History – Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Business Bay

THE WALDORF ASTORIA LEGACY:
A TIMELESS JOURNEY

A TRADITION OF ELEGANCE AND INNOVATION

Since 1893, Waldorf Astoria has been synonymous with luxury and elegance. From the grandeur of Peacock Alley to the pioneering of 24-hour room service, each milestone continues to uphold this storied legacy.

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1893

THE beginning

The Waldorf Hotel opened in 1893, merging with the adjacent Astoria Hotel in 1897. This union, connected by the famous Peacock Alley, created The Waldorf Astoria, a symbol of luxury in New York City.

1900

Waldorf Astoria Clock

The Waldorf Astoria Clock, created for the 1893 World’s Fair, features four time zones and prominent historical figures. It was later gifted a gilded Statue of Liberty by France

1930

A New Chapter in Legacy Begins

Construction begins at the Waldorf Astoria

1931

World’s Largest Hotel

The Waldorf Astoria reopened on Park Avenue in 1931, becoming the world’s largest hotel. Its Art Deco design attracted global elite to its luxurious spaces.

1934

Cole Porter ComposeS Hits

Cole Porter lived at Waldorf Astoria from 1934-1964, composing hits on his gifted Steinway piano in his luxurious 33rd-floor suite.

1940

President Hoover ResideS at Waldorf Towers

President Hoover lived in Waldorf Towers from 1964. very subsequent U.S. President through Obama has been hosted by Waldorf Astoria New York.

1949

Conrad Hilton Takes the Helm

Conrad Hilton, who for many years kept a photograph of the Waldorf Astoria New York under the glass on his desk with the phrase 'The Greatest of Them All' written on it, acquires the management rights to the hotel.

1950

Host to Royalty, Celebrities, and Presidents

A magnet for royalty, celebrities, and presidents, Waldorf Astoria hosted iconic events and residents, becoming New York’s unofficial palace during its golden age.

1957

Queen Elizabeth II Honored

On her first state visit to the US, Queen Elizabeth II is honored with a banquet at the hotel.

1964

Hub for Celebrity Performances

The Waldorf Astoria, a cultural icon, hosted performances and parties for celebrities like Warhol, Turner, and Fitzgerald, becoming a hub for high-profile events.

THE WALDORF ASTORIA LEGACY: A TIMELESS JOURNEY