The Waldorf Astoria, New York City, Downside

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The Waldorf Astoria	Average Price: $432 Check Rates

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301 Park Avenue

New York City, 10022 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 23 of 106
Average review rating: 3.84

OpinionWell Value Index: 3

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (17) , Expedia (82) , MyTravelGuide (375) , Travelocity (26) , TripAdvisor (2212) , YahooTravel (133)

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Construction:	There are recent comments about Construction, Renovation.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	Recent comments complained about room smell.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. The only downside was the valet parking was something like $50 per night.

"Simply top drawer, had a memorable stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/30/2012 Vote

2. The only downside was the left luggage man was rude on our last day - he should have a job as a NY cabbie.

"Lovely Waldorf " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/17/2012 Vote

3. The downsides of this stay; it was very noisy at night in the room.

"Perfect " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/12/2012 Vote

4. The only downside for us was that it was hard to regulate the temperature and we felt a little stuffy.

"Convenient, Comfortable " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/2/2012 Vote

5. The stepping into history is also the downside.

"Brand Does Not Live Up To Reputation " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/31/2012 Vote

6. The only downside was the outside was covered in scaffolding due to the renovation so you couldn't really take in the grandeur of the hotel but once done I'm sure it'll be worth it.

"Fantastic Iconic Hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/26/2012 Vote

7. The only downside was that we didn't have a view - it looked out into other rooms at the hotel but this wasn't a problem for us at all.

"Fantastic Iconic Hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/26/2012 Vote

8. Only downside was the small bathroomSaff were efficient and capable.

"Great Stay in Central Manhattan " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/9/2012 Vote

9. Only downside to this hotel is seeing a Branded coffee-shop under the lobby, even if it is handy on a winter's morning.

"Great hotel, Great location and exceptional service. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/1/2012 Vote

10. Also on the downside, the room is cold and drafty and the bed does not live up to the current Hilton standard.

"Famous Does Not Equal Greatness " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/15/2012 Vote