After an extensive, years-long restoration, Waldorf Astoria New York has reopened its doors, marking a “renaissance” for Hilton’s legendary luxury brand.

With recent openings in Paris, Cape Town, Dallas, Osaka, Costa Rica, Jordan, and more, Hilton’s luxury and lifestyle brands have opened their 1,000th hotel globally. This milestone follows a record year of growth for Hilton, punctuated by strategic partnerships, acquisitions and nearly 100,000 rooms added to Hilton’s portfolio.

Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort in Maui is now home to Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s world-renowned Japanese cuisine, with the opening of the acclaimed Nobu restaurant. Chef Nobu, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper’s restaurant empire has also extened to San Diego, with the opening of another restaurant at Hotel del Coronado.

Luxury hotel brand, Waldorf Astoria, is entering the cruising sector. The latest ultra-luxury hospitality brand to do so, joining the likes of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Four Seasons, Aman and Orient-Express.

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, expanding Hilton’s luxury portfolio in the Caribbean and Latin America

The signing of Waldorf Astoria Turks and Caicos Dellis Cay, a private island retreat set to open in 2028, marks the latest phase of Hilton’s regional expansion.

Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria has made its premiere in Japan with the opening of Waldorf Astoria Osaka. A soaring 252-room edifice with panoramic skyline views, the hotel seamlessly blends New York’s timeless legacy with the dynamic energy of Osaka, offering an elegant retreat within the city.

Hilton has revealed a newbuild hotel and residences in Fredericksburg, Texas – two hours outside of Austin and San Antonio.

It’s been a record-breaking year of growth for Hilton’s luxury brands, with the hotel giant opening more than 500 properties around the world under its various high-end monikers.

Waldorf Astoria New York will start accepting reservations from 10 December for stays in 2025, following a multi-year transformation,

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has announced the highly anticipated opening of Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay. Close to the city centre and key attractions, the property epitomises modern luxury – offering elegant furnishings, a range of culinary options, a four-floor wellness experience and seamless, personalised service.

Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort on Maui, Hawaii has revealed the reimagined signature dining concept, Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, as part of the revitalisation of five food and beverage venues to date. Fittingly named after the Hawaiʻi state fish, Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa opens to the public with a fully redesigned space and menu, brimming with the world’s finest seafood, innovative cocktails, and an artfully curated wine list, set amidst stunning ocean views.