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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel within easy reach of Fort Lauderdale Beach

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Courtyard
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Courtyard
Beach nearby
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Located near Fort Lauderdale Beach, The Drift Hotel offers a welcoming vibe with its lush garden and convenient laundry facilities. Enjoy the perks of free in-room WiFi, self parking, express check-in and out services, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Guests rave about the overall value, helpful staff and ideal location.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen 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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Port Everglades - 13 min drive - 10.2 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 Bonnet House Museum and Gardens 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
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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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Drift Fort Lauderdale
The Drift Hotel Hotel
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The Drift Hotel Hotel Fort Lauderdale

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 13-minute walk from Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and 10 minutes' walk from Las Olas Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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The Drift Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Adorable place right by the ocean. The staff were super friendly and it was the perfect spot for a solo female traveler.
April, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good, not great!
For being the cheapest place on the beach by far this was a great option. Not sure we would stay here again but was fine for what we needed!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beachy vibes
Super cute hotel. It had a beachy vibe. Great location. The room we had was cosy and clean. Great hotel for a quick stay.
Christina, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Pretty good, but nothing special
This place is fine for one night but like others in the area, it's an $80 hotel masquerading as a $180 one. The price definitely preys on cruisers to the local port everglades, but what can you do? I would stay here again, but only if the price was more reasonable than this visit.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

It was convent for where I had to be put its nothing to brag about a bed and bathroom. No draws it felt like a very clean jail cell. The maid never cleaned our room nor did they speak english. Unfortunatly will not go back
Gina, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy walking to the beach and dinning.
Roberta, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good for a 1 night stay!
Kimberly, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Small, great conditions, silent in the night. Excellent for what we need for a night.
Angel C Lopez, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff is great and rooms were nice!
Jessica Mary, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

good value nice area
DIANE, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place. Great staff.
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot
Danny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lady that checked us in was super-helpful, friendly and professional.
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot
sal, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Disgusting
Don't stay at this hotel! One of the worst places I've ever stayed in my life. The pictures look good, but the reality is different. The musty smell and cheap cleaning products made me sick. The humidity in the room and the lack of ventilation. It was absolutely horrible. Don't do the same as me.
Marina, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The front desk staff was amazing. Unfortunately the room smelled like mildew. Due to this I will not be returning. A few minute walk from the beach
Isaiah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Close to beaxh
Kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This wonderful trip stay in this hotel. Fast and easy check in . Staff are so nice
thu tu, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good but parking sucks. Didn’t have a spot when I arrived.
Reynaldo, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Terrible
No parking, it’s is what it is attitude from staff. Not clean, I doubt they even clean rooms.
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love the close to las olas boulevard is you can walk safe and have some fun.
Angels Esthetic, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location. That’s about it.
I’m not very picky about “modest” accommodations but this place is rough. Desk staff very friendly but the rooms are dark and austere. First room smelled so much like a urinal cake, I had to move. Second was better— not good though. There was water leaking from the sink or somewhere so the bathroom floor was wet. It just didn’t feel clean. The floor was sandy. Not even a cup to drink from in the room. You can borrow a hair dryer from lobby. On the plus side, it’s close to the beach and Casablanca Cafe next door is terrific!
1-night trip