History of Waldorf Astoria New York in Timeline
The Waldorf Astoria New York is a 47-story Art Deco landmark hotel and condominium residence located in Midtown Manhattan. Designed by Schultze and Weaver and completed in 1931, it was the world's tallest hotel until 1957. A symbol of luxury and prestige, it's operated by Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, a division of Hilton Hotels, which has expanded the brand globally. Both the exterior and interior are designated New York City landmarks, solidifying its architectural and cultural significance.
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1904: Competition From Newer Hotels
In 1904, The Waldorf Astoria faced competition from newer hotels in New York City such as the Hotel Astor and St. Regis.
1906: Competition From Newer Hotels
In 1906, The Waldorf Astoria faced competition from newer hotels in New York City such as the Knickerbocker.
1914: Publication of "Drinks" by Jacques Straub
In 1914, Jacques Straub, a wine steward and friend of Oscar Tschirky, wrote "Drinks", which covered the first hotel's notable recipes.
1925: Publication of Story of the Waldorf
In 1925, Edward Hungerford's biography, "Story of the Waldorf", was published in New York by G. P. Putnam's Sons.
1927: Sir Harry Johnston Dies
British Sir Harry Johnston, the namesake of Sir Harry's Bar, died in 1927.
1927: Competition From Newer Hotels
In 1927, The Waldorf Astoria faced competition from newer hotels in New York City such as the Savoy-Plaza Hotel.
1928: Nuts Added to Waldorf Salad Recipe
By 1928, nuts had been added to the Waldorf salad recipe when it appeared in The Rector Cook Book, an addition to Oscar Tschirky's original recipe.
May 3, 1929: Closure of the Original Waldorf-Astoria
On May 3, 1929, the original Waldorf-Astoria closed its doors and was soon demolished after the Astor family sold the hotel to the developers of the Empire State Building.
October 1929: Hotel Waldorf-Astoria Corporation Obtained Lease
In October 1929, the Hotel Waldorf-Astoria Corporation obtained a 26-year lease from New York Central and placed an $11 million first mortgage on the site for the new hotel.
1929: Demolition of the Original Waldorf-Astoria
In 1929, the original Waldorf-Astoria, which had been built in two stages in the 1890s, was demolished to make way for the construction of the Empire State Building.
March 24, 1930: First Steel Column Installation
On March 24, 1930, the first steel column in the new Waldorf Astoria New York hotel was installed, marking a significant step in its construction.
October 22, 1930: Hotel's Steel Frame Topped Out
On October 22, 1930, the steel frame of the Waldorf Astoria New York hotel topped out, reaching 625 feet (191 m) above street level.
February 4, 1931: Last Stone Installation
On February 4, 1931, the last stone on the Waldorf Astoria's facade was installed at a ceremony.
October 1, 1931: Grand Opening of the New Waldorf Astoria
On October 1, 1931, the new Waldorf Astoria New York opened on Park Avenue, between 49th and 50th streets, becoming the tallest and largest hotel in the world at the time. The opening was broadcast on the radio by President Herbert Hoover.
1931: Old Waldorf Bar Days Publication
In 1931, Albert Stevens Crockett wrote "Old Waldorf Bar Days" during Prohibition and the construction of the current hotel.
1931: The Good Earth best selling novel
In 1931, Pearl S. Buck's novel 'The Good Earth' was the best selling novel in the United States.
1931: Completion of the Waldorf Astoria
In 1931, the 47-story Art Deco Waldorf Astoria New York was completed. Designed by Schultze and Weaver, the building at 301 Park Avenue became a landmark.
1931: Women Hired as Chefs
In 1931, the Waldorf Astoria became the first major hotel in the world to hire women as chefs.
August 3, 1932: Literary World Honors Pearl S. Buck
On August 3, 1932, approximately 200 people representing "the cream of New York's literary world" attended the Waldorf Astoria to honor Pearl S. Buck, the author of "The Good Earth", which was the best-selling novel in the United States in 1931 and 1932.
1934: "You're the Top" Released
Cole Porter's song "You're the Top", released in 1934, contains the lyric, "You're the top, you're a Waldorf salad".
1934: Publication of The Old Waldorf Astoria Bar Book
In 1934, Albert Stevens Crockett wrote "The Old Waldorf Astoria Bar Book", which included nearly 150 more recipes, mostly Cuban and Jamaican, after the repeal of the Volstead Act.
1934: Tschirky Publishes 100 Famous Cocktails
In 1934, Oscar Tschirky compiled "100 Famous Cocktails", a selection of favorites from Crockett's books.
1935: Carlos P. Romulo Occupies Suite 3600
From 1935 onwards, Carlos P. Romulo, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines and member of the UN, had suite 3600 in the Waldorf Astoria.
1935: Recipes Created Since 1935 Included in a Book
Recipes created since 1935 at the Waldorf Astoria were included in a book
1939: Waldorf-Astoria Begins Operating at a Profit
In 1939, the Waldorf-Astoria finally began operating at a profit.
1940: James Farley Occupies Suites
From 1940, Postmaster General James Farley occupied two adjoining suites in the current Waldorf Astoria during his tenure as the chairman of the board of Coca-Cola's International division.
1941: Zsa Zsa Gabor Marries Conrad Hilton
In 1941, Zsa Zsa Gabor married Conrad Hilton.
1944: Herbert Hoover Moves into the Waldorf Astoria
After his wife died in 1944, former U.S. President Herbert Hoover moved into the Waldorf Astoria, where he lived for 20 years.
February 20, 1945: Lucius Boomer Elected Chairman
On February 20, 1945, Lucius Boomer was elected chairman of the board of the Waldorf-Astoria Corporation.
1945: Week-End at the Waldorf film
In 1945, the Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movie "Week-End at the Waldorf", which featured Ginger Rogers and an all-star cast. Parts of the film were shot on location at the hotel itself.
March 15, 1946: Winston Churchill Dinner
On March 15, 1946, Winston Churchill attended a welcoming dinner at the Waldorf Astoria New York given by Governor Thomas E. Dewey.
June 1946: Fundraising Dinner
In June 1946, a relatively "small dinner" attended by some 50 people raised over $250,000 at the Waldorf Astoria New York.
December 12, 1946: Big Four Conference Concluded
From November 4 to December 12, 1946, the Big Four Conference was held in Jørgine Boomer's apartment on the 37th floor of the Towers at the Waldorf Astoria New York.
July 1947: Death of Lucius Boomer
Lucius Boomer, chairman of the board of the Waldorf-Astoria Corporation, died in July 1947.
November 24, 1947: Waldorf Statement
On November 24, 1947, 48 prominent figures of the Hollywood film industry met at the Waldorf Astoria New York and discussed what would become the Waldorf Statement, banning people with Communist beliefs or tendencies from the Hollywood film industry.
June 21, 1948: Introduction of the LP Record
On June 21, 1948, a press conference at the Waldorf Astoria New York introduced the LP record.
March 1949: Controversial World Peace Conference
In March 1949, the Waldorf Astoria hosted the controversial World Peace Conference, playing a role in world politics and the Cold War era.
October 12, 1949: Conrad Hilton Acquired Management Rights
On October 12, 1949, Conrad Hilton acquired management rights to the Waldorf Astoria New York hotel.
1949: Waldorf World Peace Conference
From March 27 to 29, 1949, the Cultural and Scientific Conference for World Peace, known as the Waldorf World Peace Conference, was held at the Waldorf Astoria, addressing Cold War tensions.
1949: Double Hyphen Introduction
In 1949, Conrad Hilton changed the sign to a double hyphen when he purchased the Waldorf Astoria New York hotel. The double hyphen visually represents "Peacock Alley", the hallway between the two hotels that once stood where the Empire State building now stands today.
1951: Publication of "Bottoms Up" by Ted Saucier
Hotel publicist Ted Saucier wrote "Bottoms Up" in 1951, which was a compendium of popular, national recipes of the day.
1952: Jean MacArthur Moves into the Waldorf Astoria
In 1952, General MacArthur's widow, Jean MacArthur, moved into the Waldorf Astoria.
1952: April in Paris Ball Established
In 1952, the April in Paris Ball, a gala event to improve Franco-American relations, was established at the Waldorf Astoria by banquet manager Claude Philippe.
1953: Publication of Confessions of a Grand Hotel: The Waldorf-Astoria
In 1953, Horace Sutton's biography, "Confessions of a Grand Hotel: The Waldorf-Astoria", was published in New York by Henry Holt.
1954: Linda Lee Thomas Dies
In 1954, Cole Porter's wife, Linda Lee Thomas, died in their apartment in the Waldorf Towers.
1954: Negotiation of Dead Sea Scrolls Purchase
In 1954, Israeli statesman Yigael Yadin secretly met with Archbishop Mar Samuel in the Waldorf Astoria's basement to negotiate the purchase of four Dead Sea Scrolls for Israel.
1954: Lester Lanin Orchestra Performs at Debutante Ball
Since 1954, the musical entertainment at the International Debutante Ball has traditionally been provided by the musicians of the Lester Lanin Orchestra.
December 13, 1955: American Theatre Wing's First Night Ball
On December 13, 1955, George Lang helped organize the American Theatre Wing's First Night Ball at the Waldorf Astoria New York to celebrate Helen Hayes's 50th year in show business.
1955: Marilyn Monroe Stays at the Hotel
In 1955, Marilyn Monroe and her husband Arthur Miller stayed at the Waldorf Astoria for several months.
October 21, 1957: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Visit
On October 21, 1957, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip stayed at the Waldorf Astoria during their first visit to America, and a banquet was held in their honor in the Grand Ballroom.
1959: Guy Lombardo's New Year's Eve Broadcasts
By 1959, the Waldorf Astoria New York became the annual host for live New Year's Eve broadcasts by Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians Orchestra.
1959: April in Paris Ball Last Hosted
In 1959, the April in Paris Ball was hosted for the last time at the Waldorf Astoria.
1961: Kenneth Creates Jacqueline Kennedy's Bouffant
In 1961, Kenneth, famed for creating Jacqueline Kennedy's bouffant hairstyle, gained significant recognition. He later moved his salon to the Waldorf Astoria in 1992.
May 6, 1963: Time Magazine's 40th Anniversary
On May 6, 1963, Time magazine celebrated its 40th anniversary at the Waldorf Astoria, with approximately 1,500 celebrities in attendance.
1964: Herbert Hoover dies
In 1964, former U.S. President Herbert Hoover died at the Waldorf Astoria, where he had lived since 1944.
1965: Maurice Chevalier's Last Appearance
In 1965, Maurice Chevalier performed at the Waldorf Astoria's Grand Ballroom in what would be his last appearance.
1967: Dwight D. Eisenhower Moves into the Waldorf Astoria
In 1967, former president Dwight D. Eisenhower lived at the Waldorf Astoria.
1968: The Who Banned From The Waldorf Astoria
In 1968, the British rock band The Who checked into the Waldorf Astoria and were reportedly banned for life. This ban was later lifted for their 1990 performance at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction at the hotel.
1969: Arno Schmidt Appointed Executive Chef
In 1969, Arno Schmidt, who is Austrian, was appointed as the executive chef of the Waldorf Astoria.
1969: Dwight D. Eisenhower Dies
In 1969, former president Dwight D. Eisenhower died while living at the Waldorf Astoria.
1970: The Out-of-Towners film
In 1970, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movie "The Out-of-Towners".
March 1971: Louis Armstrong's Last Performance
In March 1971, Louis Armstrong performed at the Waldorf Astoria for two weeks, marking his last performance.
1972: Hilton Hotels Corporation Buys the Hotel
In 1972, the Hilton Hotels Corporation acquired the Waldorf Astoria outright from Penn Central, the successor to New York Central.
1973: Explorer's Club Feast
In 1973, the Explorer's Club devoured hippo meat, a 4-foot alligator, a baby shark, an amberjack tuna, a boa, wild boar hams, 480 pieces of breaded-fried cod tongues and cheeks, antelope steaks, two boxes of Chinese rabbit, and 20 pounds of rattlesnake at a feast in the Waldorf Astoria.
November 1974: Farouk Kaddoumi Visit
In November 1974, the Waldorf Astoria was placed on high alert when Palestinian Fatah party leader Farouk Kaddoumi arrived at the hotel from John F. Kennedy International Airport under heavy security.
November 1975: Yasser Arafat Stays at the Waldorf
In November 1975, despite the hotel staff's wishes, the US government insisted that PLO leader Yasser Arafat stay at the Waldorf Astoria during his visit to America, which resulted in increased security measures.
1975: George Lang Awarded Hotelman of the Year
In 1975, restaurateur George Lang received the Hotelman of the Year Award.
1976: James Farley Dies
In 1976, James Farley, who had been living at the Waldorf Astoria since 1940, died.
1976: Heads of State Invited to the Hotel
In 1976, during the Bicentennial year, the Waldorf Astoria hosted most of the heads of state from around the world and all of the Kings and Queens of Europe, also serving the presidential candidates in the run up to the elections.
1976: End of Guy Lombardo's New Year's Eve Broadcasts
In 1976, the live New Year's Eve broadcasts by Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians Orchestra from the Waldorf Astoria New York came to an end.
1979: Frank Sinatra Leases the Cole Porter Suite
Between 1979 and 1988, Frank Sinatra paid nearly $1 million a year to keep the Cole Porter Suite as his suite at the hotel when out of Los Angeles.
1979: Frank Sinatra Kept a Suite
From 1979 until 1988, Frank Sinatra kept a suite at the Waldorf Astoria New York.
1979: Arno Schmidt leaves Executive Chef Post
In 1979, Arno Schmidt left the position of executive chef, which he had held for ten years.
1980: Sinatra Filming The First Deadly Sin
Frank Sinatra took over part of the hotel during the filming of The First Deadly Sin in 1980.
August 12, 1981: IBM Unveils Personal Computer
On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced its Personal Computer at a press conference held at the Waldorf Astoria.
1981: NASCAR Sprint Cup Awards Banquet
From 1981 to 2008, the NASCAR Sprint Cup end-of-season awards banquet was held annually at the Waldorf Astoria, primarily in the Grand Ballroom.
1983: Elizabeth Taylor Honored at Friars Club Dinner
In 1983, Elizabeth Taylor was honored at the Friars Club dinner held at the Waldorf Astoria.
1983: Grand Ballroom Decorative Scheme
Since 1983, the Grand Ballroom has been painted in a champagne-colored palette with silver and gold accents, although it has had several decorative schemes over the years.
1984: Broadway Danny Rose film
In 1984, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movie "Broadway Danny Rose".
1984: Shield Moved to Alexis Restaurant
In 1984, a shield that once belonged to the Waldorf Astoria was moved to the Alexis restaurant on W. Franklin Street.
1985: NBA Draft Lottery at the Waldorf
In 1985, the National Basketball Association held its first-ever draft lottery between non-playoff teams at the Starlight Roof of the Waldorf Astoria.
1986: Main Lobby Renovation
In 1986, as part of a $150 million renovation project, the main lobby of the Waldorf Astoria was renovated, and the hotel was downsized from 1,800 to 1,700 rooms.
1986: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies
Since 1986, most of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies have been held in the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria.
1988: End of Frank Sinatra's residency at the Cole Porter Suite
Between 1979 and 1988, Frank Sinatra paid nearly $1 million a year to keep the Cole Porter Suite as his suite at the hotel when out of Los Angeles, however, it ended in 1988
1988: Frank Sinatra Leaves Waldorf Astoria
In 1988, Frank Sinatra ended his stay at the Waldorf Astoria, having kept a suite at the hotel since 1979.
1988: Coming to America film
In 1988, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movie "Coming to America".
1990: The Who Perform at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction
In 1990, The Who, who had previously been banned from the hotel, were allowed to visit and perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony held at the Waldorf Astoria.
1990: Kenneth's Salon Fire
In 1990, a fire destroyed Kenneth's hairdressing and beauty salon on 19 East 54th Street, leading him to move the salon to the Waldorf Astoria in 1992.
1991: Sinatra Incident at Sir Harry's Bar
In 1991, Frank Sinatra, while drinking at Sir Harry's Bar, had an altercation with a fan after being asked for an autograph.
1992: Kenneth's Salon Moves to the Waldorf
In 1992, Kenneth, a celebrity hairdresser, moved his hairdressing and beauty salon to the Waldorf Astoria after a fire in 1990 destroyed his shop on 19 East 54th Street.
1992: Scent of a Woman film
In 1992, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movie "Scent of a Woman".
January 1993: NYC Landmark Designation
In January 1993, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission designated the exterior of the Waldorf Astoria as a New York City landmark, protecting it from demolition or significant alterations without the LPC's approval.
1993: 100th Anniversary of the Original Hotel
In 1993, on the 100th anniversary of the original hotel, a publication noted the Waldorf-Astoria's prestige and its popularity among presidents, royalty, and celebrities.
1994: The Cowboy Way film
In 1994, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movie "The Cowboy Way".
1999: Random Hearts, Analyze This, and For Love of the Game films
In 1999, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movies "Random Hearts", "Analyze This", and "For Love of the Game".
2000: Jean MacArthur Dies
In 2000, Jean MacArthur, General MacArthur's widow, died at the Waldorf Astoria, where she had lived since 1952.
May 27, 2001: Armenian Church Banquet
On May 27, 2001, the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America held a grand banquet at the Waldorf Astoria to celebrate the 1700th anniversary of Armenia's conversion to Christianity, featuring Ambassador Edward Djerejian as the guest speaker.
2001: Serendipity and The Royal Tenenbaums films
In 2001, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movies "Serendipity" and "The Royal Tenenbaums".
2002: Maid in Manhattan, Two Weeks Notice, and Catch Me If You Can films
In 2002, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movies "Maid in Manhattan", "Two Weeks Notice", and "Catch Me If You Can".
May 7, 2004: MGM Press Conference for The Pink Panther
On May 7, 2004, MGM held a press conference at the Waldorf Astoria to discuss Steve Martin's "The Pink Panther", a film in the "Pink Panther" series.
2004: Hotel Launches Art Deco Product Line
In 2004, the Waldorf Astoria launched a line of products reflecting its Art Deco design aesthetic.
2005: End of the Century and Mr. and Mrs. Smith films
In 2005, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movies "End of the Century" and "Mr. and Mrs. Smith".
2006: Launch of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
In 2006, Hilton launched Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, a brand named after the Waldorf Astoria New York. Branches were established in various locations in the U.S. and internationally. Hilton also considered opening a new Waldorf Astoria hotel on the Las Vegas Strip that year.
2006: The Pink Panther and The Hoax films
In 2006, The Waldorf Astoria served as a filming location for the movies "The Pink Panther" and "The Hoax".
2007: Filming Location for Fox Business Happy Hour
In 2007, the Bull and Bear Steak House became the filming location for Fox Business Happy Hour, presented live between 5 and 6 pm.
September 1, 2008: Waldorf Astoria Guerlain Spa Inauguration
On September 1, 2008, the $21.5 million Waldorf Astoria Guerlain Spa was inaugurated on the 19th floor of the hotel, featuring 16 treatment rooms and two relaxation lounges.
2008: Final NASCAR Sprint Cup Awards Banquet
From 1981 to 2008, the NASCAR Sprint Cup end-of-season awards banquet was held annually at the Waldorf Astoria, primarily in the Grand Ballroom. 2008 was the last year the event was held there.
2008: Opening of Guerlain and Spa Chakra Spa
In 2008, the Waldorf Astoria opened the Guerlain and Spa Chakra, Inc. spa as part of the Waldorf Astoria Collection.
2009: Waldorf Astoria and Towers Room Count
In 2009, the Waldorf Astoria and Towers had a total of 1,416 rooms, including rooms and suites in both the main hotel and the Waldorf Towers.
2009: Discontinuation of the Double Hyphen
In 2009, the parent company Hilton discontinued the use of the double hyphen in the Waldorf Astoria name, shortly after the introduction of the Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts chain.
2009: Room Statistics
In 2009, when it had 1,416 rooms, the main hotel had 1,235 single and double rooms and 208 minisuites, 17 of which were classified as "Astoria Level", which are upgraded rooms with deluxe amenities and complimentary access to the Astoria Lounge. The Waldorf Towers, from the 28th floor up to the 42nd, had 181 rooms, of which 115 were suites, with one to four bedrooms.
2010: Filming Location for Fox Business Happy Hour ends
In 2010, the Bull and Bear Steak House's use as the filming location for Fox Business Happy Hour ended.
2013: Kenneth's Salon at the Waldorf Astoria
Kenneth, sometimes called the world's first celebrity hairdresser, famed for creating Jacqueline Kennedy's bouffant in 1961, operated his hairdressing and beauty salon at the Waldorf Astoria from 1992 to 2013.
October 2014: Anbang Insurance Group Buys Waldorf Astoria
In October 2014, the Chinese company Anbang Insurance Group purchased the Waldorf Astoria New York from Hilton for $1.95 billion, which was the most expensive hotel sale at the time.
2014: Guestroom Count
As of 2014, the Waldorf Astoria and Towers had a total of 1,413 hotel rooms.
2015: US Department of State Moves UN Headquarters
In 2015, the US Department of State moved its headquarters during meetings of the UN General Assembly to the New York Palace Hotel from the Waldorf Towers.
2015: La Chine Replaced Oscar's Brasserie
In late 2015, La Chine, a Chinese restaurant, replaced Oscar's Brasserie as one of the Waldorf Astoria's three main restaurants.
July 1, 2016: Renovation and Condominium Conversion Plans
On July 1, 2016, Anbang announced plans to refurbish the Waldorf Astoria and convert some of its rooms into condominiums, known as The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria, while Hilton would continue to operate the remaining guestrooms.
2016: Publication of The Waldorf Astoria Bar Book by Frank Caiafa
In 2016, Frank Caiafa added a new edition to the canon with "The Waldorf Astoria Bar Book", including recipes from Crockett's books and new creations.
February 28, 2017: Final Event in the Grand Ballroom Before Closing
On February 28, 2017, the final event held in the Grand Ballroom before the hotel's closure was a charity gala celebrating NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, featuring a performance by Stevie Wonder.
March 1, 2017: Waldorf Astoria Closes for Renovation
On March 1, 2017, the Waldorf Astoria closed its doors for a major renovation project, with plans to reopen the restaurants upon completion.
March 7, 2017: NYC Landmark Interior Designation
On March 7, 2017, a week after the hotel closed, the LPC unanimously voted to list the interiors of many of the hotel's public spaces as New York City landmarks, protecting them from significant alterations.
2017: "The Waldorf Astoria Bar Book" nominated for James Beard Foundation Award
In 2017, Frank Caiafa's "The Waldorf Astoria Bar Book" was nominated for a James Beard Foundation Award for Best Beverage Book.
2017: Waldorf Astoria Closed for Renovations
In 2017, the Waldorf Astoria New York closed for renovations, with plans to convert the upper stories into condominiums.
2018: Chinese Government Takes Over Anbang's Assets
In early 2018, the Chinese government took control of the Waldorf Astoria and Anbang's other assets for one year, citing alleged economic crimes by Anbang. Douglas Elliman was hired to sell the condos.
November 2019: Condo Sales Announced
In November 2019, it was announced that the 375 condos in the Waldorf-Astoria would go on sale early the next year, while the 375 remaining hotel rooms would not reopen until 2021.
2020: Dajia Insurance Group Takes Over
Following Anbang's bankruptcy in 2020, Dajia Insurance Group Co. took over Anbang's American assets, including the Waldorf Astoria. Sales of the Waldorf-Astoria's condos began that March.
March 2021: Reopening Timeline Postponed
By March 2021, the reopening of the hotel, initially set for the end of 2022, had been postponed to early 2023.
2021: Model of Hoover Suite
Before its 2021 renovation, the hotel had a model of one of the living rooms of apartment 31A, then the suite of former U.S. president Herbert Hoover. A living room from the suite is also recreated as a display at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa.
2022: Renovation Stalls
In mid-2022, the renovation of the Waldorf Astoria stalled due to the project exceeding its $2 billion budget, pushing the reopening back to at least 2024.
March 2023: Further Reopening Delay
In March 2023, news media reported that the Waldorf Astoria building would not reopen until 2025 at the earliest.
2023: Reopening Delayed Again
In 2023, the renovation was expected to push the reopening back to at least 2024 due to the project exceeding its $2 billion budget.
April 2024: Hilton Hires Leadership Team
In April 2024, Hilton Hotels & Resorts hired a leadership team in preparation for the Waldorf Astoria's expected reopening later that year.
October 2024: Reopening Postponed Again
In October 2024, the Waldorf Astoria's reopening was postponed once more, this time to early 2025. The chef Michael Anthony was hired that November.
2024: Condominium Details
As of 2024, the condominiums span floors 19 through 52 and range from studio apartments to penthouse apartments. Most of the units are at least 570 square feet (53 m).
2024: Reopening Delayed Again
In 2024, the renovation was expected to push the reopening back to at least 2024 due to the project exceeding its $2 billion budget and workplace accidents.
February 2025: First Condo Purchases Finalized
In February 2025, the first buyers finalized their purchases of the condominiums at the Waldorf Astoria. When it reopens, the hotel will feature 375 guestrooms.
2025: Expected Reopening of the Waldorf Astoria
After several delays, the Waldorf Astoria New York is expected to reopen in 2025.
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