- Hilton, Calm and Paige DeSorbo have created a first-of-its-kind Calm Sleep Story recorded in a hotel suite at the legendary Waldorf Astoria New York.
- Paige DeSorbo brings beauty sleep to listeners everywhere with her signature wit, charming voice, and love of bed, blending style, humor, and self-care.
- The collaboration expands on Hilton’s partnership with Calm to help travelers relax and recharge.
McLEAN, Va. – Hilton and Calm are helping travelers embrace the ultimate luxury—rest—through a new collaboration featuring fashion and lifestyle tastemaker Paige DeSorbo. Together, the global hospitality leader and the mental health and wellness company unveil “Sweet Dreams at Waldorf Astoria New York,” the first Calm Sleep Story ever recorded in a hotel suite.
Narrated by DeSorbo and produced at the legendary Waldorf Astoria New York, the story guides listeners through a serene, sensory journey inspired by the hotel’s storied Art Deco interiors. From arrival on Park Avenue to the moment lights go out beneath crisp white Frette sheets, the experience invites guests to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover the beauty of unwinding.
Listen to a short sample of the Sleep Story with the full story available on Calm or Hilton in-room TVs:
“Sleep has always been my love language,” said Paige DeSorbo, founder of the loungewear brand Daphne. “Recording at Waldorf Astoria New York felt like the ultimate girls’ night-in: robe, skyline, and complete calm. If this Calm Sleep Story encourages anyone to go to bed earlier, I’m all for it.”
According to Hilton’s global research, respondents’ number one motivation to travel for leisure in 2026 is “to rest and recharge” (56%), underscoring the growing demand for wellness-focused experiences. The story debuts alongside Hilton’s exclusive partnership with Calm, which brings Calm’s award-winning content, such as Sleep Stories, meditations, and soundscapes-directly into guests’ rooms via Hilton’s streaming entertainment platform, enhancing their stay with premium content and a personalized experience. The collaboration reflects Hilton’s continued investment in delivering meaningful wellness experiences that enhance every stage of travel.
“At Hilton, we see rest as an essential part of luxury,” said Amanda Al-Masri, vice president, wellness, Hilton. “Through our partnership with Calm, we’re helping guests embrace The Stay as a restorative experience by creating rituals for relaxation and renewal, whether through a Sleep Story escape at Waldorf Astoria New York or a quiet moment before bed at any of our hotels around the world.”
“Sleep is truly a superpower,” said Greg Justice, chief content officer, Calm. “That’s why we’re always keen to craft wondrous Sleep Stories that delight listeners and help them find their best rest. With Paige DeSorbo’s signature wit and the timeless elegance of Waldorf Astoria New York, this first-of-its-kind story offers a dreamy escape into the perfect night in.”
About the Collaboration
- Paige DeSorbo, known for her effortless blend of fashion, wellness, and relatability, has become a defining voice for the modern “soft life” movement, where luxury and self-care go hand in hand. With more than 1.6 million devoted followers, she’s redefined what it means to stay in style, turning routines like getting ready, winding down, and “bed rotting ” into aspirational rituals. DeSorbo’s new loungewear line, Daphne, also reflects her signature “bedtime-as-self-care” sensibility, making her the perfect partner to bring to life Hilton and Calm’s shared vision of rest as the ultimate luxury.
- Waldorf Astoria New York has been a fixture of New York City society for more than a century, earning its place as a beacon of sophistication and elegance in the cultural capital of the world. Following a meticulously and thoughtfully crafted restoration, the property retains the scale and beauty of its original Art Deco architecture, reimagined with contemporary furnishings that pay homage to its storied heritage, ushering in a new era for the hotel that was once hailed by Conrad Hilton as “The Greatest of Them All.”
- Hilton × Calm is an exclusive wellness partnership integrating Calm’s award-winning content, including Sleep Stories, guided meditations, soundscapes, and mindfulness exercises, into Hilton’s streaming entertainment platform. Guests can access Calm’s science-backed tools directly from their in-room TV, no subscription required. This collaboration underscores Hilton’s commitment to redefining travel through accessible, evidence-based wellness that helps guests relax, reset, and feel their best wherever they stay.
Availability
“Sweet Dreams at Waldorf Astoria New York” will be available beginning Nov. 17, 2025, on the Calm app and in-room via Hilton’s streaming entertainment platform in participating hotels. Guests can also explore guided meditations, breathing exercises, and soundscapes directly from their in-room TV or on the Calm app.
What is a Calm Sleep Story?
A Sleep Story ® is an original bedtime audio story from Calm designed to help people relax and fall asleep. Calm creates these stories using soothing voices, gentle background music and sound effects, and descriptive writing. Each one is carefully mixed by Calm’s production team to gradually help listeners quiet the mind and relax the body.
Who narrates this Calm Sleep Story?
The Sleep Story “Sweet Dreams at Waldorf Astoria New York” is narrated by Paige DeSorbo, who brings her humor, sense of style and renowned love of bedtime to Calm’s storytelling.
Why was Waldorf Astoria New York chosen?
Inspired by New Yorker and “It Girl” Paige DeSorbo, the Calm Sleep Story guides listeners through a serene journey inside the hotel’s iconic Art Deco interiors, from stepping onto Park Avenue to turning out the lights at night’s end.
What makes this Calm Sleep Story different from others?
This is the first Calm Sleep Story recorded inside a hotel suite. It brings together travel, rest and luxury in a new way, inspired by one of New York’s most iconic hotels.
How can people listen?
“Sweet Dreams at Waldorf Astoria New York” will be available starting Nov. 17, 2025, on the Calm app and on Hilton’s in-room TV platform at participating hotels.
What is included in Hilton’s partnership with Calm?
Through Hilton's partnership with Calm, Hilton guests can listen to Sleep Stories, meditations, and relaxing soundscapes from Calm directly on their room TVs, no subscription needed.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 25 world-class brands comprising 9,000 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 141 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 235 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning portfolio of 36 iconic properties, each embodying a distinct sense of place through sincerely elegant service, one-of-a-kind experiences and culinary mastery in landmark destinations around the world. The highly anticipated reopening of Waldorf Astoria New York marked a defining moment for the brand - reintroducing a legend while ushering in a new era of luxury. Inspired by their timeless environments, Waldorf Astoria hotels deliver an effortless experience seamlessly, creating a true sense of place for guests through stunning architecture, the famous Peacock Alley, refined art collections, Michelin-starred dining and elevated in-room amenities. In addition to the brand’s world-class hotel offerings, Waldorf Astoria boasts a global residential portfolio that provides the comfort of a private home combined with unsurpassed amenities and high-touch service. Waldorf Astoria is part of Hilton, a leading global hospitality company. Experience an unforgettable stay at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts by booking at waldorfastoria.com or through the through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts at stories.hilton.com/waldorfastoria, and follow the brand on X and Instagram.
About Calm
Calm is a leading consumer mental health company on a mission to support everyone on every step of their mental health journey. Known for its flagship consumer app—ranked #1 in its category with over 180 million downloads and availability in seven languages across around 190 countries—Calm helps people sleep better, stress less, and live more mindfully through content and tools from experts and beloved celebrity voices. Building on this foundation, Calm has created a broader portfolio including Calm Sleep and evidence-based solutions like Calm Health, which is offered through employers, health plans and providers, and designed to expand access to mental health and sleep support, boost benefits engagement, and drive positive health outcomes. Today, Calm supports more than 3,500 organizations and reaches over 26 million covered lives through Calm Health. Calm has been recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company and one of Fast Company’s Brands That Matter. Learn more at calm.com.