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Waldorf Astoria Kuwait
Al Andalous, Kuwait · Waldorf Astoria · Grand Luxury
Waldorf Astoria Kuwait opened in August 2022 with a private corridor into The Avenues, Kuwait's largest mall, over 360,000 square metres of leasable space across 16 districts. It also brought ROKA Kuwait, whose open pastry kitchen is the first in any ROKA in the world. The hotel earned Forbes Five-Star ratings for both hotel and spa in its first full year and has held them since, from a 200-room house on the edge of Al Andalous.
- 200 rooms
- Opened 2022
About Waldorf Astoria Kuwait
- Waldorf Astoria Kuwait opened in August 2022 with about 200 rooms, directly connected to The Avenues mall.
- The Avenues covers over 360,000 square metres of leasable area across 16 districts, among the largest retail complexes in the Middle East.
- ROKA Kuwait opened with the hotel and has the first open-concept pastry kitchen in any ROKA restaurant, with desserts found only there.
- The hotel earned Forbes Five-Star ratings for both hotel and spa in its first full year and has kept them since.
History
Waldorf Astoria Kuwait is currently marketed by Hilton as a 200-room luxury hotel in Al Andalous, Kuwait City, near The Avenues, but the official brand page does not state an opening year or detailed historical background. Hilton describes the property as offering opulent contemporary rooms and suites with panoramic skyline views and signature Waldorf Astoria service. The current dining lineup includes Ava, OXIO Pool and Lounge, Peacock Alley, and ROKA, with ROKA identified as an award-winning Japanese restaurant. No authoritative source located in this pass provided the building architect, interior designer, or a formal opening/rebranding timeline.
Waldorf Astoria Kuwait opened in August 2022 directly connected to The Avenues, Kuwait's largest mall at over 360,000 sq m of leasable area.
The setting
Waldorf Astoria Kuwait rises on Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Road in the Al Andalous district, directly connected to The Avenues — Kuwait's largest mall, spanning over 1.2 million square meters with more than 1,400 stores across 16 districts, inaugurated in 2007. The Avenues has become the commercial and social heart of western Kuwait City, anchoring the highest concentration of international luxury boutiques and dining in the country. Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre is 31 minutes by car, and Liberation Tower 33 minutes away. The hotel's direct mall connection and boulevard address suit both leisure and business travelers seeking modern Kuwaiti hospitality. 14 km from Grand Mosque of Kuwait.
Restaurants and bars
- ROKA — Restaurant · Japanese robatayaki
- AVA — Restaurant · Mediterranean
- Peacock Alley Cafe — Café
- OXIO Pool and Lounge — Poolside
- Kubbar Poolside Restaurant — Poolside · Levant
Experiences
- Waldorf Astoria Afternoon Tea — Signature afternoon tea served at Peacock Alley.
- Peacock Alley — Parisian-influenced venue for specialty coffees, fresh meals, chocolates and macaroons, homage to the original New York hotel.
- Waldorf Astoria Spa — 13,560 sq ft spa launching later in the fall, with a Private Suite featuring a steam room hammam and jacuzzi.
- Fitness Centre — 24-hour Technogym-equipped fitness centre with a Fitness Studio for high-energy workout sessions.
- Waldorf Astoria Kids' Club — Dedicated kids' club for a family-friendly getaway.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Sauna
- Fitness center
- Kids' club
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star (2026)
- Kuwait's Leading Business Hotel 2025 (World Travel Awards) (2025)
- MUSE Hotel Awards — Featured Winner (2025)
- MUSE Hotel Awards — Hotel of the Year (2025)
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