Kanai, Riviera Maya has emerged as Mexico’s newest destination for sustainable luxury travel; boasting best in class for wellness, culinary, and experiential amenities. Nestled along the pristine Caribbean coastline of Mexico’s celebrated Riviera Maya, Kanai is an exclusive sanctuary of refined elegance, comprising three—soon to be four—world-class resorts: Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection; The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai; The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya; and the upcoming Mandarin Oriental Kanai (2027). Spanning 680 acres of the sacred Mayan Yucatán Peninsula, Kanai is set against a backdrop of lush jungle and tranquil mangrove forests, with miles of powder-soft, white sand beaches stretching along the eastern shore.
In a bold reimagining of ecotourism, Kanai seamlessly blends luxury with sustainability. The meticulously crafted resorts occupy just 10% of the vast landscape, preserving the region’s breathtaking natural beauty while offering unparalleled access to its pristine environment. Each property is a masterpiece in its own right, offering a distinct and exclusive experience, from intimate hideaways to expansive, resort-style escapes—all with the unmatched standards of excellence you would expect from the world’s finest hotels. At the heart of Kanai lies an extraordinary community of hotels & luxury residences, where guests are invited to immerse themselves in a harmonious array of exceptional offerings and services.
Whether indulging in world-class dining by celebrated chefs, embracing transformative wellness rituals, or exploring the wonders of the surrounding ecosystem, every moment at Kanai is a celebration of luxury and cultural richness. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Maya, Kanai’s experiences are deeply intertwined with the region’s heritage. From locally inspired, exquisite cuisine to immersive, eco-conscious adventures, every aspect of Kanai has been thoughtfully curated to honor the environment and local traditions.
Guests also enjoy access to an exclusive roster of rotating partnerships, high-end shopping experiences, and curated pop-up activations—ensuring that each visit is as unique as the destination itself. New launches for 2025 include bespoke partnership iterations of the popular Hamptons-based seafood restaurant, Dureya’s, as well as the British-founded men’s resort wear brand, Orlebar Brown, to further enrich the guest experience and widen the range of lifestyle amenities. Blending the travel styles of serenity, adventure, and indulgence, Kanai offers an extraordinary world where the spirit of the Yucatán meets the pinnacle of sophisticated living.
