Waldorf Astoria Sydney
Sydney, Australia
Built 2025
Waldorf Astoria Sydney in Sydney was built in 2025; no completed renovation is yet on record. Its HotelChrono freshness score is 9.9/10.
Renovation forecast · estimate
Next renovation expected around 2033
In about 7 years (≈8-year cycle). A model estimate, not a sourced fact.
Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Timeline
2017
Project initially announced by China's Wanda Group as Wanda Vista Hotel
2022
Confirmed as Australia's first Waldorf Astoria by Hilton
2025
Construction topped out (superstructure completed)
2027
Planned / expected reopening
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Facts
Stars
5★
Built
Sourced2025
Ownership & operator
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Ownership data depth
1/3 · 33%
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“The arrival of Waldorf Astoria Sydney in the first half of 2027 will herald a new era of refined luxury hospitality down under.”
“Australia's first Waldorf Astoria hotel is rising to take its place on Circular Quay's iconic skyline, as the tower reaches the significant construction milestone of 'topping out', marking the completion of the 26-storey building's superstructure.”
“Now owned by Fiveight...the project was confirmed by Hilton as Australia's first Waldorf Astoria in 2022, and at that time, was slated to welcome guests in Q4 2025.”
“The project was initially announced in 2017 by China's Wanda Group, and slated to open as the Wanda Vista Hotel in 2022.”
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Frequently asked
When was Waldorf Astoria Sydney built?+
Waldorf Astoria Sydney (Sydney, Australia) was built in 2025.
How old is Waldorf Astoria Sydney?+
Waldorf Astoria Sydney is 1 years old — it was built in 2025. Age measures the building; the Chrono Score measures how fresh it feels today.
Has Waldorf Astoria Sydney been renovated recently?+
We have not yet found a sourced completed renovation year for Waldorf Astoria Sydney.
What is the Chrono Score of Waldorf Astoria Sydney?+
Its Chrono Score is 9.9/10 (Fresh) — a pure freshness metric, separate from its 5-star rating.