Travel and hospitality
September 5, 2025
The three-story, 1,500-capacity Grand Ballroom has been fully restored and features new soundproofing, rigging and audio-visual capabilities. Image credit: Hilton
By Amirah Keaton for Luxury Daily News Service
The Waldorf Astoria New York is minding its property’s heritage following a year-long transformation.
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