A simply iconic five star hotel the waldorf astoria new york is set in the heart of manhattan a few blocks north of grand central station this centrally located hotel is ideal for taking in the sights and sounds of new york city the stunning views from the top of the rock are a few blocks west as is the fabulous shopping on fifth avenue must see central park and the bright lights of times square are both around 15 minutes away the five star accommodation at the waldorf astoria new york