Amanyara vs Secret Bay
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Secret Bay scores 9.9. Secret Bay scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Secret Bay lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Secret Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.6 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.8 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2011 |
| From | $1,800/night | $1,200/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 12 residential clifftop rainforest villas |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Fruto Vivas |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Secret Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Secret Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Secret Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Secret Bay
- Private floatplane charters, helicopter transfers, and boat pickups coordinate directly with lodge operations.
- Bespoke guided excursions, wildlife safaris, and wine tastings are pre-arranged with your private host.
- Pack comfortable layering attire, hiking footwear, and outdoor gear for wilderness adventures.
Summary
Secret Bay scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Secret Bay lists more spa facilities.