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And he promptly ignored me.

Bobby called out to his two friends, both energetic, elementary school boys close in age.

Exterior of Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

Aerial view of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai lit up at night.Credit:Nikolas Koenig/Courtesy of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

they responded, delicately weaving in between a handful of submerged lounge chairs.

It is also a little intimidating at first.

But dont let the resorts sleek surface fool you: the property is ideal for multigenerational travel.

the pool at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

Loungers around the resort pool.Nikolas Koenig/Courtesy of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

The central oasis gave the kids ample room to spread out and use their imagination with an old-school game.

Was I constantly worried about someone spilling something on the cream rugs?

Yes, but thats what the humungous outdoor terrace was for.

yoga deck at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

The yoga deck.Nikolas Koenig/Courtesy of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

Sool feels like a tasteful response.

The choice spot, in my opinion?

Accessibility

Service animals are accepted at the hotel, which has seven accessible guest rooms.

lobby at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

The plant filled resort lobby.Nikolas Koenig/Courtesy of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

(Each is named for a local flower.)

Theres also an excellent Turkish-style hammam, a differentiator for the property.

For those who like to resort hop for cocktails or dinner, you are in luck: both theSt.

Guest room at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

All three share the same beach, which felt uncrowded and well maintained.

Guest room bathroom at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

Guest room at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

Guest room bathroom at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

pool bar at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

lobby bar at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

pool bar at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

lobby bar at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

spa at Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai

The tropical pathway to the resort’s spa treatment rooms.Courtesy of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai