Nightly rates from $209
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Feb 23, 2012 Check-out: Feb 26, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
350 reviews
Romantic weekend

Classic hotel. Takes you back to a bygone era of New York Hotels. The staff was tremendous and the... See full review

  • Davey Joe
  • Jan 30, 2012
NY. City get away

Great Job . We had a great time and everything worked out well. Thanks! See full review

  • trout1
  • Jan 24, 2012
Luxury hotel on Park Avenue in Midtown draws celebrities and politicos
This Art Deco property in Midtown Manhattan is the epitome of New York elegance. The Waldorf Astoria blends classic style with modern amenities to create a truly luxurious experience. The hotel opened in 1893 and has been popular with celebrities, dignitaries and heads of state ever since. Its lobbies are richly decorated, and guests are drawn to the quietly attentive service. The hotel is near St Patrick's Cathedral, shopping on Fifth Avenue and Radio City Music Hall.
Highlights
  • Midtown location close to Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue shopping
  • Sunday brunch in Peacock Alley
  • Hotel tours
Location

Saks Fifth Avenue and the famous Magnolia Bakery are both just a short walk.

Rooms

Richly decorated rooms include flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms and triple sheeting bedding. Internet access (fees apply) is available. Suites start at 370 square feet for a Mini Suite and go up to 750- to 900-square-foot Luxury Suites with Park Avenue views.

Features

Guests have access to the hotel's 24-hour fitness center (fees apply). Steve Cohen, the "The Millionaires' Magician," performs his Chamber Magic show weekly at the hotel.

Note that the hotel suggests that guests not wear T-shirts, tank tops, cutoffs or casual hats in lobbies, restaurants and public spaces.

Dining

On-site restaurants include Peacock Alley, Bull and Bear Steakhouse and Oscar's Brasserie. Peacock Alley, in the main lobby, is a see-and-be-seen spot for breakfast, lunch, small plates and Sunday brunch. Sunday brunch features live piano music and includes a caviar station, raw bar and more than 100 gourmet desserts. Bull and Bear Steakhouse has a historic bar. The restaurant serves dinner from 5 to 11 p.m. daily with a focus on signature chops and seafood. Oscar's Brasserie is a more causal restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch daily.

Transportation
  • La Guardia Airport (25 minutes)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (35 minutes)
  • Newark International Airport (40 minutes)
  • MTA Subway B, D, F, M lines at 47-50th Street – Rockefeller Center (5 minutes walking)
Attractions
  • Grand Central Terminal (3 minutes)
  • Central Park (5 minutes walking)
  • Fifth Avenue shops (5 minutes walking)
  • Rockefeller Center (8 minutes walking)
Business
  • Business center
  • 60,000 feet of meeting space
  • 40 banquet rooms
  • Internet access (fees apply)

Hotel Map

301 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022-6897

Nearby airports
La Guardia Airport, (LGA), 13.00, W, Mile; John F. Kennedy Intl Airport, (JFK), 15.00, NW, Mile; Newark Intl Airport, (EWR), 20.00, NE, Mile

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Exercise Gym
  • Fitness center
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (350)

Ratings and reviews for The Waldorf Astoria

Overall score

4.2 / 5
350 out of 350
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.8

85% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

5
Ms. Fe C.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA
Feb 8, 2012

Affordable history and elegance!

Everything was to be expected except for one night at Harry's Bar. But one bad waitress did not ruin our experience. The Waldorf reversed the bar charges, and gave us two complimentary drinks. Right in the center of NYC, everywhere was walking distance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Rockefeller Center, upscale stores all walking distance.

Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

4
Davey Joe
Long Island, NY
Jan 30, 2012

Romantic weekend

Classic hotel. Takes you back to a bygone era of New York Hotels. The staff was tremendous and the hotel was quiet outside of our room. Don't recommend parking a car ($100 for 2 nights). Breakfast at the hotel was also $50 per person which was a surprise for us). The next day we went to a diner right by the hotel. The rooms were clean and a little outdated but we didn't mind. It is not a modern hotel. The lobby is amazing. We used the gym for free. Spa treatments were aobut $200 for a 50 minute treatment and you were not allowed to enter the spa even for a fee. You had to have a service booked. Overall a great experience. We would certainly return.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

5
trout1
Pennsylvania, USA
Jan 24, 2012

NY. City get away

Great Job . We had a great time and everything worked out well. Thanks!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

5
Emowpuddy
Ashtabula, OH 44004, USA
Jan 22, 2012

Perfect birthday getaway

Elegant! We ate at the Bull and Bear restaurant which was superb. We would go back there in a minute. I still don't know why the cost seemed so reasonable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

4
Lafrom FLA
Falmouth, ME
Jan 21, 2012

Personal wants

Great location & staff! Beautiful hotel Listed amenities included 24 hr room service but actually only breakfast service. Great room, no view

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Time-saving tip: Not Applicable

Private drivers available, not much more than cabs & more pleasurable.

Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

4
Pparker
Business
Tampa, FL, USA
Jan 17, 2012

Wonderful stay in an historic, storied hotel!

It definitely lived up to its reputation...food and wine as good as you'll find anywhere in NYC...and a lovely room. The reason we stayed there was the very low nonrefundable rate probably due to the Park Ave facade being renovated....causing absolutely no inconvenience to us...and less than lower quality hotels at the time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

5
pragmatic
Prince George's, MD, USA
Jan 15, 2012

why not the best?

ABSOLUTELY FIRST CLASS TREATMENT AND FACILITIES. A LITTLE PRICEY, BUT WORTH IT.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

1st rate room service

Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

2
Remmy
Upstate NY
Jan 10, 2012

Great name, excellent staff, mediocre room.

The staff and service live up to the reputation the Waldorf Astoria has always had. Public areas were well appointed. Nice location. The room was average at best. Chipped paint, very poor heating/AC conditions, view of the roof just soured my impression.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Everything to see was in a short distance by foot - Central Park, Museums, Rockefeller Center, Shopping.

Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

5
Hawkeye12345
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Jan 9, 2012

Perfect Classic NYC

The Waldorf was perfect for our weekend trip. The staff were pleasant and attentive. The rooms are typical NYC- on the smaller side- but well done. We didn't mind the size as we don't come to NYC to stay in the room anyway. Blocks away from central park, broadway and shopping- but away from the crowds. Perfect location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Waldorf Astoria

Reviewer score

5
AG and FG
New York, NY
Jan 5, 2012

Great luxurious stay!

We had a great time in the suite in the Waldorf Towers. The room was humongous and the staff was really courteous. It felt like the lap of luxury!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
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