Amanyara vs Sun Valley Lodge
Aman vs Independent — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.
Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beach | Ski |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | 1936 (Averell Harriman) |
| Rooms | 38 | 108 |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Gilbert Stanley Underwood / CCID Renovation (2015) |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 3 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 4 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 4 | 1 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Sun Valley Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 4 |
Good to Know
Amanyara
- The retreat features 38 pavilions and 19 private villas bordering Northwest Point Marine National Park, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.
- Features a 50-metre black volcanic rock pool, Nature Discovery Centre with resident marine biologist, and PADI dive center.
- Located 25 minutes from Providenciales International Airport (PLS) with private luxury SUV transfers.
Sun Valley Lodge
- The 108-room historic 1936 resort is America’s first destination ski resort in Sun Valley, Idaho.
- Includes the heated circular pool, 20,000 sq ft spa, year-round outdoor ice rink, and 6-lane vintage bowling alley.
- Located in Sun Valley, a 20-minute drive from Friedman Memorial Airport in Hailey (SUN).
Summary
Amanyara has more dining venues, while Amanyara lists more room categories.

