Amanyara vs Shinola Hotel
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Shinola Hotel scores 9.6. Shinola Hotel scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Shinola Hotel lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Shinola Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.6 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.5 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 2019 |
| From | $1,800/night | $550/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 129 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Gachot Studios / Kraemer Design Group |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Shinola Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Shinola Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 2 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Shinola Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Shinola Hotel
- Private airport transfers, ski valet, or private nature guides can be pre-arranged via the head concierge.
- Book signature dining tables and private cabanas well ahead during peak season.
- Club level and private residence categories offer dedicated concierge teams.
Summary
Shinola Hotel scores higher on our rubric, while Amanyara lists more room categories, while Shinola Hotel lists more spa facilities.