Indulge in some self-care and treat yourself to a luxury day out in the city centre, exploring all the wonderful ways to relax and rejuvenate your body and mind. Here are some of our suggestions - try one, a few, or all of them!
Start off with a decadent breakfast | Odettes Eatery, 90 Wellesley St
Start the day fresh with a healthy breakfast at Odettes Eatery in the lively City Works Depot precinct. This charming family-operated restaurant specialises in Mediterranean-style cuisine and proudly offers seasonal dishes with ingredients sourced from local and artisan food producers.
Get your nails done | Urban Beauty, 10 High St
After a delicious breakfast head just a few steps over to Urban Beauty's Nail bar and let their hands do all the work. Start off with a basic manicure or get a bit fancy by adding some feature nails.
Treat yourself to some retail therapy | Smith & Caughey’s, 253-261 Queen St
Now it’s time to match those nails with your outfit. Head over to the other side of Wellesley St and down into Smith & Caughey’s enchanting retail space. With the shelves stocked with new seasonal collections, putting together the perfect outfit will prove effortless.
Explore more shops in Britomart and grab some lunch | The Store, 5B Gore St
After the excitement of the morning, waltz down to Britomart and enjoy a stress-free lunch from The Store. Sit down to the delicious crushed avocado on sourdough with poached egg, tomato salsa and dukka. With a range of nutritious lunch options to give you that much needed midday boost this is a perfect time to meet a friend and chat about what’s in store for the rest of the day.
Indulge in a spa treatment | East Day Spa, SKYCITY Grand Hotel
Prepare for a night of fun by relaxing back with a spa treatment at East Day Spa, a haven of calm, wellness and beauty in the heart of the city. After your East Day Spa treatment your body will feel relaxed, your soul calm and your mind clear. This spa is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of our every day lives. Known as one of New Zealand’s largest premiere luxury day spas, there are 12 individual treatment rooms, of which 5 are double suites, a spacious relaxation area with individual pods, steam room with vichy shower, group manicure and pedicure room, and brow bar.
Watch a film | Academy Cinemas, 44 Lorne St
After a soothing massage stop by Academy Cinema located below the central library on Lorne street and check out an inspiring art house film fresh off the film festival circuit.
Enjoy some late night tapas and wines | MoVida, 52 Tyler Street
Meet a friend at Britomart and make your way over to MoVida for a setting of tapas and a few glasses of wine while you enlighten your compadre with your thoughts concerning the plot Academy Cinemas latest international film.
Have a relaxing stay in the city | QT Auckland, 4 Viaduct Harbour
Bold, sleek and very boutique, QT Auckland is the place to go if you're looking to dial up the luxury on your next stay in the city centre. With rooms and suites to suit all needs and occasions, enjoy a wonderful stay on the water's edge in the Viaduct Harbour. With so much to do in the city having a room that is central to it all where you can put your feet up at the end of the day is a must.