The Drift Hotel, Fort Lauderdale: Reviews & Hotel Deals

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Adults-only hotel within easy reach of Fort Lauderdale Beach

Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

Good

Property highlights

Pool

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Laundry facilities

Free parking

3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

19 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About this area

What's nearby

In East Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk
Las Olas Beach - 8 min walk
Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk
Las Olas Boulevard - 31 min walk
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens - 2 min drive
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale - 4 min drive
Pier 66 Marina - 5 min drive
Greater Fort Lauderdale-Broward County Convention Center - 7 min drive
Port Everglades - 13 min drive
Dania Pointe - 13 min drive

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
Rock Bar - 9 min walk
The Drunken Taco - 8 min walk
Dirty Blonde's - 9 min walk
Quarterdeck Seafood Bar - 9 min walk

About this property

The Drift Hotel

When you stay at The Drift Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-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 Greater Fort Lauderdale-Broward County Convention Center are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say good things about the convenient parking and walkability.

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out

Protective shields in place at main contact areas

Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Gloves available

Hand sanitiser provided

Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

23 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 3 PM until midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Pool loungers

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

Premium bedding

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

Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property.

Personal protective equipment, including gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

Contactless check-out is available.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings, and can be accessed from outside the building via exterior corridors.

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.

Also known as

Gigi's Beach

Gigi's Beach Resort

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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.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Drift Hotel?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

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?

You can check in from 3 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express 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 8 minutes' walk from Las Olas Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness