As Hilton enters the second quarter of the year, the hospitality company is debuting several new properties, as well as renovations. Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is set to have a busy spring with the return of Waldorf Astoria New York, as well as the opening of the brand’s first hotels in Japan and Costa Rica, with Waldorf Astoria Osaka and Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, both opening in April. Additionally the extended-stay brand LivSmart Studios by Hilton will debut this quarter, with openings in Kokomo, Ind. and Tullahoma, Tenn. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s to come.
Waldorf Astoria
For nearly a century, Waldorf Astoria New York has been a fixture of New York City society. Following a restoration effort led by architects from Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and interior design by Pierre-Yves Rochon, the property will retain the scale of the original Art Deco architecture with fresh contemporary furnishings. The 375-room hotel will house some of Manhattan’s largest rooms and suites. Above the hotel will sit 372 private residences, ranging from studios to four bedrooms. Residents will have exclusive access to 50,000 square feet of amenities and an art collection curated by Swiss collector and auctioneer Simon de Pury.
In addition, hotel guests, residents and visitors will have access to a holistic wellness program, including a spa spanning over 30,000 square feet and a fitness center, culinary offerings with a signature restaurant helmed by acclaimed Chef Michael Anthony, the return of Peacock Alley in partnership with renowned mixologist Jeff Bell and 43,000 square feet of event space including a new opera-inspired Grand Ballroom.
The Waldorf Astoria brand will make its debut in Japan in spring 2025 with Waldorf Astoria Osaka. Opening this April, the hotel will span 12 floors of a 39-story high-rise in the south district of the new Grand Green Osaka urban mixed-use development, adjacent to Osaka station (which offers easy access to the cities of Kyoto, Nara and Kobe). The hotel will have 252 guestrooms as well as three restaurants, including the signature Peacock Alley with triple-height ceilings, panoramic views of the skyline and Peacock Terrace, a rare outdoor food and beverage space. The Waldorf Astoria Spa rounds out the amenities.
Also opening in April, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is situated on the cliffside peninsula of Cacique, overlooking the secluded Playa Penca. The hotel has 148 guestrooms and 40 suites, in addition to six dining outlets, including a signature restaurant focused on the flavors of the Pacific with unique monochromatic gastronomy. The brand’s Peacock Alley will serve locally inspired and sourced cocktails and bites. The hotel will also offer a curated wellness program. Other amenities include multi-level pools, a gym (complete with a movement studio and outdoor yoga) and the signature Waldorf Astoria Spa.
Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The first Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Northern Ireland—The Marcus Portrush—is set to open this May in the popular seaside town of Portrush. This listed building, which operated as a hotel and artisan bakery for over 85 years between 1895 and the 1980s, is being carefully renovated. The 83-room hotel will boast nearby access to the Bushmills Whiskey Distillery and the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Giant’s Causeway on the Atlantic Coast, a popular beauty spot for hikers, surfers, artists and families. The town will also host the 153rd Open in 2025, marking the return of the famous golf tournament to Northern Ireland since 2019.
Tapestry Collection by Hilton will also make its debut in Türkiye with The Ritus Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet. The hotel will have 44 guestrooms, an all-day dining restaurant and lobby bar with elevated culinary offerings, and a fitness center. Designed with inspiration from the iconic Hippodrome, the hotel has preserved the original buildings' façade and ornate window designs while renovating to contrast dark wood floors with calming, bright interiors.
Curio Collection by Hilton
Located near Omonoia Square, Adia Aluma Athens, Curio Collection by Hilton—opening this April—will offer 215 rooms, with amenities including a restaurant, lobby bar and rooftop bar, in addition to wellness facilities comprising two treatment rooms and a fitness studio. Omonoia Square is one of Athens' oldest squares and has experienced significant revitalization over the past five years, now featuring a vast array of retail shops, bars and restaurants.
Located north of Punta Cana in the coastal town of Miches and set on the secluded shores of Playa Esmeralda, Zemi Miches Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton will welcome travelers to an area known for its beaches, mountain landscapes and natural surroundings. The hotel will house 500 Taino-inspired guestrooms, suites and beach bungalows with views of the clear waters of Playa Esmeralda.
The hotel concept is inspired by the Taino culture, offering guests an immersive experience that celebrates the island's history and beauty, including daily art and cultural activities. There will be six restaurants serving cuisines ranging from Asian to Taino, Italian and seafood, while six bars will include a lobby bar and sports bar, among others.
Guests of all ages will enjoy a wide variety of entertainment and recreational amenities, including retail shops, a kids club with unique programming, and a sprawling pool complex with water park. In addition, they will be able relax at the property’s signature spa featuring 10 treatment rooms, a beauty salon, a sauna and more. The resort will also offer a state-of-the-art fitness center and juice bar for travelers seeking wellness options.
LXR Hotels & Resorts
Sax Paris will mark the arrival of LXR Hotels & Resorts in France and Hilton’s first luxury hotel in the heart of Paris. Located in the 7th Arrondissement of Paris, home to iconic landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and Les Invalides, the 118-room luxury hotel will offer stunning views from its rooftop terrace overlooking the Eiffel Tower. In addition to enjoying the hotel’s idyllic location on the Rive Gauche and next to Place de Breteuil, guests will be able to relax at the library bar on the ground floor, along with a bar and restaurant on the top floor, serving Japanese cuisine.
Other Openings
Beyond the above, Hilton plans to open the following hotels this year:
- DoubleTree by Hilton Addis Ababa Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton Yanji
- DoubleTree by Hilton Mangroovy El Gouna Resort
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Pigeon Forge Resort
- Hampton by Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
- Hilton Turin Centre
- Hilton Garden Inn Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Hoover Birmingham
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Flagstaff
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Capitol Heights Washington DC
- LivSmart Studios by Hilton Kokomo
- LivSmart Studios by Hilton Tullahoma
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