Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa

Nikki Marina

by goingsolo about Nikki Marina

Nikki Marina is an indoor and outdoor restaurant right across the street from the Westin Diplomat hotel. The marina area has an outdoor bar and a couple of shops which surround the large square right by the water. Its a pretty spot for lunch on a sunny day or to hang out in the evening.

The restaurant and bar is most known for its Thursday night bar scene, but the food is pretty good. It is a bit on the pricey side, but you get a nice atmosphere and view along with your meal. We went for lunch and the menu was mostly seafood, with some salads and sandwiches thrown in. The average entree is $15-$18 and its not a great deal of food. But the staff was friendly and the service was great. We were told that there is a Sunday brunch here which sounded interesting, but haven't been back to check it out. The sashimi was fresh and delicious.

Mediocre Italian

by PinkFloydActuary about The Cafe

Located in the Westin Diplomat, I expected this to be everyday food, but for dinner, they serve an Italian menu. The ambience is fairly nice, it's quiet, dimly lit, and looks out onto the pool area of the resort. The waiters are attentive. You'll have a choice of $3 bottles of water to start, followed by a selection of breads and spreads. The menu is pretty diverse, with a lot of different types of Italian dishes. I went with a pasta with fresh tomatoes, basil, and shrimp.

While the food I had was pretty decent, I expected a lot more for the price I paid (about $30 after tip with only the bottle of water.) It simply fell short of my expectations. The Cafe is the most reasonably priced of the on-site restaurants, but the food doesn't justify the price they charge. Try Nikkis Marina across the street.

Felt like a Queen

by A TripAdvisor Member

Just back from long weekend at the Westin Diplomat Resort. This is a beautiful 39 story property. Right when you drive into the driveway, you feel quite welcome. Checkin was easy. Room was huge. Beds were ultra comfy. The most comfortable bed I've ever had in a hotel room.$12 resort fee includes acces to both of the helth clubs and transportation to the Diplomat Country Club where they have the golf course. Bathroom products are very nice. Each room has internet access.Housing keeping was very good and prompt. Hotel is HUGE to say the least. Everything about this property is grand. Elevators to room are very fast. Hotel was sold out while we were there, however because of the magnitude of the property, we never felt it was too crowded.There are quite a few restaurants here. There is also a 24 hour in room dining which was excellent and fast. Everything was perfect from the service to the luxury and decoration of the property, this hotel is definetly what south florida needed.

***Fantastic***

by A TripAdvisor Member

Wow... I just have to say that everything was great at this hotel. From the service and attention of the staff to the decoration and luxury of the entire hotel. I had a fantastic time and I will recomend this hotel to everyone I know. Very nice rooms, pool area, boutique, and fitness facilities. (Yes they have more than one health club) I LOVED IT Thanks to everyone that made possible this dream come true. Pauline G.

Beautiful Hotel - Very expensive restaurants

by A TripAdvisor Member

We went to the Westin Resort to celebrate our first year anniversary. We started off with duet massages at the Westin Country Club; which I told my husband I can get used to. We had a beautiful oceanfront grand deluxe room. We took advantage of the tub which was overlooking the bedroom and had a romantic bubble bath . The bathroom was my favorite part of the room. Didn't care much for the goose down comforter I thought it was a little heavy for my taste. We had dinner at the Hollywood Prime (talk about expensive). They waiter is more like a salesguy trying to sell us a filet mignon that must have cost $100. My husband had the lambchops; which I tasted and thought they tasted like rotten meat. ($48). I had an african lobster tail; which was not bad. But ($35) for one lobster tail was a little steep. Well enough said my husband spent most of the following day in the bathroom with an upset stomach. The hotel is gorgeous, the views are nice, the pool area is beautiful and romantic. Take a taxi and go elsewhere to eat.

gorgeous and relaxing

by TripAdvisor Member mkv4ou

My family just returned from The Diplomat from a tennis convention and had a wonderful time. The hotel is breathtaking, the views from your room are are so beautiful ( make sure you get ocean side). I have 2 children ages 3 and 7 and they loved the pools. Our only complaints were the prices at restaurants ( kids menu great and prices good) and the Westin kids club ages are 5 and up so we couldn't enjoy the nicer restaurants. Hollywood was a big dissapointment, drive to Ft. Lauderdale or Miami if you want to leave the hotel. The staff are very friendly, with the acception of one valet attendant who was mad when we didn't have change for his tip (only one time out of a 9 day stay). The "candyman" which my kids named was so nice and gave all of the kids hershey kisses. Joe Theisman was there for the Miami game and Amanda the guest from the tv show Paradise Hotel works at the front desk, which my husband thought was the best thing about the hotel! Fabulous staff and very friendly. We recommend upgrading $40 to get concierge level, great breakfast items and afternoon snack, cheaper than a small breakfast room service order. Would definately come back.

There's another Hollywood?

by PinkFloydActuary

"Home of the 2006 Actuarial Conference"

The 2006 conference was held in Hollywood, FL (between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale). Due to the location of the conference (the Westin Diplomat), I didn't get to see much of Hollywood other than the beach and a portion of the Boardwalk until my last day. The water, as you can see, was simply beautiful. The excessive heat and humidity of June made things a little uncomfortable, and probably jaded my opinion a little bit.