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.
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
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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
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
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
On-site parking is limited
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
Drift Hotel
Drift Fort Lauderdale
The Drift Hotel Hotel
The Drift Hotel Fort Lauderdale
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
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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
23 Feb 2025
Adorable place right by the ocean. The staff were super friendly and it was the perfect spot for a solo female traveler.
April
April, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
27 Jan 2025
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!
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
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
Christina, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
13 Feb 2025
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
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2024
Great affordable spot in the best location! And across street from the ocean!
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
3 Mar 2025
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
Gina, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Nov 2024
Easy walking to the beach and dinning.
Roberta
Roberta, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 Nov 2024
Good for a 1 night stay!
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
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
Dale, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2024
Small, great conditions, silent in the night. Excellent for what we need for a night.
Angel C Lopez
Angel C Lopez, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2024
Staff is great and rooms were nice!
Jessica Mary
Jessica Mary, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 Oct 2024
good value
nice area
DIANE
DIANE, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
8 Dec 2024
The property is old and needs some renovations. Location is good. Good for a day or two to stay.
Francois
Francois, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2024
Amazing place. Great staff.
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2024
Great spot
Danny
Danny, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Lady that checked us in was super-helpful, friendly and professional.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Great spot
sal
sal, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
21 Feb 2025
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
Marina, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
31 Dec 2024
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
Isaiah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Dec 2024
Very clean. Close to beaxh
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
This wonderful trip stay in this hotel. Fast and easy check in . Staff are so nice
thu tu
thu tu, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
23 Dec 2024
Good but parking sucks. Didn’t have a spot when I arrived.
Reynaldo
Reynaldo, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
22 Jan 2025
Terrible
No parking, it’s is what it is attitude from staff. Not clean, I doubt they even clean rooms.
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
I love the close to las olas boulevard is you can walk safe and have some fun.
Angels Esthetic
Angels Esthetic, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 Feb 2025
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!