It is no wonder meeting planners and companies continue to pick Hollywood, FL as one of the most popular meeting destinations in Florida. From executive incentives and meetings to trade shows and citywide events, Hollywood, FL has something for everyone, thanks to an incredible range of properties, venues and attractions.
Top 3 Reasons to have your meeting or convention in Hollywood, FL
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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Convenient location between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. 10 minutes from FLL and 30 minutes from MIA airports. Hollywood is easily accessible via I-95 or the Florida Turnpike.
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GREAT AMENITIES including hotels, meeting space, restaurants, and local activities. Hollywood has over 5,000 hotel rooms and 300,000 square feet of flexible function space.
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Warm Florida sun and fresh ocean breezes. Award winning Blue Wave Beaches and ideal year-round climate make Hollywood a hit with all groups.
Hollywood offers a vast offering of international restaurants and venues that can set the mood for exciting meetings and events. Historic Downtown boasts an eclectic mix of trendy bistros and sidewalk cafés, Zagat-rated restaurants, lively pubs and jazz clubs, unique boutiques and art galleries.
BILLY'S STONE CRAB TYPE OF CUISINE: Stone Crabs/Seafood
PRIVATE DINING CAP: 36 downstairs, 40 dockside, 130 upstairs Details
400 N Ocean Dr. Hollywood FL www.Crabs.com
954-394-1915
Floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views of the nightly yacht parade on the Intracoastal Waterway, with dockage for yachts up to 140 feet long.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 200
This cozy bistro offers seating inside or out, and the food is Argentine with Italian flair. A small pot, filled with chimichurri—a paste made of oregano, parsley, olive oil, salt, garlic, and crushed pepper—for spreading on steaks, sits on each table.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: C | MAX CAP: 50
Casual waterfront dining on the Broadwalk. Lavish breakfast buffet seven days a week. Lunch features include fresh salads, grilled fresh fish, and burgers. For dinner enjoy the Chef's creations of the freshest ingredients with a Caribbean twist.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: C | MAX CAP: 125
SUGAR REEF TYPE OF CUISINE: Tropical French
PRIVATE DINING CAP: Can rent out to private parties Details
Oceanfront dining on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, enjoy tropical flavors with a traditional touch and enjoy breathtaking views in a sophisticated yet casual setting.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: C | MAX CAP: 90
French cuisine at reasonable prices in a casual French bistro ambiance., with an emphasis on fresh fish and prepared by award winning Chef Laurent Tasic.
PRICE RANGE: $$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 200
LOLA'S ON HARRISON TYPE OF CUISINE: American/Contemporary
PRIVATE DINING CAP: 60, plus 30 outdoor Details
Lola's on Harrison is an elegantly cozy dining destination showcasing chef/owner Michael Wagner's mouthwatering contemporary American cuisine.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: C | MAX CAP: 60
FULVIO'S 1900 TYPE OF CUISINE: Italian
PRIVATE DINING CAP: 25 upstairs dining in the wine room Details
Enjoy sophisticated/upscale Italian restaurant like veal chops, lamb chops, steak and pasta, along with award-winning wines in an elegant setting.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 100
La Piazza's main focus is northern Italian food; new age cuisine with a touch of tradition. Patrons can dine in one of three sections.
PRICE RANGE: $$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 235
At Nakorn Grill, your sophisticated Sushi/Thai tastes are served, including specials such as Tom Yum Goong (shrimp, limejuice in lemongrass broth), Pad Thai and Chili Fish (Red Snapper). A family-owned business for more than seven years in Hollywood.
PRICE RANGE: $$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 82 inside, and 20 on patio
115 S. 20th Ave., Hollywood, FL www.paellas.com
954-925-0050
La Barraca offers authentic Spanish cuisine in a relaxing environment and accompanied by a fine Spanish wines selection and beautiful Flamenco dancing.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: C | MAX CAP: 200
Spice Resto Lounge features live Latin music and events, and the menu highlights "Latin fusion cuisine" that combines Latin foods with others from throughout the world.
PRICE RANGE: $$ | ATTIRE: C | MAX CAP: 275
SAS HOLLYWOOD TYPE OF CUISINE: International American
PRIVATE DINING CAP: 10 people in VIP lounge Details
SAS Hollywood features a state-of-the-art sound and light system, and a cozy VIP section with boudoir accourtrements. The menú features appetizers, salads, sándwiches and pizza.
PRICE RANGE: $$ | ATTIRE: D/C
Mama Mia offers a variety of fine Italian cusine and wines at reasonable prices, set around Young Circle, with indoor and outdoor dining available.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 250
A taste of Japan with world renowned sushi chefs from Miami, Manhattan and direct from Japan. The Sushi Room also features more than 15 unique sake drinks.
PRICE RANGE: $$$ | ATTIRE: D/C | MAX CAP: 50
A local favorite featuring Irish specialities and a full range of beer.
PRICE RANGE: $$ | ATTIRE: C
If you're looking to host a distinctive Florida event – look no further than Hollywood.
Where the Atlantic ocean, intracoastal waterway, and natural offerings culminate to become a memorable spot for unforgettable occasions. Let the Hollywood Office of Tourism help you plan a one-of-a-kind event.
300 Connecticut St, Hollywood, FL www.visitHollywoodfl.org
Charnow Park, 954-921-3404
Garfield Community Center, 954-921-3600
Charnow Park and Garfield Street Community Center offers breathing view of Hollywood Beach. An ideal venue for indoor and outdoor events with beach access just steps away. Located on Hollywood Broadwalk.
The Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park is a two-site facility off Sheridan Street and operated by Broward County. The Nature Center features 6,060 square foot Mangrove Hall (210 capacity) which is popular for celebrations and corporate meetings, and a 250-capactiy Outdoor Amphitheater. The West Park site features open-air pavilions and grassy lawns.
ARTSPARK AT YOUNG CIRCLE AMENITIES: Temp. stage – 40’ x 30’. PA rental and tech staff available.
MAX CAPACITY: Depends on event/venue Details
A unique setting for a corporate event. The ArtsPark at Young Circle is adjacent to Downtown Hollywood, convenient from I-95. The 10-acre park is available for indoor and outdoor events, and hosts festivals year round. There is a large stage for performances and an indoor Art Pavilion for cocktail parties and receptions.
HOLLYWOOD BEACH BROADWALK AMENITIES: Parking available in public parking garages, public restrooms
MAX CAPACITY: Depends on event/venue Details
Between Sheridan St. & Hollywood Blvd.
954-924-2980
Hollywood's newly renovated oceanfront Broadwalk provides the perfect setting for beach events. From a casual beach barbecue, barefoot elegance social event or intimate wedding to team building, sporting or concert events, Hollywood is where you want to Beach. Permits required for all beach events.
Discover a true oasis, a little slice of Paradise... just far enough from the hustle and bustle of the hotels and highways. Relax at the pristine beach. Swim in the beautiful, clear, blue ocean. Snorkel at the nearby coral reef. Enjoy family fun in the canoes, kayaks and paddleboats. As you delight with lunch at The Loggerhead Café, you’ll find yourself surrounded in the natural beauty of one of South Florida’s best kept secrets. Ask us about our full catering and private events under our tent.
Crowne Plaza offers 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space as well as an outdoor Waterway Pavilion that accommodates 355 guests. Onsite catering services are available.
HOLIDAY INN FORT LAUDERDALE/HOLLYWOOD AIRPORT TOTAL NUMBER OF HOTEL ROOMS: 150
TOTAL MEETING SPACE: 2,100 sq. ft. dividable Ballroom, Boardroom and large outdoor Terrace with seating for 200
LARGEST MEETING ROOM: Grand Ballroom Details
The Holiday Inn Fort Lauderdale Airport offers flexible meeting space and Terrace seating for corporate meetings or a banquet breakfast, lunch, dinner or reception. Plan your wedding ceremony or reception at our poolside waterfall! Call our Catering Department for more information.
HOLLYWOOD BEACH MARRIOTT TOTAL NUMBER OF HOTEL ROOMS: 229
TOTAL MEETING SPACE: 6,634 sq. ft.
LARGEST MEETING ROOM: 4,674 sq. ft. Details
The Hollywood Beach Marriott offers 6,634 square feet of total meeting space. The Grand Ballroom, the largest of seven meeting rooms, can accommodate 350 guests. Catering services are available.
40,000 square-feet of meeting and exhibit space is available including a 16,000 square foot grand ballroom divisible into eight sections and several smaller rooms for break outs or board meetings. A 7,000 square foot poolside function area is also available.
WESTIN DIPLOMAT RESORT & SPA TOTAL NUMBER OF HOTEL ROOMS: 1,000
TOTAL MEETING SPACE: 209,000 sq. ft.
LARGEST MEETING ROOM: 50,000 sq. ft. Details
Over 200,000 square feet of meeting space at the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa includes the 50,000-square-foot column-free Great Hall, four ballrooms ranging from 9,000 to 20,000 square feet, 39 breakout rooms and several boardrooms. Services include onsite audio/video staff, and satellite and T-1 connections for high-speed Internet access and videoconferencing.
Let us help your group organize a fun dinner activity with a "Dine Around" in one of a kind Downtown Hollywood. Downtown Hollywood is home to the area's most delicious dining, from seared steak to fresh local seafood. Downtown is also home to unique boutiques, art galleries, hip nightclubs and cultured hotspots, such as the newly renovated 10-acre interactive ArtsPark at Young Circle. A Dine Around includes 3 or 4 Course Dinner Pre-Fixe Menu Offerings ranging from $20 per person to $45 per person at selected restaurants. Click here for a sample Dine Around brochure. Transportation can be arranged through the Hollywood Trolley.
