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About this vendor

Gabriela Valois-Velez
Gabriela Valois-Velez
Catering Sales Manager

Pacific Islander-owned

68 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

The Diplomat Beach Resort is a waterfront wedding venue in Hollywood, Florida, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. This stunning property offers a range of settings and services to make your big day a success.

Facilities and Capacity

Imagine an oceanfront ceremony with the soft sand and crystal waters of Holywood Beach as your backdrop. Alternatively, exchange vows indoors with flooding natural light and subtle coastal-inspired decor. Enjoy a fun poolside cocktail party and reception where you can soak up the sun. The resort also offers a 50,000-square-foot grand ballroom, perfect for large celebrations. With various indoor and outdoor options, the possibilities at The Diplomat Beach Resort are limitless. Offering ample space, this venue can accommodate over 300 guests. After the celebrations, you and your loved ones can enjoy an extended stay at the resort.

Services Offered

The team at The Diplomat Beach Resort believes that the start of this next chapter in your lives deserves to be a memorable occasion. In-house wedding and event planners will work with you to create a personalized experience. Whether you envision an intimate gathering or an extravagant celebration, they will be by your side to make it happen. Beyond offering expert planning services, this venue provides on-site bar and catering services. The culinary team will go above and beyond to ensure your dining experience is full of flavor and friendly service. On your big day, the resort staff will be on-site to set up and clean up so you can focus on savoring every moment.

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$75

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Resort
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September

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Reviews of The Diplomat Beach Resort

Weddingwire
4.8/5 39 reviews
Google
4.3/5 9747 reviews
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Brett Sent on 12/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding!

We had our wedding held at the Diplomat this past Oct and couldn't be happier! Everyone was very attentive and helpful. Linda did a great job and made us feel very comfortable throughout the planning process and on our wedding day. The food was excellent as well! We highly recommend the Diplomat.
M
Marie Sent on 12/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Great Hotel, Food was excellent!
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Stacy Sent on 09/09/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Great Food. Caterer was great to work with. They helped us a lot.
Very Cooperative, just a little Pricey on the F&B
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Liz Sent on 07/24/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Great Food, Great Service and the Catering person was very Helpful!
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Vane Sent on 04/01/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at the beautiful country club. I visited at least 10 venues and what I found in some of them were rude coordinators who take their jobs for granted. At the westin diplomat country club, I worked with Ossy Lopez, who is a sweetheart and really cares about the bride and the wedding. Overall, the staff was were friendly, the food really good, everything was good and I will definitely recommend to the brides out there, please do not look only for the beautiful venue but for the perfect service and attention as well.
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Debra Sent on 10/03/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Great Food, Great Hotel rooms for my out of town guests, a little pricey on the F&B
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User1082820 Sent on 02/01/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at the Westin Diplomat in Hollywood , Fl. The venue , food and atmosphere was wonderful. I had Malely Cowan as our banquet coordinator, she was WONDERFUL. Always, responsive, pleasant, and on the ball about everything. She made everything absolutely wonderful this day. My husband and I are not from florida, and we thought she made everything so easy and wonderful, I cannot give her enough praises. Everyone loved our venue and we are so happy with everything at the Westin. We also had a lovely cake and met with the pastry chef who did a fantastic job with the decor.
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Beatrice Sent on 12/25/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding ceremony and reception were absolutely beautiful! The food was delicious and the service was excellent! 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!

Beatrice & Giovani
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Sejal Sent on 12/20/2011
5 out of 5 rating
The Westin Diplomat speaks for itself with its setting and truly stunning location. This review is more focused on the remarkably helpful, professional, detail-oriented, friendly staff you will find there. Malely Cowan was remarkable in her job - one tiny example out of hundreds: the day of the wedding, she personally arrived to my bridal suite to take care of last minute details we'd forgotten. She and Carolyn Horton were so responsive in their emails, easy to work with, and helpful that I'd felt like they were friends by the end of the process. The Diplomat gave me the wedding of my dreams, and even though it's somewhat pricier than a few other options, it really is worth every cent and then some. Plus, they worked with me to make it all fit in the budget I was aiming for. I would absolutely recommend working with them -- from Day 1, they have been there every step of the way. In terms of facilities: yes, the Westin is gorgeous. :) The food was spectacular, I am STILL hearing compliments (nonstop this past week), and the decor/ambience cannot be topped. Thanks, Malely, Carolyn, and the Diplomat, for the wedding of my dreams. Excellent!
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Lisa Sent on 06/05/2011
5 out of 5 rating
terry was great
i was very happy with the way everything turned out
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
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Nhung & Brett
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Ashley & Jason
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Laura & Fabian
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Team

Gabriela Valois-Velez
Gabriela Valois-Velez
Catering Sales Manager
Jennifer Vitrella
Jennifer Vitrella
Senior Catering Manager

Professional Network & Endorsements

Calligraphy by Angela Calligraphy by Angela Wedding Invitations

I recommend the services of The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa to make your Wedding Day that very special day you always wanted,that will be remembered and cherished by you and all your guests for many years to come. ~~ Angela Neik, www.calligraphybyangela.com Dallas Calligrapher 214 957 2155

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The Diplomat Beach Resort frequently asked questions

The Diplomat Beach Resort includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Diplomat Beach Resort includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Diplomat Beach Resort includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Diplomat Beach Resort for wedding events is known for:
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
The Diplomat Beach Resort offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Diplomat Beach Resort offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Diplomat Beach Resort offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
The Diplomat Beach Resort offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Diplomat Beach Resort is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
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