Amanyara vs The Rubens at the Palace
Aman vs Red Carnation Hotels — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; The Rubens at the Palace scores 8.8. Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while The Rubens at the Palace has more dining venues, while The Rubens at the Palace lists more room categories, while Amanyara lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| Value | 7.7 | 7.5 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | Current open hotel verified through the official brand portfolio on 24 August 2026 |
| From | $1,800/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | Exact current key count should be confirmed with the hotel; residences and non-hotel products are excluded from this portfolio |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 4 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | The Rubens at the Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 3 | 2 |
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 Rubens at the Palace
- Setting: Buckingham Palace Road overlooking the Royal Mews in Westminster.
- Red Carnation Hotels does not operate a public consumer points programme.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while The Rubens at the Palace has more dining venues, while The Rubens at the Palace lists more room categories, while Amanyara lists more spa facilities.