From the moment I enter the Cordis Auckland lobby, I know I’m in for a stylish stay. Welcoming me to New Zealand’s grandest hotel is an impressive bronze and crystal chandelier, gleaming overhead and adding a touch of French flair to the sleek modern interiors, designed by acclaimed New Zealand architecture firm Jasmax.
The 17-storey Pinnacle Tower I’m staying in is an addition to the Cordis Auckland, and part of a recent $170-million hotel upgrade. While it shares the same address as the Cordis, the tower – home to 244 luxury rooms and signature suites styled by Space
