Waldorf Astoria, New York Details

Property Name: Waldorf Astoria
Independent: Yes
Address: 301 Park Ave
Number of Rooms: 1,416
Number of Floors: 42
Longitude & Latitude: -73.97, 40.76
Room Types Available: Concierge King, Concierge Two Doubles, Waldorf Mini-Suite King, Waldorf Towers Mini-Suite, Waldorf Towers Suite
Bed Types Available: 1 King, 2 Doubles
Number of Photos: 132

Weekday Room Price Range: $239 to $1480
Weekend Room Price Range: $239 to $1480

Star Rating: 4.5
Average Review Rating: 4.53
Number of Customer Reviews: 827
First Customer Review Date: 10/02/2007
Last Customer Review Date: 04/22/2012

Recent Waldorf Astoria Review: "Arrived at check in around 8PM and my reservations were on record at the hotel. The front desk clerk was friendly and assigned a room on the 16th floor at the end of the hall where it was quiet. The room itself had a large bathroom and adjoining dressing room and had bathrobes available for use. The mattress and blankets were somewhat ordinary but the  cleaning woman who had just finished the room upon my arrival said that the front desk would be happy to bring additional bedding and slippers if I requested. Room service was available as were valet services like laundry, dry cleaning, and shoe shine (which I did not use). There was not much of a view from any of the three windows but the hotel is in in mid-town Manhattan so unless you're on one of the higher floors, all you will see are adjacent high rise buildings. Hot water in the shower was definitely HOT. The hotel allows pets which is nice (many hotels do not). Hotel has a dress code which simply states that a level of comportment be observed in attire in the hotel lobby. (Think business casual). There seemed to be a lot of well dressed middle aged people at the hotel restaurant. Room key is required in the hotel elevators after 6PM and before 6AM so there are security measures in place. Closest subway was 51st street (or Grand Central Station on express trains) both a short walk from the front entrance of the hotel. Times Square and Rockefeller Plaza are both within walking distance and the area around the hotel seemed safe even at night. Taxis were on standby outside the main entrance on the random occasions I checked. You should have some appreciation of history if you are considering staying at the Waldorf Astoria. Presidents celebrities and foreign dignitaries have graced this elegant hotel. If you watch the movies 'Scent of a Woman' (Al Pacino), 'Coming to America' (Eddie Murphy), and 'Serendipity' (John Cusack, Kate Beckinsale), they give fairly realistic examples of what you can expect to see and approxi"


Check-in Time: 3 PM
Check-out Time: NOON

Restaurants Near Waldorf Astoria: Kentucky Fried Chicken, Outback Steakhouse, Starbucks, Zabihah World, Burger King
Attractions Near Waldorf Astoria: Free WiFi Hotspots, Abercrombie & Fitch, Attractions, Mikomos (dating spots), Zoo
Other Hotels Near Waldorf Astoria: Alex, Lombardy, Hotel St. James, Millennium Un Plaza New York, Grand Hyatt New York
Expert Tip
Two blocks away from the Waldorf Astoria is famed Fifth Avenue, a shopper's paradise that includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center.


Notifications and Fees:

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.
  • Valet parking: US$ 50 per day

    • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    Location
    The Waldorf Astoria is a New York Art Deco landmark and icon hosting dignitaries, presidents and Hollywood celebrities since opening in 1931. The hotel is within 20 miles of La Guardia, JFK and Newark International Airports. Located in East Midtown Manhattan, this hotel is a four-block walk from the Broadway Theater District and Bloomingdale's is only nine blocks away. Occupying an entire block on prestigious Park Avenue, the Waldorf Astoria is one of the original grand hotels.

    Hotel Features
    The large, opulent lobby area has been restored to its original splendor. This extraordinary hotel offers elegant amenities to make guests feel comfortable and at home. Three on-site restaurants and one lounge serve an array of international cuisines and cocktails. Dining options include the Peacock Alley restaurant best known for its delectable Sunday brunch and fish and seafood menu. Guests can relax in the Cocktail Terrace for afternoon tea and drinks. The Waldorf Astoria features a 2,500 square-foot fitness facility (surcharge). The hotel's concierge staff speaks multiple languages and help guests obtain theater tickets and arrange transportation and babysitting. The Waldorf also houses the biggest ballroom in Manhattan and offers 40 meeting rooms, eight boutiques, a bridal salon and room service.


    Overview
    Occupying an entire city block, this Art Deco landmark is every bit the Grande Dame you would expect. The coveted Park Avenue location is just 2 blocks from Rockefeller Center and its famous ice-skating rink. After a twirl on the ice, head to Fifth Avenue, where luxury shopping includes Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany & Co., and the flagship Saks Fifth Avenue--all within a 15-minute walk of the Waldorf. If your tastes lean more toward culture than couture, the Museum of Modern Art is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. In the evening, take your pick of New York's nightlife--the latest Broadway musical, a concert or Knicks game at Madison Square Garden, or dinner at a 5-star restaurant--all just a short walk or taxi ride way.

    You'll follow in the footsteps of U.S. presidents, heads of state, socialites, and celebrities when you enter the Waldorf Astoria's opulent lobby. As you pass through the Park Avenue entrance, stop to admire the circular Art Deco floor mosaic created in 1931 by French artist Louis Rigal.

    The Waldorf's lobby is home to some of New York's most celebrated restaurants and lounges. Peacock Alley is renowned for its extravagant brunch, and Oscar's American Brasserie specializes in the Eggs Benedict--a dish, by most accounts, that was invented at this hotel. Rub elbows with the city's elite at Bull and Bear Steakhouse's mahogany bar, or sample a steak. The clubby Sir Harry's Bar serves a signature Rob Roy cocktail--also believed to have originated at the Waldorf. Room service is, of course, available 24 hours.

    If you're lucky enough to attend an event in the Grand Ballroom, you'll encounter a regal recreation of the Court Theatre in Versailles, large enough to accommodate 1,500 guests for dinner. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in the lobby and public areas. Valet parking is available for a surcharge.

    The 42-story hotel offers 1,416 Hotel Rooms and suites, and no 2 are exactly alike. At the end of a day of meetings or exploring the city sights, you'll be relieved to sink into a bed with a plush pillowtop mattress and triple sheeting. All Hotel Rooms and suites have flat-panel TVs with premium and international channels. All rooms offer high-speed Internet access (surcharge).
    Hotel Rooms
    Hotel Rooms and suites symbolize old world elegance with high ceilings, rich brocades, marble bathrooms and designer bath products, formal window treatments, crystal-and-brass lamps and triple-sheeted bedding. Amenities offered in Hotel Rooms include desks, minibars, high-speed Internet access (fee applies) and cable television. Select suites feature entry foyers and living areas.
    Dining at Waldorf Astoria

    The Waldorf Astoria's restaurants and lounges enjoy a storied past--both as prestigious New York social destinations and as the rumored birthplaces of the Rob Roy cocktail and the brunch mainstay Eggs Benedict. Savor a steak in the Bull and Bear Steakhouse, or sample Peacock Alley's famed Sunday brunch. The first hotel in the world to offer room service, the Waldorf provides it around the clock.

    Bull and Bear Steakhouse - This quintessential New York steakhouse features Prime Angus steaks and fresh seafood. The legendary mahogany bar is the rumored birthplace of the Rob Roy cocktail. Movers and shakers reserve the wine library for private dining and strategic gatherings. Open for dinner.

    Peacock Alley - The place to see and be seen, this lobby restaurant is known for its sumptuous Sunday brunch. A separate lounge features a 30-foot bar, and a private dining salon can be reserved for special events. Serving breakfast, lunch, and small plates for dinner.

    Oscar's Brasserie - This casual brasserie is named after the Waldorf's famed maitre d' Oscar Tschirky, credited with inventing the Waldorf salad. Offerings also include the (reportedly) Waldorf-invented Eggs Benedict. Open for daily breakfast and weekend lunch.

    Sir Harry's - This clubby Manhattan mainstay is located just off the lobby. Sip a Rob Roy or Waldorf Sunset at the elegant bar, or join friends around one of the lounge's checkerboard tables. Open from early afternoon until late night.

    Room service - Available 24 hours a day.

    A short guide to Midtown

    Some of NYC’s best-known landmarks are north of 14th and south of 59th—or Midtown Manhattan. Here, couples kiss atop the Empire State Building. Grand Central Station’s opal-faced clock is a famed meeting spot. While fortunes are made on Wall Street, fortunes are spent at Fifth Avenue’s shops. Other highlights include Madison Square Garden, the United Nations, and the Garment and Diamond districts.

    Recreation

    If you have energy left after shopping and touring New York, the Waldorf Astoria's 2,500-square-foot fitness facility is open 24 hours. There is a surcharge for registered guests.

    Terms & conditions

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
    Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

    Notification and fees

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.


  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per day
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 15.99 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)

    • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    Services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Parking garage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Security guard
  • Shoe shine
  • Tour assistance
  • Valet parking
  • Wedding services
  • ATM/banking
  • Beauty services
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Concierge services
  • Currency exchange
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Express Check-In
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Medical assistance available
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    Property Facts
  • Check-In time is 3 PM
  • Check-Out time is Noon
  • HHonors not eligible
  • Minimum Check-In age 21
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    Business & Event
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Banquet facilities
  • Business center
  • Business services
  • Conference room(s)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Event catering
  • Exhibit space
  • Meeting rooms (small groups)
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Technology helpdesk
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    General
  • Air-conditioned public areas;
  • Ballroom(s);
  • Bar/lounge;
  • Elevator/lift;
  • Gift shops or newsstand;
  • Number of floors: 42;
  • Number of rooms: 1,416;
  • Pool table nearby;
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel;
  • Shopping on site
    • Check-In time is 3 PM
    Check-Out time is Noon

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
    Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

    Know before you go

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
    Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

    • Winter Escapes

    Book a stay in a “Winter Escapes” rate category November 15, 2009 – March 31, 2010 for travel November 15, 2009 – March 31, 2010 and receive the following:
  • Breakfast for two
  • US$50 resort credit for two or three night stays
  • US$100 resort credit for four or five night stays
  • US$150 resort credit for six or seven night stays
  • US$200 resort credit for stays of eight nights or more
  • Complimentary one-night certificate for a future stay (must book by January 31, 2010)
    Breakfast valid for two adults per room based upon double occupancy, plus any additional paid guests in the same room. Valid in designated resort restaurants only and does not include in-room dining. Taxes and gratuities not included. Activity Credits are per room, per stay. Credit will be applied at time of checkout. Final credit value will be based upon total nights consumed. Credit can be applied towards all hotel charges except room rate, corresponding taxes and resort fees. Offer is not combinable with other promotions, packages, negotiated/qualified rate plans or bonus offers. Credit is not transferable and cannot be used towards future stay. Unused portions of the credit will be forfeited and not reimbursed for cash. Free night certificate is valid for a stay with a minimum of three paid nights at participating hotels from May 1, 2010 - December 20, 2010. Advance reservations required. Free room night cannot be combined with other offers and not applicable to previous reservations or group bookings. Free Room Night applies to one night's room rate and tax only, in the same room type, and does not include incidental charges or gratuities. All offers subject to availability. Blackout dates may apply.