The original Waldorf Astoria is in NYC. Here is a little information about the name. Mr. Astoria arrived from Germany , way back in the 1800″s, from the little town of Waldorf. http://www.hilton.com

The family became wealthy in the fur trade (Northwest Fur Comp.). its trappers fought ruthless battles over furs with the Hudsons Bay Comp. out of Canada., and by buying massive pieces of land in early NYC. Mr. Astor was regarded as being the first multi millionaire in the U.S. The hotel in Las Vegas is managed by Hilton and is unique because it only has a few rooms, around 250 only, the rest are condos. The lobby is an the 23rd floor. It is the former Mandarin -Oriental. It has 47 stories and is part of CityCenter.