The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai is a hotel destination wedding venue in Q.R., Mexico, hosting 20 to 500 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Cancun International Airport (CUN), 30 minutes. Best months: February, March, April, May.
The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai
Guests arrive at a contemporary beachfront resort where floor-to-ceiling windows frame unobstructed Caribbean views, and every moment, from cocktail hour on private terraces to dancing under stars, unfolds against the Riviera Maya's turquoise shoreline.
About The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai
Guests arrive at a contemporary beachfront resort where floor-to-ceiling windows frame unobstructed Caribbean views, and every moment, from cocktail hour on private terraces to dancing under stars, unfolds against the Riviera Maya's turquoise shoreline.
The EDITION at Kanai operates as a full-service hotel venue, meaning your wedding party and guests stay steps from ceremony and reception spaces, eliminating travel friction.
Modern architecture meets coastal luxury across 14 acres of carefully designed grounds where 500+ rooms give you total control over the wedding weekend experience.
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The Edition Riviera Maya is simply incredible. Service: The staff is as good as it gets for a world class luxury property. They are attentive, proactive and everywhere.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CUN, 30 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 500+ on-site guest rooms ensure wedding parties and families stay within the venue ecosystem
- Direct beach access with private event terraces overlooking the Caribbean Sea
- 14-acre property with multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception spaces accommodating 20–500+ guests
- Marriott Bonvoy integration offers points earning and elite benefits for multi-night bookings
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks on pool deck
- 6:00 PMRehearsal on ceremony terrace
- 7:30 PMRehearsal dinner at beachfront restaurant
- 10:00 AMBridal prep in suite; groom's party in adjacent space
- 3:00 PMCeremony begins on oceanfront terrace
- 4:00 PMCocktail hour; beach lawn games and photos
- 6:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in main ballroom with ocean views
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch (optional) before guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CUN · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Cancun International Airport.
- Typical total
- $35,000–100,000+Aisle estimate
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$35,000–$100,000+ USD (100-guest wedding over 2–3 nights; includes rooms for 50 guests, ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner)
- Ceremony fee
- $2,500–5,000Aisle estimate
USD (venue rental, setup, coordination)
- Reception
- $150–300 a headAisle estimate
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$150–$300 USD (food, beverage, service; varies by menu tier)
- Room rate
- $300–800 a nightAisle estimate
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$300–$800 USD (room rates vary by season and category)
- Weather window
- February – May
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 984 122 4999
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Group room blocks are negotiable. Wedding packages and all-inclusive options are customizable; request formal proposal from venue coordinator.
Questions about the venue
Can we have an all-inclusive wedding package?+
The EDITION offers à la carte event pricing. Rooms, food, beverage, and services are quoted separately. Working with their wedding coordinator allows bundling to create package-like structures tailored to your guest count and preferences.
What's the weather like for a destination wedding here?+
Playa del Carmen enjoys warm weather year-round (75–88°F). November–April offers the most pleasant conditions with lower humidity.
Do guests need a passport?+
U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport. Mexico does not currently require a visa for U.S./Canadian tourists staying under 180 days. Check current travel advisories before booking.
Are there wedding planner recommendations?+
The venue has an in-house wedding team and works regularly with local planners. Many destination wedding specialists based in Playa del Carmen have existing relationships with the property.
What transportation options exist for arriving guests?+
Cancun International Airport (CUN) is 30 minutes away via car. The resort can arrange airport transfers, or guests can book private car services, shuttles, or rent vehicles independently.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.