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Mandarin Oriental vs Waldorf Astoria New York
Which is fresher? A side-by-side of build year, last completed renovation and Chrono Score — every date sourced.
New York, United States
Built2003
Last renovation2025
Chrono Score9.7/10 (Fresh)
StatusOpen
New York, United States
Built1931
Last renovation2025
Chrono Score9.7/10 (Fresh)
StatusOpen
Verdict
Both hotels score the same on freshness right now.
Freshness only — not price, location or service. An under-renovation hotel's score reflects its last completed state.
Frequently asked
Is Mandarin Oriental or Waldorf Astoria New York more recently renovated?+
Mandarin Oriental — Renovated 2025 (Chrono Score 9.7/10). Waldorf Astoria New York — Renovated 2025 (Chrono Score 9.7/10). Both hotels score the same on freshness right now.
What is the difference between Mandarin Oriental and Waldorf Astoria New York?+
On freshness: Mandarin Oriental was last renovated in 2025, and Waldorf Astoria New York was last renovated in 2025. Every date is sourced on each hotel's page.