Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas
| Industry | Hospitality |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas |
| Founded | December 4, 2009 in Paradise, Nevada, United States |
| Fate | Rebranded from Mandarin Oriental to Waldorf Astoria in 2018 |
| Headquarters | Paradise , United States |
Area served | Las Vegas Strip |
Key people | Tiffany Lam, Andrew Cherng, Peggy Cherng (owners) |
| Products | Hotel rooms, condominiums, spa, meeting facilities, restaurants |
| Owner | Tiffany Lam, Andrew Cherng, Peggy Cherng |
| Parent | Hilton Worldwide (operator) |
| Website | www |
Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas
The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, previously known as the Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas, is a 47-story upscale hotel and condominium tower situated within the CityCenter development on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. Operated by Hilton Worldwide under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts label, ownership belongs to Tiffany Lam along with Andrew and Peggy Cherng.
Initially, the property was owned by MGM Mirage and Dubai World, with management by the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. It opened its doors on December 4, 2009, occupying the site that was once home to the Boardwalk hotel-casino. In 2018, Lam and the Cherngs purchased the asset for $214 million and transitioned it into a Waldorf Astoria-branded property. The hotel comprises 389 guest rooms up to the 23rd floor where the lobby is located, while 225 condominium residences are situated on the higher floors.
History
The establishment originally launched as Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas, announced in September 2005 as part of MGM Mirage's CityCenter initiative. The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) managed operations, with ownership shared between MGM and partner Dubai World. This development replaced the former Boardwalk hotel-casino site.
The architectural design was led by Kohn Pedersen Fox, with AAI Architects, Inc. serving as architect of record, and interiors crafted by Adam Tihany. Kay Lang and Associates handled the design of the residential portion. The building earned a LEED Gold certification in November 2009.
Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas officially opened on December 4, 2009, becoming the third component of CityCenter after Vdara and Crystals. The brand focused on attracting international travelers and affluent guests through bespoke service offerings. Its condominiums were noted for being the largest and most expensive within CityCenter, with an average price around $2 million.
Opening during the economic downturn of the Great Recession, the hotel struggled financially in its inaugural year, prompting intensified marketing campaigns. MOHG regarded the property as a long-term asset despite initial challenges.
In 2018, MGM and Dubai World sold the hotel for $214 million to investor Tiffany Lam along with Panda Express founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng. Management by MOHG concluded on August 31, 2018; Hilton assumed control and rebranded it under the Waldorf Astoria banner. Renovations from 2021 through 2024 removed the previous Asian design elements.
Facilities
Rising 47 stories, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas offers 389 hotel rooms and suites alongside 225 condominium units. Amenities include a spa spanning two floors, 12,000 square feet of meeting facilities, and a swimming pool. Guest accommodations occupy floors one through twenty-two; condominiums—including seven penthouses—are located on higher levels with separate entrances for residents and visitors. Originally, the Sky Lobby encompassed 12,000 square feet on the 23rd floor, making it one of only three Mandarin Oriental hotels worldwide to feature such a layout. At launch, guest rooms were outfitted with advanced technology including touch-screen panels controlling lighting and dining services.
The property debuted Twist, a French restaurant seating 74 guests helmed by chef Pierre Gagnaire in his first U.S. venture. Positioned within the Sky Lobby offering panoramic views of the Strip, Twist was designed by Tihany and included distinctive elements such as 300 golden globe lights and a glass staircase ascending to a wine loft. Additional culinary venues comprised a sushi and noodle bar, a high tea lounge, and a pastry shop.
In 2017, Pepper—a humanoid robot—was introduced in the Sky Lobby to assist guests with services. By 2023, renovations moved the lobby area to ground level while relocating Peacock Alley tea lounge to the former Sky Lobby space on floor 23. Alongside these changes, guest rooms and meeting spaces underwent extensive updates as part of a multimillion-dollar refurbishment.
Accolades
Within its inaugural year, Mandarin Oriental was honored with the distinguished AAA Five Diamond Award. In 2011, Forbes Travel Guide awarded its spa a coveted Five-Star rating. By 2013, readers of Travel + Leisure recognized it as one of Nevada's premier hotels. In 2017, U.S. News & World Report ranked it as the leading hotel in Las Vegas. Most recently, in 2024, it was voted the top hotel in Las Vegas by Travel + Leisure readers.
See also
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