saint James Paris
- Private airport transfers, vintage private boat charters, and museum viewings can be pre-arranged with the concierge.
- Book signature tasting menus and private garden cabanas well in advance.
- Traditional elegant evening attire is recommended for historic dining salons.
Summary
Saint James Paris scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Saint James Paris lists more spa facilities.