The Pillars Hotel & ClubvsThe Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, The Pillars Hotel Fort Lauderdale ranks significantly better than The Diplomat Beach Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton. The Pillars Hotel Fort Lauderdale has a TripExpert Score of 95 with accolades from 10 sources such as DK Eyewitness, oyster.com and Lonely Planet.
The Pillars Hotel & Club Show All Reviews
111 N Birch Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
From $439/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"What makes this B&B such a hidden gem is its affable, unflappable staff: They help make the place feel more like a private home than a hotel."
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Make sure to spend some time at the hotel's charming free-form pool.
Fodor's
"This elegant boutique gem, sandwiched between Fort Lauderdale beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, rarely falls below capacity since it invariably lands on reader's choice lists."
DK Eyewitness
"A sublime hideaway on the Intracoastal Waterway, this British Colonial Caribbean-style retreat has lavish rooms with rich furnishings."
Rough Guide
Star
"Quiet, intimate British-colonial-style hotel with plush rooms, antique furniture, lush gardens and a pool, sitting just a block from the ocean on the Intracoastal. $285."
Michelin Guide
"Bordering the busy Intracoastal Waterway, this upscale urban oasis cultivates British Colonial Cachet in decor and personal attention."
Star Service
"Located just north of Las Olas Boulevard, two blocks west of the A1A, this small luxury inn offers some of the most stylish accommodations in Fort Lauderdale." Full review
Jetsetter
"Boutique hotel in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, with a pool and buzzy waterfront restaurant." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
95.9
"Situated on New River Sound, a block from the beach, this classic Art Deco hotel is “a delightful, polished, intimate gem directly on the Intracoastal Waterway." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Tucked away on the Intracoastal side of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pillars Hotel is a charming, historic boutique property with a kidney-shaped swimming pool and orange-striped lounge chairs." Full review
Time Out
"Small and luxurious, the Pillars Hotel is also distinguished by its waterway location and attractive colonial/plantation decor." Full review
The Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton
3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL 33019
From $215/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Diplomat is a 1,060-room, full-service beach resort -- the only one of its kind in the somewhat desolate area -- loaded with amenities." Full review
Concierge
"Though the H-shaped, sorta Deco design may be unimpressive, the facilities are outstanding."
Fodor's
"This colossal 39-story contemporary property has been instrumental in bringing style and pizzazz to Hollywood Beach with its massive, 60-foot-high atrium and casual-chic guest rooms."
Gayot
"A mega beach resort with a rich history."
Forbes Travel Guide
"Since first opening its doors in 1958, The Diplomat Beach Resort has
played host to a roster of A-list guests, from the Kennedys and the Rat Pack to
Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli." Full review