7 Famous Waldorf Astoria Locations Around the World

Waldorf Astoria, once unaffiliated with any global loyalty program, was ripe for the picking when Hilton Honors came looking to top off its luxe category of hotel brands. These hotels have become popular places for Hilton Honors members to earn and redeem points. Today, you can find about three dozen Waldorf Astoria properties around the globe.

There are many famous Waldorf Astoria hotels, including the Waldorf Astoria New York location. These seven, though, rank among the most opulent (and famous).

After years of meticulous restoration, the iconic Waldorf Astoria New York has returned to the skyline and the Hilton Honors portfolio. The landmark property on Park Avenue has been reimagined as a 375-room hotel with some of the largest guest accommodations in Manhattan, alongside 372 luxury residences. The redesigned interiors honor its Art Deco legacy while integrating modern luxuries like spacious marble bathrooms, bespoke in-room bars, and thoughtful touches such as a custom signature scent and fashion-forward staff wardrobes designed by Nicholas Oakwell.

Guests can now dine at three new restaurants: Lex Yard, an upscale brasserie from Chef Michael Anthony; Peacock Alley, a revived New York classic with signature cocktails and Cole Porter’s restored Steinway piano; and Yoshoku, a Japanese fine dining experience with a six-course kaiseki tasting menu. And how's this for a fun fact? The Waldorf salad was invented here.

Perched on a hill overlooking all of Rome, Rome Cavalieri boasts a large outdoor pool, a vast collection of art and the only three-star Michelin restaurant in the city. The property has a spa and plenty of al fresco relaxation space in its gardens. A complimentary shuttle is available to take hotel guests into the city center so that travelers can combine touristic pursuits with a relaxing stay out of the city’s bustling traffic.

Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is not far from Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Orange County. It is particularly notable as one of the tallest buildings in Beverly Hills, and the service levels are equally high. Getting a reservation at Espelette restaurant is a highlight, but other guests who come here may be looking for relaxation at the rooftop pool or La Prairie Spa.

This hotel is on the famous Palm Island in Dubai. Its resort amenities include numerous pools, a beach packed with umbrella-shaded lounge chairs, a full-service spa and six iconic restaurants and bars. Also, the resort is popular with locals who can purchase a membership to use its recreational amenities and kids club.

There are many famous resorts in the Maldives, several of them with overwater villas, but this is one of the most special. Once you’re here, the activity roster is extensive, from water sports to a kids club. The resort has a beautiful spa, cabanas by the pool and even a concierge dedicated to keeping kids entertained. Tennis courts keep the athletic active, while things like painting and silent discos during the evening attract creative guests.

On the outskirts of Paris and near the famous Palace of Versailles, Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace is a dreamlike hotel for modern-day princes and princesses. There is a Guerlain Spa, a Michelin-starred restaurant from chef Gordon Ramsay and a heated indoor swimming pool. The grounds around the palace are ideal for hosting special events like weddings or for simply relaxing after a day of touring.

Sitting on Pennsylvania Avenue (the same street where another famous white house is located) is this former post office. Once the Trump International Hotel in the nation’s capital, Waldorf Astoria took over to operate one of the most elegant hotels in the city center. The hotel’s central atrium, dripping with chandeliers, is the location of Peacock Alley, where guests and politicians hobnob over cocktails and a menu of tasty cuisine.

The hotel portfolio includes city hotels and resort locations, and each property is unique in its offering. But there are some things that they all share, beyond top-notch service and Hilton Honors points earning and redemption.

Peacock Alley

Be sure to look for Peacock Alley in every property that you visit. This signature venue serves everything from afternoon tea to craft cocktails. As every property has one, it is a creative way to weave a familiar experience throughout a luxury brand (much like the bloody mary available at each St. Regis property around the world).

In-room amenities

Waldorf Astoria properties have many things in common like Frette linens, all with a “100% cotton sateen 400 thread count.” The brand also has a new partnership with Australian skincare brand Aesop, which supplies the bath products for its hotels in large pump bottles.

Hilton Honors elite benefits

If you have Hilton Honors elite status, you are eligible to receive special benefits during your stay. These include potential room upgrades, bonus point earnings and late checkout. Depending on your status tier, there are additional benefits, too. These can include complimentary breakfast or food and beverage credits, spa discounts and faster Wi-Fi.

Pay for the stay with a Hilton Honors co-branded credit card, and you also can earn bonus points on every dollar spent. Some cards even come with automatic elite status.

Hilton for Luxury

If you want to maximize benefits during your stay but do not have Hilton Honors elite status, consider booking a stay through the preferred partner program for travel advisors. Guests who book a Hilton for Luxury rate receive the best rates, complimentary breakfast each morning of their stay, room upgrades and a hotel credit.

Another way to maximize on-site benefits is by booking some of these Waldorf stays using the American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts program. This adds similar benefits like complimentary breakfast and $100 property credits.

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Wherever your favorite Waldorf Astoria location is, you can be sure of excellent service and the ability to earn or redeem Hilton Honors points. Waldorf Astoria is a historic and legendary brand, and hotels within its portfolio uphold that tradition. And if you have Hilton Honors elite status or a co-branded credit card, you can truly maximize your stay with even more perks.