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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Beach nearby
Reception
Front of property
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

7.4 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)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
$72 nightly
The total price is $82
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Las Olas Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Port Everglades - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 14 min drive
  • Boca Raton, FL (BCT) - 32 min drive
  • Miami, FL (OPF-Opa Locka Executive) - 40 min drive
  • Miami Intl. 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 like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing. Also, Las Olas Boulevard and Bahia Mar Marina are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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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 available
DONE

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 cribs (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 onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals 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 crib
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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
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The Drift Hotel Hotel
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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 to 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 spots 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 onsite casino at The Drift Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but The Casino at Dania Beach (13-min drive) and Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Drift Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and jet skiing, and practice 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 yard.

What's the area around The Drift Hotel like?

The Drift Hotel is located near Fort Lauderdale Beach in East Fort Lauderdale, a short 18-minute walk from Bahia Mar Marina 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

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Beach
Location
Service staff
Parking
Bed
Restaurant
Bathroom
Shower
Companies

Reviews

10/10

great bed, cold AC, clean bathroom, TV with all the channels, great location.
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay. Very easy to get in and out and have access to the beach and restaurants. Would stay again 100%
3-night trip

10/10

The staff was attentive and friendly, rooms cleaned daily, beach towel service.
4-night trip

8/10

Great location, short walk to Fort Lauderdale Beach and restaurants.

6/10

Great location.
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly, knowledgeable staff, perfect location to beach, shops, and bars.
1-night trip

10/10

This property was everything me and my husband needed for a couple days to relax and unwind…I would definitely stay again
3-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

It was conveniently located to a convention I was attending at one of the nearby hotels. I would have stayed a third night but I knew that I would have to have my dog that third night and this hotel is not pet friendly.Otherwise it was an excellent value for the money
1-night trip

6/10

It gets to 10 as far as location and it's less than 20 feet from the best restaurant in Fort Lauderdale Casablanca Café. The rooms are very big and clean not a lot of bells and whistles yes it's dated and yes when you first walk in you get a big cleaning smell the beds OK and there's just a sheet and a tiny blanket. But for the price she can't beat it
As you can see not much to the room but clean my only complaint is the walls are paper thin you can hear someone's whisper
If you make a lot of noise when you're having sex this is not your hotel you can hear everything
2-night trip

6/10

Perfect location, lovely large room and super friendly staff.
1-night trip

8/10

Typical beach motel.
1-night trip

6/10

The room was clean, however black mold is visible in the bathroom and the front entry.
2-night trip

10/10

It was a small quiet hotel off the "strip", very clean and perfect for access to the beach.
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely older, small hotel, near the beach. Only drawback was the very loud construction noise, every weekday, all day, all around.
2-night trip

6/10

It was more dirty and run down than I expected. The rooms need to be freshened up. Peeling paint, older feel. Location was close to the beach.
1-night trip

10/10

Good room and nice property. Easy check in/checkout process
1-night trip

10/10

It was great I wish I stayed longer
1-night trip

8/10

Good place
1-night trip

8/10

Overnight stay perfectly adequate for this and close to Pharmacy and other outlets for evening food snacks The beach is at the end of the road 100yards. New tower blocks around it only serve to show its art deco exterior and plan is unique and should be preserved. Interior is shabby in places but not enough to say it’s neglected Just wish I win the lottery to buy it and give it the face over it deserves. The surrounding area full of bars marinas and very close to water taxi. Definitely stay here again.
1-night trip

8/10

Location
1-night trip

8/10

Basic but clean rooms. Very close to beach and lots of dining options. Friendly staff.
1-night trip

10/10

Love it here
2-night trip

8/10

The Drift Hotel is one of the last few boutique hotels left on the strip in Fort Lauderdale for a decent price. They have everything you need and all within walking distance of the beach, shopping, and restaurants.
4-night trip

8/10

Very good hotel and good value. We will come back again. Thank you!
4-night trip