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With its art deco curves rising 39 stories high, the Westin Diplomat is a sight to behold. Step inside and there are more wonders, with the soaring 60ft atrium ceiling of glass in the lobby the only one of its kind in the south. Accommodation is lavish with every modern amenity you could wish for, including Westin's signature Heavenly Bed and Heavenly Bath, making it very hard to leave your room! If you do though, you'll be well rewarded with an extensive range of first-rate amenities to hand, including 2 oceanfront pools and a waterfront marina with Aizia, an exquisite Asian fusion restaurant, which becomes the night spot in the late evening and Rivals, upscale Sports Bar offering mouth-watering appetizers, American dishes and unique cocktails. The resort is the home of an 18-hole Championship golf course, spread over 155 acres with a driving range, practice putting, chipping greens, PGA golf instruction and pro shop. There's also a tennis centre and a European-style spa with a full range of treatments to tempt you. For fine dining, look no further than Hollywood Prime, the hotel's signature restaurant serving delicious cuisine made from local ingredients accompanied by an extensive wine list. BarSu is a great place to enjoy pre-dinner drinks with the Café and Common Grounds perfect for grabbing coffee and sandwiches to go. If you've young children, the Westin Kids' Club will keep them more than happy with a fun-packed range of activities, whilst parents enjoy some well earned time out.
Where is it?
On the beach 2 miles from downtown Hollywood, between Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach. Complimentary shuttle service every 30 min, between Westin Diplomat's beach locations and Golf & Spa location. Transfer time from airport: 45 min.
Getting around
Self and Valet parking available at a local charge.
Eats and drinks
8 restaurants including Hollywood Prime (fine dining), Aizia (Asian-style fare), Rivals Waterfront Sports Grille with open kitchen, BarSu, the Café, Common Grounds (coffee bar), Links Restaurant & Lounge.
Entertainment
Aizia, music and dancing (open Thu-Sat).
Fun and games
Infinity pool with see-through bottom and waterfalls, freeform lagoon pool, 2 spa tubs and private cabanas for hire. The Westin Kids' Club. Golf & spa location, with 18-hole Championship golf course and 10-clay court tennis centre.
Handy stuff
24-hour fitness centre, Gift shop. Babysitting (on request, local charge). Sundry shop, spa boutique, tennis pro shop, golf pro shop.
Room info
952 rooms, spread over the resorts beach location and golf & spa location. Superior guest rooms with air-conditioning, 2 double Westin Heavenly Beds, Westin Heavenly Bath, cable TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, high-speed Internet access, mini-bar, tea/coffee maker, safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, iron and board. Rooms with 2 double beds, sleep max 4 people. Deluxe Rooms as above but with balcony with either city or Intracoastal Waterway views. Grand Deluxe Rooms as above but with balcony and beachfront views.