/ December 11, 2024
The Telegraph: Tried, Tested & Recommended

Abstract Hotel Review 9/10 Telegraph expert rating   “Finally, a good accommodation option within spitting distance of Auckland’s hip Karangahape Road. The new Abstract Hotel brings cool facilities, slick dark interiors and affordable prices. All this is set in...

/ December 11, 2024
World Luxury Spa

World Luxury Spa When you think of the world’s luxury spas, certain names come to mind like Aman, Six Senses, The Ritz-Carlton and Waldorf Astoria.. All have been recognised by the World Luxury Spa Awards.I’ve visited several over time...

/ November 10, 2024
Tailored to your wellbeing

Traditional Thai massage with a personal touch No two bodies are alike, and that’s why every Thai massage we offer is carefully tailored to your specific needs. My passion for traditional Thai massage stems from its unique ability to...

/ October 17, 2024
Get the most out of Thai Massage

Tips on getting the most out of thai massage The benefits of Thai massages are many: · reduces stress and anxiety by lowering cortisol · promotes relaxation by activating the parasympathetic nervous system · relieves muscle tension by releasing...

/ September 22, 2024
Sa-Ni: Thai Massage

What makes Thai massage different? While massage helps relax body and mind, Thai massage, or Nuad Thai, is different. It aims to heal rather than provide gentle relaxation. The clinical benefits of Thai massage include reducing pain and muscle...

/ September 22, 2024
Winter Wellbeing

Sarisa Nasinprom is the Co-Founder and Director of Sa-Ni Massage & Spa, in the newly opened Abstract Hotel in Upper Queen Street.​ Winter can be wonderful when you’re wrapped snugly in layers of warm clothing or relaxing in a...

/ September 15, 2024
Alla Prossima: Whatever you do, don’t skip the tiramisu

Gabriele Marangoni’s tiramisu features savoiardi finger biscuits soaked in coffee and amaretto liqueur, Amaretti biscuits, and two layers of mascarpone custard, with coffee beans and a light cocoa dusting on top – RICKY WILSON / STUFF Tiramisu might now...

/ July 3, 2024
Gabriele Marangoni Lands New Role

AUCKLAND | Gabriele Marangoni has introduced his Italian culinary skills to Auckland’s latest hotel kitchen.Much-admired Italian chef, Gabriele Marangoni, has taken on the role of Executive Chef at Alla Prossima, a new restaurant specialising in Emiliano-Romagnola cuisine. The restaurant sits...

/ April 30, 2024
This new hotel offers Auckland’s best massage

In this day and age, having two-and-a-half daytime hours to do sweet nothing is a luxury in itself. In this day and age, having two-and-a-half daytime hours to do sweet nothing is a luxury in itself. Spending those two-and-a-half...

/ April 22, 2024
Room review: Abstract Auckland could be the city’s coolest – and best-value – new hotel

When you hear a “chic New York-style hotel” has opened with such features as a glass-roofed ‘Winter Garden’, a luxe lounge with a carefully curated library, and a co-working space that doubles as a gallery for local artworks, you...

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