"Facts About the Waldorf-Astoria" 1950

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[44] pp.

New York: Waldorf-Astoria, N.d. [c. 1950]

9" x 7"

*spine starting to separate at top; else a good … Read more [44] pp.

New York: Waldorf-Astoria, N.d. [c. 1950]

9" x 7"

*spine starting to separate at top; else a good copy in pictorial wrappers*

Updated version, sometime in the early 1950s, of the hotels guide-book picturing and describing the rooms, lobbies, restaurants, and other amenities of the hotel. With floor plans of lobbies, map of the city, etc.

In 1950, the Waldorf Astoria Hotel was a renowned New York luxury landmark known for its opulent rooms, private dining options, and pioneering in-room telephones, which had been a "first" for the hotel when introduced. The hotel offered a wide variety of rooms and residential suites, including those in its exclusive Towers section, designed for both short and long-term stays, with spacious accommodations for families and large closets. The Waldorf Astoria was celebrated for its exceptional service, famous culinary dishes like the Waldorf Salad, and its prominent role as a center for New York's cultural and social life. See less