Sunset Champagne sabrage
Each evening at sunset, a bottle of Champagne is opened with a saber, a signature St. Regis ritual.
Overview
Why we recommend St. Regis Kanai
Opened in March 2023, St. Regis Kanai sits on the Riviera Maya where the jungle meets the sea. Its white crescent buildings, arranged in circles that echo the Pleiades, rise on raised walkways above a protected red mangrove, between the jungle and two miles of white-sand beach.
St. Regis butler service comes with every category, dining is led by TORO from chef Richard Sandoval, and each evening begins with Champagne sabered at sunset. It is not all-inclusive — ideal for travelers who like to choose where, and when, they dine.
- Edmonds International shaped the buildings as white crescents set in circles that, seen from above, echo the Pleiades star cluster.
- The resort rises above a protected red mangrove, its buildings linked by raised walkways that keep the footprint light.
- About 2 miles of white-sand beach face a coral reef that lies less than half a mile offshore.
- St. Regis Signature Butler Service is included in every room category.
- Every accommodation has either a private terrace or a plunge pool, depending on the category.
- At sunset each evening, Champagne is sabered, and The St. Regis Bar pours the Kanai Mary, a local Bloody Mary with corn, peppers and cucumber.
- Interiors by Chapi Chapo Design pair carved walnut headboards and ceramic pendants with materials that recall the mangroves, the cenotes and the night sky.
- The first St. Regis in the Riviera Maya opened here in March 2023.
Suites & rooms
7 ways to stay
Official categories. Views, sizes and inclusions vary — we confirm the exact room in your quotation.
Grand Luxe Queen Guest Room
- two queen beds
- St. Regis Butler Service
- connects to plunge-pool suite
Vincent Astor Studio
- studio layout
- outdoor shower
- St. Regis Butler Service
Atlas Suite
- St. Regis Butler Service
St. Regis Suite with Plunge Pool
- one bedroom
- private plunge pool terrace
- mangrove view
- two-bedroom option (160 m²)
Caroline Astor Suite
- one bedroom
- ocean view
- large terrace
- connecting option
John Jacob Astor Suite
- ocean view
- infinity-edge plunge pool
- whirlpool and garden
- dining space
- marble bathroom
Presidential Suite
- about 2,300 sq ft
- ocean view
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Dining
Where to eat & drink
5 restaurants · 4 bars
Venues, hours and reservation rules change seasonally; we confirm them for your dates.
- Restaurant
TORO
Latin American cuisine by chef Richard Sandoval
Dinner only. Smart casual. - Bar
Toro Bar
Mixology bar beside TORO, focused on Mexican spirits
- Restaurant
Chaya
Mediterranean-influenced cuisine built on local ingredients
Breakfast is charged separately; dinner on select evenings. Smart casual. - Restaurant
Riviera
Beachfront seafood in the spirit of the South of France
Lunch service. Smart casual. - Bar
The St. Regis Bar
Top-floor bar with a night-sky theme, Asian-fusion bites and the Kanai Mary
- Bar
Jack's Club
Sports bar with an outdoor terrace and plunge pools
Adults only. - Café
The Library
Tea and chocolate salon for afternoon tea and Mexican cacao
- Café
Pik Nik
Grab-and-go deli
Morning service; breakfast is charged separately. - Bar
The Beach Club
Light bites by the sea
Amenities & experiences
Your days, your way
The Kanai Mary
The St. Regis Bar's take on the brand's Bloody Mary blends corn, peppers and cucumber, served beneath a mural of Maya astronomer-priests.
Afternoon tea and cacao at The Library
Afternoon tea and Mexican chocolate tastings are served at The Library during the day.
Secret Garden spa ritual
Choose ingredients from the hotel garden for a custom body scrub and mask.
Celestial Energy treatment
Rooted in Maya cosmology, this treatment combines herbal cleansing, hot stones and moon-phase aromatherapy.
Pools
- Main Pool, Family Pool, Serenity Pool and a whirlpool.
- Air-conditioned pool cabanas, available to rent with butler service.
Beach
- White-sand beachfront with water sports at The Beach Club and a dock for boat outings.
Spa
- The St. Regis Spa offers eight treatment suites, a salon and a hot-and-cold thermal circuit, with Sothys Paris products.
- Signature treatments draw on Maya traditions, including Celestial Journey, Celestial Energy, Secret Garden and Xunan Kab, a honey-and-coconut body treatment.
Wellness
- The Athletic Center features Technogym equipment.
Kids & family
- The Family Traditions program offers activities for children.
Sports & activity
- The LUX Tennis and Recreation Club is on site.
Services
- St. Regis Signature Butler Service is included in every room category.
- Room service is available, and connecting rooms can be reserved for families.
Culture
- Plaza de la Ceiba, the central garden and event space, gathers around a ceiba tree, sacred to the Maya.
More to enjoy
- Six indoor and outdoor venues, including the Astor Ballroom and Great Lawn, offer over 50,000 sq ft for up to 600 guests.
- An Orlebar Brown boutique has been on site since December 2024.
Cancún Intl. Airport
St. Regis Kanai
Location
Kanai, Riviera Maya
Paseo Kanai 15, Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo 77730, Mexico
Cancún International Airport (CUN) is about 26–50 minutes away by road, depending on traffic.
- Playa del Carmen (5th Avenue)Playa del Carmen's pedestrian promenade, one of the local attractions near the resort.
- Xcaret Park and Xplor ParkTwo eco-parks in the surrounding area, each an easy choice for a day out.
- Cozumel and Isla MujeresTwo Caribbean islands within reach as day trips.
- Tulum and Cobá archaeological sitesTwo Maya archaeological sites in the region, a drive away rather than next door.
- Chichén Itzá and ValladolidLonger inland excursions from the resort.
- AkumalA nearby coastal attraction along the Riviera Maya.
Good to know
Before you book
The details that change a stay. We confirm each one in writing before you pay.
It is not all-inclusive: breakfast and dining are paid separately unless your rate includes them.
Private plunge pools come with specific categories only. If a pool matters to you, we book a category that guarantees one.
Restaurant opening days vary — TORO, for example, closes some weekdays. We reconfirm schedules before you travel.
Athletic Center access, cabanas and spa treatments may be charged separately.
The children's programme has changed since opening; we confirm current ages and hours for your dates.
FAQ
Questions about St. Regis Kanai
Answers from the resort's official information. Policies can change — we re-check them for your dates.
Is The St. Regis Kanai all-inclusive?
No. Restaurants are reserved individually, and breakfast at Chaya and Pik Nik is charged separately. Some rates include breakfast or dining credits, so review the inclusions of your rate.
Does every guest get butler service?
Yes. St. Regis Signature Butler Service is included in every room category at Kanai. The hotel can explain what the service includes during your stay.
How far is it from Cancún airport?
Cancún International Airport (CUN) is about 26–50 minutes away by road, depending on traffic. The resort sits between Cancún and Playa del Carmen, outside the Cancún Hotel Zone.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes. Families have connecting rooms, a family pool and the Family Traditions children's program. Jack's Club and an adults-only pool are reserved for adults.
Which rooms have a private pool?
It depends on the category, as every accommodation has either a private terrace or a plunge pool. Ground-level rooms and suites, the John Jacob Astor Suite and the St. Regis Suite with Plunge Pool feature plunge pools, so choose one of these if a pool matters to you.
Can the resort host weddings and larger events?
Yes. Six indoor and outdoor venues, including the Astor Ballroom and a Great Lawn, offer more than 50,000 sq ft of event space for up to 600 guests.
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