Amanyara vs The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Aman vs EDITION Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; The Abu Dhabi EDITION scores 9.3. The Abu Dhabi EDITION scores higher on our rubric, while The Abu Dhabi EDITION lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | The Abu Dhabi EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.7 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.5 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.2 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.3 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | — |
| From | $1,800/night | $450/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 198 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Brand and local design teams |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | The Abu Dhabi EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | The Abu Dhabi EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | The Abu Dhabi EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
- Compare the flexible direct member rate with an eligible luxury-advisor booking for breakfast, credit, and upgrade consideration.
- Confirm current room configurations, seasonal closures, and transfer requirements directly with the property.
- The best category is usually determined by outlook, privacy, and location rather than square metres alone.
Summary
The Abu Dhabi EDITION scores higher on our rubric, while The Abu Dhabi EDITION lists more spa facilities.