The short answer
Amaya: what visitors should know first
Yes for a special evening rather than a casual meal; it suits couples and small groups who want a view, live music and grilled seafood at a higher price than most Port Blair restaurants. Book ahead, especially on weekends and in peak season.
Useful facts
Amaya facts at a glance
- Location
- Marine Hill, at SeaShell Port Blair
- Dining style
- Rooftop lounge and restobar with live music
- Price signal
- ₹₹₹, a higher-end evening out by Port Blair standards
- Signature order
- Try: the barbecued seafood platter
- Good for
- A special dinner with sea views and live music
Why it matters
Why Amaya is worth your time
Port Blair has relatively few restaurants built around atmosphere and view rather than simple, functional dining, and Amaya fills that gap as the closest thing the city has to a proper night out. For visitors staying only briefly before or after their island itinerary, it is often the one meal that feels like a deliberate occasion rather than a practical stop between sightseeing.
Its location on Marine Hill, overlooking the same waters and lighthouse that visitors may have seen up close on a North Bay Island day trip, also gives it a nice narrative link for anyone who has made that excursion earlier in their stay.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Rooftop sea views
Views over the Andaman Sea toward North Bay Island and its lighthouse, best at sunset and after dark.
- 02
Live music evenings
Regular live performances add to the atmosphere most nights.
- 03
The barbecued seafood platter
A frequently recommended way to sample the kitchen's grilled seafood in one order.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Amaya sits on the roof of SeaShell Port Blair on Marine Hill, with views over the Andaman Sea toward North Bay Island and its lighthouse, the same one pictured on the old ₹20 note, visible from the right table on a clear evening. The menu leans into barbecued and grilled seafood alongside meat dishes and international options, with live music most evenings adding to what is generally the most atmospheric dinner setting in Port Blair.
It is priced and positioned as a destination restaurant rather than a quick bite, so most visitors treat it as a planned evening out, a celebratory dinner, an anniversary, or simply the one meal in Port Blair where the setting matters as much as the food. The seafood platter is frequently mentioned as the dish to order if you want a broad sample of what the kitchen does well.
Because it is inside a hotel rather than a standalone restaurant, non-guests are welcome but should book ahead, particularly for a table with the best sea view, which fills first on busy evenings.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Book ahead, especially for evening tables with a sea view
- Expect higher prices than most Port Blair restaurants
- Ask about live music timings if that is part of the appeal for you
- Confirm current hours and any dress expectations with the hotel
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Marine Hill, at SeaShell Port Blair
- Time needed
- 1.5 to 2 hours for dinner
- Best time
- Evening, after sunset, when the live music and lit views are at their best
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Rooftop seating with lift access is generally available given its location within a hotel; confirm accessibility when booking if stairs are a concern.
- Tickets and access
- Reservations are recommended, particularly for evening slots and during the winter tourist season; call ahead through the hotel or a booking platform.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Amaya
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Rooftop seating with lift access is generally available given its location within a hotel; confirm accessibility when booking if stairs are a concern.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Amaya open to non-hotel guests?
Yes, Amaya is open to the public, though booking ahead is recommended since it is a popular rooftop venue at SeaShell Port Blair.
What is Amaya known for?
Barbecued and grilled seafood, live music most evenings, and rooftop views over the Andaman Sea toward North Bay Island.
Is Amaya expensive by Port Blair standards?
Yes, relatively; it is priced as a destination restaurant, higher than most casual eateries in the city.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
