The Waldorf Astoria New York reopened its doors to guests on July 15 with 375 rooms, lobby, bar, and restaurants available. The full reopening will occur over the next two months, including the Grand Ballroom and new Guerlain Wellness Spa. Managing director Luigi Romaniello emphasized blending timeless elegance with innovation to set a new standard in luxury hospitality. The hotel, which originally opened in 1931, was closed for renovations in 2017 and is now offering reimagined guest accommodations designed by Pierre Yves Rochon, focused on subtle art deco elegance.
"We are honored to carry forward a legacy that helped define luxury hospitality in the city for over a century. As we reopen our doors, we're not just restoring a landmark, we're reimagining what world-class service means in the modern era," Luigi Romaniello, managing director of Waldorf Astoria New York, stated.
"By blending timeless elegance with cutting-edge innovation, art deco style with contemporary touches, and original dining outlets inspired by tried-and-true Waldorf favorites, we aim to set a new standard in New York hospitality while staying true to the spirit, heritage, and grandeur that have always defined the Waldorf," said Luigi Romaniello.
The iconic hotel first opened in 1931 and has since hosted many celebrities, heads of states, presidents, and significant events. It closed in 2017 for much needed renovations, and its long-awaited return has been highly anticipated by New Yorkers and travelers around the globe.
Guests can now book stays in the reimagined rooms and suites, with interior designs by Pierre Yves Rochon, a French designer known for his work on the Emory Hotel in London and Four Seasons hotels around the world, including Paris, Milan, and Florence.
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