Amanyara vs Waldorf Astoria Cancun
Aman vs Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanyara scores 9.2 overall; Waldorf Astoria Cancun scores 9.0. Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while Waldorf Astoria Cancun lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanyara | Waldorf Astoria Cancun |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.2 | 9.0 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.2 | 9.4 |
| Design | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Dining | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| Value | 7.7 | 8.4 |
| Category | Beach | Beach |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2006 | — |
| From | $1,800/night | $900/night |
| Rooms | ~40 pavilions and villas | 173 rooms and suites |
| Architect | Jean-Michel Gathy | Brand and local design teams |
Dining
| Metric | Amanyara | Waldorf Astoria Cancun |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 2 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanyara | Waldorf Astoria Cancun |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 3 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanyara | Waldorf Astoria Cancun |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Waldorf Astoria Cancun
- 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
Amanyara scores higher on our rubric, while Waldorf Astoria Cancun lists more spa facilities.