The Diplomat Beach Resort

This opulent Hollywood resort is situated between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, crossing the ground between the beach and the Intracoastal, so it's essentially surrounded by water. The hotel reopened in 2017 after a $100 million refurbishment, with 1,000 rooms and suites, the majority of which have views of the surf. Depending on which side of the resort you are on, the color palette in your room will be either dawn or sunset. The lobby is spectacular, with floor-to-ceiling windows at the back, which house the indoor-outdoor wraparound Hotel Bar. There are also eight notable restaurant concepts in the lobby, ranging from Geoffrey Zakarian's Point Royal to the Diplomat Prime Steak House.

While the beach offers jet skiing, ocean kayaking, and paddleboard rentals, younger family members also appreciate the Dip + Slide water park, where the slides end in a lagoon pool. Parents may keep an eye on their children while enjoying the poolside spa and lunch service. The kids' club, Ocean Ambassadors, relieves parents of duty so that they can enjoy The Diplomat Golf Club and The Diplomat Tennis Center, too.

Category: Boutique
Location: Hollywood, Florida
Typical starting/peak prices: $219/$329
Best for: Families, couples, friends

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