KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 11 -- The Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur looks like it's on track to open late 2026 barring any unforeseen circumstances.

The luxurious all-suite hotel owned by Tradewinds Corporation Berhad and managed by Hilton, has taken over the Istana Hotel along Jalan Raja Chulan.

The renowned brand will certainly bring prestige and elegant service to the city's Golden Triangle.

The Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand is synonymous with culinary mastery in their dining concepts, which sees them partnering with Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud in London, Michael Mina and Michael Anthony in the United States, Heinz Beck and Sidney Schutte in Europe and Dave Pynt in Asia.

In an ILTM (International Luxury Travel Market) event held e...