The GRAZIA Retreat: The Waldorf Astoria Kuwait

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There’s something instantly striking about Waldorf Astoria Kuwait. Yes, it’s luxurious – that part is a given – but the experience feels less like checking into a hotel and more like stepping into an elegant world quietly unfolding above Kuwait City.

Part of that magic comes from its location, naturally. Directly connected to The Avenues, the country’s biggest lifestyle destination, meaning your day can go from shopping, to dinner, to spa in one seamless move.

Inspired by the original Waldorf Astoria in New York, the hotel’s aesthetic leans into timeless grandeur through a distinctly regional lens. Think champagne-gold detailing, polished marble, and a lobby that feels like it was purposefully designed for modern Middle Eastern glamour. And at its centre sits the Waldorf Astoria Clock – reinterpreted to honour the Islamic world’s legacy of astronomy.

Across the rooms and suites, the scale is quietly impressive: generous layouts, skyline views, and thoughtful luxury that makes you feel both grounded and spoilt. And for those who love a little exclusivity, the Ikaros Club is the definition of discreet indulgence – private dining, personalised service, and that lovely sensation of being a little bit removed from the world below.

On the culinary front, Kuwait is having a moment, and Waldorf Astoria is right at the centre of it. From Roka’s famed robata flavours arriving straight from London and Dubai, to Ava’s fresh Mediterranean plates, there’s a sense that the hotel is reshaping the city’s dining landscape. Add Peacock Alley, poolside mocktails, or quiet afternoon tea, and suddenly your “just one night” becomes a full itinerary.

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But where Waldorf Astoria Kuwait arguably shines most is wellness. The spa isn’t just a spa, it’s a sanctuary equipped with everything from quartz-crystal beds to private hammams. If Kuwait can sometimes feel fast-paced, this is the perfect counterpoint – a slow, sensory and deeply restorative escape.

For business, for weekends, or for the sheer joy of checking into somewhere extraordinary, Waldorf Astoria Kuwait feels like the country’s most elegant answer to modern luxury and it’s most definitely GRAZIA approved.

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