For the first time, luxury condominium residences at The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria are now available at the iconic Waldorf Astoria New York on Park Avenue. 

 

The celebrated New York City landmark has introduced an unprecedented residential lifestyle to the heart of Midtown Manhattan, offering residents a world of exclusive private amenities along with special access to the best-in-class services found only at the globally renowned Waldorf Astoria New York.

 

The Waldorf Astoria has been a beacon of timeless glamour and luxury for nearly a century -- home to Hollywood’s elite, host to countless world leaders, and the site of cultural events and galas that hold a special place in the hearts of New Yorkers and visitors from around the world. 

 

When the Waldorf Astoria opened on Park Avenue to rapturous reviews in 1931, it was the largest and tallest hotel in the world and remains one of New York City’s most prominent landmarks. 

 

The property is in the midst of an unprecedented restoration, undertaken with care by developer Dajia Insurance Group and renowned architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, with great attention given to the original Art Deco design. This talented team has invested years of work to understand the building’s history and maintain its heritage for future generations, while bringing it into a new age. 

 

The full block property will include condominium residences atop the 375-key Waldorf Astoria New York hotel.

 

The sophisticated residential interiors and amenities by internationally acclaimed designer Jean-Louis Deniot, the visionary behind some of the world’s most opulent private homes, create a truly modern experience within the building’s historic framework. Deniot has carefully considered each detail, designing his own custom creations for The Towers that include: solid custom-paneled interior doors with bespoke antique bronze hardware, custom cabinets manufactured by Molteni&C in Italy, vanities with polished marble countertops, custom forged polished nickel fixtures, and tile mosaics featuring a Waldorf Astoria-inspired pattern, done in a modern style with a nod to French Art Deco, further complementing the building’s history. 

 

The wide variety of residences range from gracious studios to opulent four bedrooms and magnificent penthouses within the iconic copper pinnacles and several marquee residences with expansive private outdoor spaces. Every residence has been outfitted with all new windows that feature modern sound-attenuating technology while paying homage to the original 1931 design, and herringbone floors with a custom cerused finish. Residence kitchens feature a full suite of integrated state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances, all fully vented to the outside. 

 

Privacy and security are paramount at The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria, which offers a discrete residential experience separate from the hotel. There are two residential entry lobbies—both fully staffed 24-hours a day—and a dramatic porte cochère with double-height vaulted ceilings that will offer residents a private entry with 24-hour valet service from East 50th Street. There are six dedicated residential elevators with destination dispatch technology, as well as a secure residential entrance into the Waldorf Astoria New York, offering access to the hotel’s numerous food and beverage venues as well as the world-class spa. Because of the generous scale of the property, residents will enjoy the highest number of service staff of any super-luxury residential building in New York, including a dedicated on-site concierge. 

 

One of the most unique features of the residences at The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria is the concierge closet, which is integrated into the design of the entryway in every home. The closet is used for the secure and private delivery of packages, laundry, and room service, and is accessible from both the common corridor as well as inside the home. 

 

Residents will have exclusive access to over 50,000 square feet of private residential amenities, ranging from health and wellness to entertaining and business spaces. The stunning 25-m Starlight Pool will overlook Park Avenue in a dramatic double height-space, illuminated by a restored skylight that allows the original intent of the architects to be observed again for the first time in 70 years. 

 

The verdant Winter Garden and the Starlight Lounge, connected to the Starlight Terrace soaring above Park Avenue, are only two of the four private bars exclusive to residents, a nod to the famous entertaining spaces at the original Waldorf Astoria. 

 

A state-of-the-art fitness center with training studios and a cardio gallery overlooks the pool, and there are opulent private spas for men and women, each featuring a changing room and lounge, complete with sauna, steam room, showers, and treatment rooms. 

 

Numerous entertaining spaces, beautifully designed to support private functions, include the Grand Salon, an expansive and elegant ballroom equipped with adjacent catering kitchen; The Chrysler Room, a private dining room featuring incredible views of the Chrysler Building; The Cue Club, including two pool tables and one snooker table; and the Monte Carlo Gaming Room. A selection of the remaining private amenities includes the Presidential Library and Bar, curated by the White House Historical Association; Children’s Playroom; Stage & Screen Theater with performance stage and grand piano; and The Empire Club, an elevated executive experience exclusively available for residents to work, socialize, and entertain.

 

Waldorf Astoria New York set the standard and defined hotel service at an ultra-luxury level, and future residents of the condominiums will enjoy priority access to the unrivaled services of the hotel, including signing privileges at restaurants and bars, preferred pricing, and a la carte services like housekeeping and 24-hour in-residence dining. In addition to the 50,000 square feet of private residential amenities, residents will also have access to 100,000 sq ft of amenities at Waldorf Astoria New York, including the hotel’s restored landmarked heritage spaces, spa, restaurant and bars. 

 

“Waldorf Astoria New York is our flagship and origin story, and we look forward to reopening its doors to welcome guests to the iconic landmark which is integral to the fabric of our brand as well as New York,” said Dino Michael, global head of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts. “We are thrilled to offer a new residential component to the hotel, which will inevitably infuse a new life and spirit to the space and inspire us to bring our iconic ‘True Waldorf Service’ to the next level for residents.”

 

Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is the exclusive marketing and sales agent. “This will be an exciting opportunity for buyers to own a piece of New York City history. We aren’t just selling extraordinarily beautiful residences, amenities and services; we're offering the opportunity to buy into a legacy that can never again be duplicated,” said Dan Tubb, Senior Director of Sales at The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria. “There is no more glamorous residential lifestyle in New York City, and we are very excited about bringing The Towers to the market after receiving thousands of inquiries from as close as Park Avenue to the far corners of the world.”

 

The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria will offer residences starting from $1.8 million.  - TradeArabia News Service