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Intimate spaces, grand ballrooms and iconic history. Unparalleled ocean views, and breathtaking outdoor vistas. Weddings from 50- 1,500 guests. Located on a scenic barrier island overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, the legendary Diplomat Beach Resort & Spa is the perfect destination for a truly timeless wedding celebration with family and friends. Located just minutes from Fort Lauderdale and Miami. The start of your new life together deserves a beautiful (and beautifully executed) wedding to match. Whether intimate or grand, our team of on-site professional wedding and event planners will help you create a signature setting to convert any wedding day vision into a reality for your most unforgettable day. The Diplomat’s nearly limitless oceanfront ceremony, poolside reception and creative interior flexibility includes everything from the dramatic 50,000 square foot Grand Ballroom to the golden sands of Hollywood beach; there are on-site venues to fit weddings of all sizes and personalities, as well as pre- and post- wedding celebrations. Paradise awaits -
Amenities & Details
Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity300+
Ceremony TypesCivil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Cakes & Desserts, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Se Habla Español, Rentals & Equipment, Tents, Service Staff, Transportation, Shuttle Service
SettingsBallroom, Beach, Waterfront, Cruise, Historic Venue, Hotel, Restaurant, Rooftop, Tented
Business AttributesPacific Islander-owned Business
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The Diplomat Beach Resort Reviews
Bride Groom (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2022
The \"Catering Sales Manager\" is not competent. My fiancé and I were going to book the Diplomat as our wedding venue. While touring the south palm court and 33rd floor lounge was shown as a ceremony/cocktail/reception space. However, she was unable to provide for the ceremony space shown.. the hotel does not confirm that space until 30 days prior to the event (information that was not shared with me until I was at the contract process). She then offered me another ceremony space, at the hotel pool (where guests would be), so noncomparable in privacy. At the tour, she offered to provide a breakdown of all fees.. that took over 2 weeks to obtain, post receiving a contract. Simple services/responsibilities of the hotel, that are included in their wedding brochure (complimentary stay on the wedding night in ocean view suite), are not in their contract template. Their contract is all about the client's financial responsibility. I had to ask several times for the room block/rate to be included in the contract; which changed from phone conversation to email. She gives information without the approval and then goes back on it. The room rate she quoted was initially \"$252, mid 200s\" on the phone, then via email it was $299. She does not take responsibility for the misinformation and then holds the client to the higher price. Their contract also states that the menu cannot be determined until 6 months prior to the event; they did not even make a concession such as \"will honor current menu pricing.\" Read the fine print because there are surcharges for relocating the ceremony; if there is as much as 20% chance of rain in FLORIDA, and it is the \"hotels final decision.\" The Director was copied on 2 emails expressing frustration with the service and he did not reach out until we had stepped back (a week or so later).Sales Manager was not able to explain or answer questions about many of the legal parts of the contract and then went as far as to say that maybe our small wedding was not at the level of the Diplomat. I have never experienced this level of condescending customer service and want to warn potential brides.
Reviewed on 01-04-2022
Wedding Date 22-10-2022
The \"Catering Sales Manager\" is not competent. My fiancé and I were going to book the Diplomat as our wedding venue. While touring the south palm court and 33rd floor lounge was shown as a ceremony/cocktail/reception space. However, she was unable to provide for the ceremony space shown.. the hotel does not confirm that space until 30 days prior to the event (information that was not shared with me until I was at the contract process). She then offered me another ceremony space, at the hotel pool (where guests would be), so noncomparable in privacy. At the tour, she offered to provide a breakdown of all fees.. that took over 2 weeks to obtain, post receiving a contract. Simple services/responsibilities of the hotel, that are included in their wedding brochure (complimentary stay on the wedding night in ocean view suite), are not in their contract template. Their contract is all about the client's financial responsibility. I had to ask several times for the room block/rate to be included in the contract; which changed from phone conversation to email. She gives information without the approval and then goes back on it. The room rate she quoted was initially \"$252, mid 200s\" on the phone, then via email it was $299. She does not take responsibility for the misinformation and then holds the client to the higher price. Their contract also states that the menu cannot be determined until 6 months prior to the event; they did not even make a concession such as \"will honor current menu pricing.\" Read the fine print because there are surcharges for relocating the ceremony; if there is as much as 20% chance of rain in FLORIDA, and it is the \"hotels final decision.\" The Director was copied on 2 emails expressing frustration with the service and he did not reach out until we had stepped back (a week or so later).Sales Manager was not able to explain or answer questions about many of the legal parts of the contract and then went as far as to say that maybe our small wedding was not at the level of the Diplomat. I have never experienced this level of condescending customer service and want to warn potential brides.
Reviewed on 01-04-2022
Katie Chan (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-01-2019
Service was very bad. Not Happy
Reviewed on 02-11-2017
Wedding Date 02-01-2019
Service was very bad. Not Happy
Reviewed on 02-11-2017
Jesse Dean-Kluger (groom) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-12-2016
My now (wife) and I booked a block of rooms for out-of-town wedding guests here. It was a horrible experience. The customer service was poor. They could not even locate our reserved block of rooms when guests were calling to book rooms. They intentionally did not tell us the entire property would be under construction when we booked the room block. The entire property was a mess. After all of this they had the nerve to ask why we didn't have the actual wedding at the property!! Honestly, if we had planned our wedding there, we would have had to cancel the wedding because the hotel staff had no idea what they were doing just trying to book rooms. Really disappointed. Oh yeah and housekeeping took a dress from our room while cleaning. The dress cost over $300 and is no nowhere to be found despite the fact I spent an hour searching the room before checking out. I have nothing positive to say about my experience at this hotel.
Reviewed on 13-12-2016
Wedding Date 10-12-2016
My now (wife) and I booked a block of rooms for out-of-town wedding guests here. It was a horrible experience. The customer service was poor. They could not even locate our reserved block of rooms when guests were calling to book rooms. They intentionally did not tell us the entire property would be under construction when we booked the room block. The entire property was a mess. After all of this they had the nerve to ask why we didn't have the actual wedding at the property!! Honestly, if we had planned our wedding there, we would have had to cancel the wedding because the hotel staff had no idea what they were doing just trying to book rooms. Really disappointed. Oh yeah and housekeeping took a dress from our room while cleaning. The dress cost over $300 and is no nowhere to be found despite the fact I spent an hour searching the room before checking out. I have nothing positive to say about my experience at this hotel.
Reviewed on 13-12-2016
KRISTIN ANDREEN (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2014
We loved working with the Westin Diplomat. Samantha and the entire staff at the resort made our wedding weekend absolutely perfect. From the accommodations to the little personal touches. We look forward to staying at the Westin Diplomat in the future!
Reviewed on 26-08-2013
Wedding Date 27-06-2014
We loved working with the Westin Diplomat. Samantha and the entire staff at the resort made our wedding weekend absolutely perfect. From the accommodations to the little personal touches. We look forward to staying at the Westin Diplomat in the future!
Reviewed on 26-08-2013
stefaniefle (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-11-2014
I just have to say that I have never gotten a better service than what Samantha Luntz have gaven me! she's easy to work with, willing to help, she always have a smile in her face, she's always on top of everything, SHE'S THE BEST!!!\rthe hotel offers a bunch of spaces for rentals, their food and their service is A++
Reviewed on 22-08-2013
Wedding Date 22-11-2014
I just have to say that I have never gotten a better service than what Samantha Luntz have gaven me! she's easy to work with, willing to help, she always have a smile in her face, she's always on top of everything, SHE'S THE BEST!!!\rthe hotel offers a bunch of spaces for rentals, their food and their service is A++
Reviewed on 22-08-2013
Diane Dolan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-06-2013
Great Hotel, very good service, great hotel rooms\rsomewhat pricey. But worth it.
Reviewed on 03-06-2013
Wedding Date 01-06-2013
Great Hotel, very good service, great hotel rooms\rsomewhat pricey. But worth it.
Reviewed on 03-06-2013
Lisa Schwal (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
Everything about the Westin was top-notch! Carolyn Horton, the coordinator, was simply amazing. She helped out with every little detail along the way. The ceremony, cocktail hour and reception were spectacular. The food and decor were amazing. I would not hesitate to recommend the westin to any couple looking to have a spectacular and memorable wedding! I would do it all again in a heartbeat!
Reviewed on 12-05-2013
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
Everything about the Westin was top-notch! Carolyn Horton, the coordinator, was simply amazing. She helped out with every little detail along the way. The ceremony, cocktail hour and reception were spectacular. The food and decor were amazing. I would not hesitate to recommend the westin to any couple looking to have a spectacular and memorable wedding! I would do it all again in a heartbeat!
Reviewed on 12-05-2013
Meegan Cohen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-04-2012
This location is absolutely amazing and so is Carolyn who is the Director. The food is amazing, there follow up and eagerness to make sure we got everything we needed was spectacular. Definately suggest this location to anyone who is getting married.
Reviewed on 21-05-2012
Wedding Date 14-04-2012
This location is absolutely amazing and so is Carolyn who is the Director. The food is amazing, there follow up and eagerness to make sure we got everything we needed was spectacular. Definately suggest this location to anyone who is getting married.
Reviewed on 21-05-2012
Odalys Bartute (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-11-2011
The Westin Diplomat was a wonderful place to have my wedding. I chose it for the beautiful fountain backdrop, but unfortunately, it rained on my wedding day. I was not able to have the backdrop that I wanted. The reception turned out beautiful. The weather made things a little crazy, so the hotel failed on little things like the correct table seating. I would definitley recommend the GOLF location for an outdoor wedding, but I'd be prepared to have a more pretty altar if the wedding has to be bought inside.
Reviewed on 27-12-2011
Wedding Date 18-11-2011
The Westin Diplomat was a wonderful place to have my wedding. I chose it for the beautiful fountain backdrop, but unfortunately, it rained on my wedding day. I was not able to have the backdrop that I wanted. The reception turned out beautiful. The weather made things a little crazy, so the hotel failed on little things like the correct table seating. I would definitley recommend the GOLF location for an outdoor wedding, but I'd be prepared to have a more pretty altar if the wedding has to be bought inside.
Reviewed on 27-12-2011
Beatrice Exarchos (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-12-2011
Our wedding ceremony and reception were absolutely beautiful! The food was delicious and the service was excelent! Our special thanks to Carolyn Horton, Director of Catering, who went above and beyond our expectations and made this a very special day for us. Thank you, thank you!!!!
Reviewed on 21-12-2011
Wedding Date 03-12-2011
Our wedding ceremony and reception were absolutely beautiful! The food was delicious and the service was excelent! Our special thanks to Carolyn Horton, Director of Catering, who went above and beyond our expectations and made this a very special day for us. Thank you, thank you!!!!
Reviewed on 21-12-2011
Sally Noyer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-07-2011
The wedding was beautiful. The location for the ceremony and the reception were beautiful. Everyone in attendance said it looked like a fairytale. The site was amazing for the pictures and everyone was all smiles. The day was exceptional and the food was a hit. The festivities lasted until late in the night and everyone working that night were so helpful especially Terry Longo. Terry was so helpful when my florist droppped out. She gave us the name of a great florist and everything was perfect at the wedding. There is nothing about the day that I would have changed. Even mother nature held off so we had a beautiful outdoor ceremony. I cannot wait to see all the beautiful pictures from our wonderful photographer, John-Paul Studios. Thnk you to the Diplomat for making our day perfect.
Reviewed on 29-07-2011
Wedding Date 02-07-2011
The wedding was beautiful. The location for the ceremony and the reception were beautiful. Everyone in attendance said it looked like a fairytale. The site was amazing for the pictures and everyone was all smiles. The day was exceptional and the food was a hit. The festivities lasted until late in the night and everyone working that night were so helpful especially Terry Longo. Terry was so helpful when my florist droppped out. She gave us the name of a great florist and everything was perfect at the wedding. There is nothing about the day that I would have changed. Even mother nature held off so we had a beautiful outdoor ceremony. I cannot wait to see all the beautiful pictures from our wonderful photographer, John-Paul Studios. Thnk you to the Diplomat for making our day perfect.
Reviewed on 29-07-2011
Melissa Wadley (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
Our Wedding couldn't have been more Perfect! It truly was everything we had dreamed of and more!
Reviewed on 08-07-2011
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
Our Wedding couldn't have been more Perfect! It truly was everything we had dreamed of and more!
Reviewed on 08-07-2011
lisa dellegrazie (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-12-2010
thank you terry for everything\rmy day went as planned \rmy wedding was fantastic\ri have no complaints
Reviewed on 05-06-2011
Wedding Date 04-12-2010
thank you terry for everything\rmy day went as planned \rmy wedding was fantastic\ri have no complaints
Reviewed on 05-06-2011
Tatiana Anakar (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-05-2011
Very professional, know and think of all the little details. The coordinator Terry really cared and paid attention to all the details as if it was her own wedding!!!! \rThank you so much everyone for helping us to make our special day so magical!!!
Reviewed on 31-05-2011
Wedding Date 15-05-2011
Very professional, know and think of all the little details. The coordinator Terry really cared and paid attention to all the details as if it was her own wedding!!!! \rThank you so much everyone for helping us to make our special day so magical!!!
Reviewed on 31-05-2011
Deanne (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-04-2011
The staff and the wedding coordinator at the Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa were absolutely wonderful. From the day I entered the hotel , it was like entering a spa. The great aroma that loafs through the air, the high ceilings with natural light streaming in, the lavish fountain in the lobby, and even the front door courtesy of the hotel staff is impressive. I knew my guests would love the location as much as I did. The wedding coordinator pretty much held my hand and guided me through every step of the wedding planning with patience, ease, and insightfulness. At times when I didn't know what I wanted, she would customize and organize things in such a way that it made it easier to make a decision. I can truly say she is an expert at what she does. We visited the hotel on a few occasions before the wedding and the staff was always warm and friendly. I can compare it to Disneyland in the sense of awe every time you entered and encountered the staff. On the day of the wedding, the wedding coordinator helped make it the most memorable day of our lives from her organization and dedication to our specifications. I can truly say that I don't think my wedding would have been any more beautiful if it were somewhere else. It has been one month since our wedding and I am still getting compliments about how beautiful everything was and went on the day- and I love it!! I am in awe of the fantastic service they provide. I would recommend the Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa to future couples looking for a venue for their wedding. It will leave a lasting impression on their minds as it did ours. \rxoxo\rDeanne & Don Leach\r
Reviewed on 18-05-2011
Wedding Date 17-04-2011
The staff and the wedding coordinator at the Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa were absolutely wonderful. From the day I entered the hotel , it was like entering a spa. The great aroma that loafs through the air, the high ceilings with natural light streaming in, the lavish fountain in the lobby, and even the front door courtesy of the hotel staff is impressive. I knew my guests would love the location as much as I did. The wedding coordinator pretty much held my hand and guided me through every step of the wedding planning with patience, ease, and insightfulness. At times when I didn't know what I wanted, she would customize and organize things in such a way that it made it easier to make a decision. I can truly say she is an expert at what she does. We visited the hotel on a few occasions before the wedding and the staff was always warm and friendly. I can compare it to Disneyland in the sense of awe every time you entered and encountered the staff. On the day of the wedding, the wedding coordinator helped make it the most memorable day of our lives from her organization and dedication to our specifications. I can truly say that I don't think my wedding would have been any more beautiful if it were somewhere else. It has been one month since our wedding and I am still getting compliments about how beautiful everything was and went on the day- and I love it!! I am in awe of the fantastic service they provide. I would recommend the Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa to future couples looking for a venue for their wedding. It will leave a lasting impression on their minds as it did ours. \rxoxo\rDeanne & Don Leach\r
Reviewed on 18-05-2011
Jessica O'Keefe (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-02-2011
After searching all sorts of venues, from Bal Harbor to Fort Lauderdale, we set our sights on The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood. We couldn't be happier with our decision. The staff was great, and the setting was PERFECT! Our guests all said that it was the best wedding they had ever attended. I would highly recommend this venue for weddings and social events. You won't be disappointed!
Reviewed on 16-05-2011
Wedding Date 26-02-2011
After searching all sorts of venues, from Bal Harbor to Fort Lauderdale, we set our sights on The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood. We couldn't be happier with our decision. The staff was great, and the setting was PERFECT! Our guests all said that it was the best wedding they had ever attended. I would highly recommend this venue for weddings and social events. You won't be disappointed!
Reviewed on 16-05-2011
Marilyn De Jesus (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-04-2011
The service was outstanding, thanks very much to the entire staff that help us putting together this wedding in less than 3 months. Special thanks to our Catering Manager, Terry Longo for been so helpful, we appreciate it! We had a great time and we are looking forward for more celebrations in this location...it was awesome!
Reviewed on 18-04-2011
Wedding Date 09-04-2011
The service was outstanding, thanks very much to the entire staff that help us putting together this wedding in less than 3 months. Special thanks to our Catering Manager, Terry Longo for been so helpful, we appreciate it! We had a great time and we are looking forward for more celebrations in this location...it was awesome!
Reviewed on 18-04-2011
joni scalzo (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-10-2007
I am an independent wedding planner and have planned many weddings at the Westin Diplomat. It is a beautiful venue - the hotel, the food and the service are all outstanding. \rLast weekend, I worked a wedding with Terry Longo as the Catering Manager. The event was flawless and the bride and her family said it was a dream come true.\rIf you are planning a wedding, call the Westin Diplomat Catering Team and go for a site visit. I am confident you will be happy you did.\rJoni Your Special Day by Joni
Reviewed on 22-03-2011
Wedding Date 13-10-2007
I am an independent wedding planner and have planned many weddings at the Westin Diplomat. It is a beautiful venue - the hotel, the food and the service are all outstanding. \rLast weekend, I worked a wedding with Terry Longo as the Catering Manager. The event was flawless and the bride and her family said it was a dream come true.\rIf you are planning a wedding, call the Westin Diplomat Catering Team and go for a site visit. I am confident you will be happy you did.\rJoni Your Special Day by Joni
Reviewed on 22-03-2011
Jana Sylvester (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-12-2012
I can't say enough about the service, food and best day of my life. Terry Longo was extremely organized and helped in every aspect up to and through the day of the event. The location has so many options that it was hard to decide on where I finally choose to have the ceremony and reception. Our guests were so impressed by this location with the beach, golf, spa, kids club, tennis and more! I look forward to my anniversary there!
Reviewed on 31-12-2010
Wedding Date 12-12-2012
I can't say enough about the service, food and best day of my life. Terry Longo was extremely organized and helped in every aspect up to and through the day of the event. The location has so many options that it was hard to decide on where I finally choose to have the ceremony and reception. Our guests were so impressed by this location with the beach, golf, spa, kids club, tennis and more! I look forward to my anniversary there!
Reviewed on 31-12-2010
Michelle Hood (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-02-2010
This was a beautiful location. The staff is amazing.
Reviewed on 23-08-2010
20 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.45 out of 5.0Wedding Date 13-02-2010
This was a beautiful location. The staff is amazing.
Reviewed on 23-08-2010
Contact Info for The Diplomat Beach Resort
| Contact | Value |
|---|---|
| https://www.facebook.com/thediplomatbeachresort/ | |
| X (Twitter) | diplomatflorida |
| The Diplomat Beach Resort | |
| diplomatbeachresort | |
| Website | www.diplomatresort.com |
| Phone | (954) 602-8500 |
| Address | 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, 33019 |
| weddings@diplomatresort.com |
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