How Waldorf Astoria became the greatest hotel of all time | Hilton Origins

Описание: Before it became a symbol of modern luxury, Waldorf Astoria New York helped invent it. In this origin story, historian Mark Young shares how this iconic luxury hotel set the standard for excellence, from introducing hotel room service to offering one-of-a-kind interiors and cultural moments that span more than a century. Discover how Conrad Hilton’s vision turned admiration into ambition and made the Waldorf “The Greatest of Them All.”

Filmed inside the landmark property, this story reveals what makes the Waldorf Astoria more than a hotel: it’s a legacy of timeless hospitality, architectural distinction, and innovation that still inspires the industry today.

00:00 – The evolution of hospitality
00:23 – Meet Mark Young, Hilton historian and archivist
00:40 – Conrad Hilton’s vision for the Waldorf Astoria
01:00 – Breaking hotel design norms
01:32 – Why no two rooms are the same
01:45 – The concept of room service
02:06 – Historical artifacts
02:43 – Preserving legacy through archives
03:01 – What Conrad Hilton would think today
03:23 – A new standard in hospitality

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