kontråst
📍 350 Northern Blvd Ste 102, Albany, New York, 12204
What Visitors Say
What Visitors Liked
Cold Plunge & Sauna
Kontråst offers a dedicated contrast therapy experience with private hot and cold suites featuring infrared saunas and state-of-the-art cold plunge tubs. Spa-goers describe the combination as an essential, addictive experience that leaves them feeling like a warrior and note its effectiveness in regulating the nervous system. The private suites provide a personal space for recovery, and guests frequently praise the facilities for being clean, modern, and a great alternative to personal equipment. This contrast therapy is highlighted as an integral tool for self-care.
Staff
The spa is co-owned by Meghan, who is noted for being super friendly and welcoming. Massage therapists Danielle, Audra, and Kathleen receive exceptional praise for their professional, talented, and caring approach. Guests specifically commend Danielle's magic hands, her experience as an athletic massage therapist, and her ability to provide deep tissue or Swedish massage with firm, effective pressure without causing discomfort. The entire team is recognized for their professionalism and for creating a safe, healing environment.
Atmosphere
The spa maintains a warm, serene, and inviting vibe with indirect lighting. Guests describe it as a clean, quiet, modern, and judgment-free zone that provides a beautiful and relaxing space. It is explicitly noted as a safe and welcoming space for the LGBTQIA+ community, which helps guests feel comfortable and respected during vulnerable treatments like massage. The overall energy is described as cool and the treatment suites are private.
Additional Amenities
In addition to contrast therapy and massage, the spa has plans to open a float tank, which has generated excitement among guests looking forward to returning for this future service.
What Reviewers Love
- The contrast therapy with infrared sauna and cold plunge is described as addictive, effective for nervous system regulation, and leaves guests feeling like a warrior.
- Massage therapists, particularly Danielle, receive high praise for their professional, skilled techniques that provide exceptional deep tissue and Swedish massage.
- The facilities are consistently highlighted as clean, modern, private, and housed within a warm, serene, and welcoming atmosphere.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of contrast therapy are available?
The spa offers private suites with infrared saunas and state-of-the-art cold plunge tubs for a dedicated hot-and-cold therapy experience.
Is the space welcoming to all guests?
Yes, the spa is explicitly noted as a safe, healing, and judgment-free space that welcomes everyone, including the LGBTQIA+ community, with respect.
What massage styles are offered?
The skilled massage therapists provide deep tissue, Swedish, and athletic massage, with therapists adept at applying firm, effective pressure tailored to guest needs.
