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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Courtyard
Front of property
Beach nearby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
  • Place, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sebastian Street Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Las Olas Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fort Lauderdale

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this East Fort Lauderdale hotel, you'll find Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach. Sebastian Street Beach and The Gallery at Beach Place are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sebastian Street Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Gallery at Beach Place - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Las Olas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT) - 15 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nubé - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lona Cocina Tequileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Drunken Taco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Drift Hotel

Adults-only hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach
As a guest of The Drift Hotel, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Drift Hotel also features a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Fort Lauderdale hotel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1941
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Drift Hotel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Drift Hotel to the airport?

The Drift Hotel is 6.8 mi (14-min drive) away from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Drift Hotel?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift Hotel on Dec 6, 2025 start from $150.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Drift Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Drift Hotel.

How close is The Drift Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Fort Lauderdale Beach and 6-minute walk from Las Olas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Drift Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Drift Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Drift Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Casino at Dania Beach (13-min drive) and Seminole Classic Casino Hollywood (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Drift Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Drift Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Drift Hotel have a pool?

The Drift Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Drift Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Drift Hotel to downtown Fort Lauderdale?

The Drift Hotel is 2 mi away from Fort Lauderdale.