The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel within easy reach of Fort Lauderdale Beach
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Courtyard
Courtyard
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
Beach nearby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 21.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 19.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Las Olas Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 14 min drive
  • Boca Raton, FL (BCT) - 32 min drive
  • Miami, FL (OPF-Opa Locka Executive) - 40 min drive
  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 43 min drive
  • Miami, FL (MPB-Public Seaplane Base) - 45 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale Station - 16 min drive
  • Hollywood Station - 17 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale Airport Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elbo Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Blonde's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rock Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Drunken Taco - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Drift Hotel

The Drift Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and parasailing. Also, Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness centre
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1941
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Travel cot
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Gigi's Beach
Gigi's Beach Resort
Gigi's Resort
Gigi's Resort Beach
Gigi`s Resort By The Beach Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Drift Hotel Fort Lauderdale
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Drift Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Drift Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Drift Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Drift Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Drift Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Drift Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but The Casino at Dania Beach (13-min drive) and Isle Casino and Racing (18-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Drift Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and jet-skiing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. The Drift Hotel also has a garden.
Does The Drift Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio and a garden.
What's the area around The Drift Hotel like?
The Drift Hotel is located near Fort Lauderdale Beach in East Fort Lauderdale, a short 16-minute walk from Fort Lauderdale Beach Park and 10 minutes' walk from Las Olas Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

The Drift Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Under whelming hotel experience
The beds were fine but that’s all there was 2 queen beds a small night stand and light, refrigerator that had mold and a tv that had the most shoddy internet we have ever seen. For some reason, they had two windows open that we didn’t know we’re open and then we realize they were because they said the cleaning lady said there was a smell and I thought it was really scary. Actually maybe somebody would actually climb in. We are on the second floor it didn’t matter there was nothing behind but trees, so we closed it because it was opened with a plastic hanger and then the bathroom was so small. They have a showerhead that’s right up on top in the middle of the shower and they have a glass door and I’m sorry I didn’t take pictures that you couldn’t even turn it on without getting your hair wet . So we used a crest toothpaste to turn it on so we didn’t get wet, but there was nowhere to stand. If you don’t wanna get your hair wet and the shower because the huge spray is a big square water spray that was just in the middle on top sprayed With a cloth shower curtain to close by the glass shower door very confusing will never stay there again ever. Also, they said there’s 15 places to park there’s only 10 nobody knows how to park in the parking spot so I had to park where you walk in the gate in my big truck and the person that ran the place that had to move his car so I can move in the gate and then he could park behind me luckily, the next night I found a spot, but it was so tight.
Lisa, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Scarlett, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andreas, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Just OK
It was not as good as what was presented. Arm chair was dirty. Wires for tv hanging from wall. Wi fi not working. No view at all.
Tim, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The property is old and needs some renovations. Location is good. Good for a day or two to stay.
Francois, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sophie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great affordable spot in the best location! And across street from the ocean!
Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and friendly
Not meant for the people expecting top notch first class service. This is a family owned and run business. Very hard working family that is more than happy to help with any issues you may have. They do have beach towels and several chairs to bring to beach. Coffee and microwave are located in the office for use. Very quiet place to stay
Sean, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A Great Fit for Our Needs
Great location to the beach and restaurants at a great value. Clean room, courteous and friendly staff. Free parking as well.
Dale, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Jordan, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Run down but great location.
Room had mildew and smelt of mold. I believe we overpaid for what we got. The motel is right near the beach and had a great location. Would suggest getting dehumidifiers in each room.
Olivia, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Jasmine, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Matthew, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Do Not Recommend For Anyone
Very disappointed in this property. As soon as we walked in the office and saw the condition it was in I wish we would have turned right around. Very old building that is not well maintained. Room had a very odd smell, our feet turned black after walking barefoot on the floor and tv was stuck on a connect to internet screen and the front desk didn’t know how to fix it. Lamps at the bedside did not work, no washcloths in the bathroom and water in the shower was scorching hot. Would not recommend this to anyone trying to relax after a nice day in beautiful Ft. Lauderdale.
Randall, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ashley, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Brandon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was a great location. One block off the beach. It looks like there was recent renovation. Bathroom remodel with a nice walk-in shower. Furniture looked newer. Ask for a second floor room.. noisy on the first floor.
Stephen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Alice, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

OK but not great
We stayed here one night before embarking on a cruise. It was clean enough but I was a little thrown in the morning getting into the shower when I noticed the soap and wrapper from the previous occupants were still there. A little artwork on the walls would go a long way to add a little charm as well. No chair in the room either. Staff was not particularly helpful .
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ashley, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Horrible hotel
4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Jason, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Karl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Blanca, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Blanca, 3-night business trip
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