Waldorf Astoria New York

Date: Thursday, March 5th, 2026 for one night Room Type: TWO DOUBLES ROOM Price: STANDARD ROOM REWARD or 150,000 Points per Night Room Number: 1450 Hilton Loyalty Status: Diamond Time Arrived: around 11:30am Room Ready: around 1:30pm Normal Check In Time: 4pm Checked Out: around 1pm Normal Check Out Time: 12 noon A friend and I were staying an extra night in NYC and had to switch hotels. I had a free night certificate I hadn't used yet. When an award night opened up with two beds, I thought I might as well book our last night here. I did look up the cost and the lowest rate ran $1514 for the one night. Note - I do get complimentary upgrades from time to time due to status. I did not get one this time. Tho I did get the food and beverage credit of $25 x2 people = $50 for going to Peacock Alley. I let them know we were celebrating my friend's birthday beforehand. They were so sweet. Left us a half bottle of bubbles and a chocolate cake in our sitting area. And a sweet personalized note as well. I do adore little touches like that. Plus there's a coffee station with pods and tea bags you can use in room to pair with the treats. The space was pretty large for a standard room - both the living area and the bathroom. Tho I think the closet was pretty small and weirdly designed. There were drawers about half way down from the clothing rail, so if you had a full length anything, you wouldn't be able to hang it up. The bathroom was huge as well and had both a tub and a stand up shower. Honestly, we didn't spend much time in the room. And we were here only one night, so not much else say. When we arrived, the tour we got was pretty cool. Our guide (I guess that's what you could call him) talked about the history and the renovation. It was nice. Plus we got complimentary bottles of water which were reusable. It was also a rainy day, so umbrellas were provided. Everything we needed was just an ask away. Amazing hotel. I stayed at the Marriott version of this spot a few years ago when they were doing construction. Horrible experience. I found the Waldorf so much better. If you are paying these prices for one night, I believe you should feel at least a lil spoiled. I think the Waldorf delivers the moment you walk in.

If you’re considering staying at the Waldorf Astoria in NYC, it is everything you think it will be—and more. From the moment you arrive, everything feels elevated. The hotel itself is stunning, and the rooms are beautifully designed with a perfect balance of classic luxury and modern amenities. The location is also ideal—within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and Grand Central, yet tucked away and quiet when you need a break. What truly sets this property apart, though, is the service. The staff goes above and beyond in a way that feels genuine and personal—not scripted. They don’t just meet expectations; they anticipate them. The staff is professional but also genuinely warm and cheerful—it’s honestly refreshing to be somewhere where people seem happy to be there, and you can feel that throughout your stay. During this particular visit, we were welcomed with handwritten notes and custom-designed cupcakes to celebrate a college acceptance. These thoughtful, personalized touches made us feel incredibly valued as guests. It’s those small gestures that turn a great hotel into an unforgettable experience. The Waldorf Astoria has completely raised the bar for me. It’s the kind of place that makes it very hard to stay anywhere else once you’ve experienced it. If you’re debating whether it’s worth it—the answer is yes.

I was fortunate to spend a night at the Waldorf for my birthday. The hotel is beautiful and everything is intentionally done. I travel frequently and can say unequivocally that this was the nicest hotel I have ever stayed at. The location is very close to everything and is perfect for exploring. The room was beyond my expectations and very large by NYC standards. The bed was extremely comfortable and the hotel had decorated for my birthday which was so unexpected but lovely. I booked a massage at the spa and it was also 5 ⭐️. The spa facilities are beautiful and so relaxing. Make sure you get there early to take advantage of the view! While I didn’t get the opportunity to visit the Waldorf before this reopening, I can’t imagine that it has lost any of the grandeur that it was known for. Every staff that I encountered from the doormen, to the front desk, to the servers at Lex Yard were professional and kind. Ask for Serena in the Spa for your massage! I will be back as soon as I can.

Of all the luxury hotels in which I’ve stayed in the world, the Waldorf Astoria in NYC gave us the very best service, every staff member one comes across, they jump in to serve you in the most gracious way. The concierge service felt like our very own personal concierge. The new rooms are gorgeous, as are all the spaces…that magnificent old world beauty, totally shining after the long renovation.

Had a wonderful 2 night stay! The hotel is absolutely gorgeous! The staff were all top notch and ensured we had a great stay. We wish we had a few more days to enjoy the hotel. Our room was clean, very comfortable and beautifully appointed. The hotel has great dining options. We enjoyed the hotel bar. It is a relaxing and enjoyable place to enjoy a drink. We ate breakfast at Lex Yards. Hope, who waited on us both mornings was wonderful! We were especially impressed she remembered our kid’s names the second morning when we arrived for breakfast. We will definitely be back! Thank you Waldorf for making our stay so wonderful!