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Waldorf Astoria New York

Name: Waldorf Astoria New York
Address: 301 Park Avenue, New York City, NY 10022, New York City, United States
Price range: $$$$ ($1,515/night and up)
Rating: 4.9

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Waldorf Astoria New York

New York City • Midtown • OVER THE TOP

avg. $1,515 / night

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Free breakfast

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At a glance

The restored 1931 Waldorf Astoria preserves 62,000 sq ft of original Art Deco interiors and landmarked spaces.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts and Art Deco collectors

Highlights:

1931 Schultze & Weaver landmark restored by SOM
62,000 sq ft of original Art Deco interiors preserved
Pierre-Yves Rochon rooms with brass hardware and pale stone

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PB hotel design editorial

Eight years of scaffolding, two billion dollars, and one of the most closely watched restorations in American architectural history — and now 301 Park Avenue is whole again. The Waldorf Astoria New York, designed in 1931 by Schultze & Weaver and reopened in July 2025, has always been more civic monument than simple hotel, and the scale of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill's intervention honors exactly that weight. SOM preserved approximately 62,000 square feet of landmarked interiors, returning the Park Avenue Lobby's 'Wheel of Life' mosaic floor, the Grand Ballroom, and Peacock Alley to their original Art Deco authority. The lobby photographs confirm what the drawings promised: those richly veined dark marble columns still anchor the room, the famous gilded clock holds court beside a grand piano, and a luminous cherry-blossom bar backdrop gives the space just enough contemporary warmth without tipping into pastiche. Pierre-Yves Rochon handled the hotel interiors — 375 guest rooms spread across floors seven through fifteen — and the rooms show his characteristic discipline: pale stone headboard panels, brass hardware, upholstered X-bench stools, and layered neutrals that feel quietly confident rather than anonymous. The restaurant rendering suggests a softer register: fluted ivory columns, moss-green velvet seating, globe chandeliers on brass armatures, and Verde Guatemala marble underfoot, a palette that draws from the building's Art Deco DNA while breathing at a more contemporary frequency. Jean-Louis Deniot claims the 372 residences above, completing a tower that now contains two distinct but related worlds.

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Reimagined from sidewalk to spire, Waldorf Astoria New York is set to reignite its magnetic allure. This Midtown Manhattan jewel ushers in a new era of luxury with an unmatched reputation for impeccable service. Discover exquisite rooms, suites, and residences alongside sophisticated dining and event venues embodying the dynamic spirit of New York City.

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Waldorf Astoria New York Reviews

135 reviews

"Well served with their recent renovation - stylish, great art deco themed lobby lounge - but expensive .....very expensive. Evening cocktail light jazz works well. Can get crowded and reserved for hotel guests only"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 21, 2026

"Wonderful hotel, of course. The absolute highlight was Alejandria, concierge. She helped me booking the right restaurant for a date with a very special person I hadn’t seen in 30 years."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 18, 2026

"Tseten LHEMA ( Tamara ) has been amazing! She anticipated everything and was v meticulous. The hotel is fabulous!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 17, 2026

"This hotel is not just the best in NY but probably one of the best in North America and amongst the best in the world. Hard product is amaaazing - lobby area, rooms, suites, elevators, everything. Modernized while retaining all the history and historical architecture and elements. What makes this one of THE BEST though is the service - Everywhere. Front desk, Bell Men, Peacock Alley, the Japanese restaurant, Housekeeping. Everyone was super warm and genuinely wanted to provide not great but amazing service."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 15, 2026

"Wow, I don't even know where to begin. Starting with online check-in, as a Diamond, I could pick a Jr Suite from the property map on the app...I have never been able to select an upgraded room like that before in all my time as a Hilton customer. Room wasn't quite ready when I arrived around 2PM which was fine, I hung out in the beautiful lobby getting some work done while on the super comfy couch and a little people watching. The Jr Suite itself was pristine, nice view of Park Avenue and huge by NYC standards. Shower area was absolutely huge. Welcome amenity was amazing (mix of chocolate and desserts) and honestly was not expecting it at all. Visit to the gym and it was pristine and very spacious. Not an "abundance" of equipment per se but there was a nice variety and considering the size and clientele of the hotel, it probably never gets super full. Breakfast was fantastic as well down in Lex Yard, I forgot my server's name (she had a very unique one) but she was simply amazing and so sweet. Was also granted a 2PM check-out with 0 hassle via the chat function (and housekeeping did not knock on my door before that time which was much appreciated). This WA definitely sets the standards for all WA in the U.S. and is definitely the best one I've stayed in the U.S."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 13, 2026

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