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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach

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Courtyard
Front of property
Beach nearby
Courtyard
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(39 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
(103 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. Las Olas Boulevard and Bahia Mar Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sebastian Street Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Las Olas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bonnet House Museum and Gardens - 14 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lona Cocina Tequileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Drunken Taco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Casablanca Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa Playa - ‬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 self 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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Gigi's Beach Resort
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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 Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift Hotel on Jan 20, 2026 start from $120.0, 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.

The Drift Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 1255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 230 out of 1255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 118 out of 1255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 145 out of 1255 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cara

The room was clean and tidy. Perfect for a one night stay before the flight. The bed was pretty firm though.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

salvatore

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very convenient place to stay for a night or couple of nights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great! Lots of mosquitos and gnats were in our room, but overall it was a clean and subtle place to stay for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recently remodeled. Prepare to pay A LOT to park

No issues with the property or staff. It appears rooms have been remodeled recently. Parking is difficult nearby if the parking out front is full which it was the ENTIRETY of the stay. We paid about $80 in parking fees nearby during a 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2 min walk to the beach, and great restaurants near by. This is our thitd time staying here, love the location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jousep

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is a bit competitive here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

HARRY

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival we had to walk into the office to find an employee to get checked in. The rooms are in serious need of repair and updating. Floors were dipping from moisture, furniture falling apart,beds hard as rocks. Our TV had no batteries so we had no TV. There were empty donut boxes in the room. And a bag over the smoke detector. So clearly not cleaned before we checked in. And only 1 wash cloth. Great area but would not stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Close to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth Ann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was very efficient and clean for my stay However the surrounding area ie sidewalk etc was very unkept. The picture shown is not accurate. I actually felt a little unsafe. The office was not open for coffee at 9am either . No hair dryer either .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jami

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jami

Disliked: Staff & service
This was a decent hotel for the low price, great location, and parking was easy. The staff was nice but only 2 of them could speak English. The first front desk couldn’t even speak one word which is unbelievable they hired him to work the front desk of a beach hotel. He also didn’t tell me a single thing about what’s offered or not offered so I had to make about 5 trips to ask him which was a chore since he couldn’t understand a word. The maid was sweet but also couldn’t even understand basic hotel terms like bed or ice. My tv didn’t work so had to ask to change rooms and no extras like ice or anything. So it’s a good place to stay for a super quick beach stay but definitely nothing more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buck Benzson

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was decent, everything else was sub-par
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Amenities
Very courteous and the room is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Euleric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

No frills hotel and a good location near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

sasha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a mess. They renovated but very poorly. Staff which I only see one was not friendly. I booked it with free self parking but after 10 pm it’s hardly any space to park and when I asked the front desk guy he said no extra space be here before 10 or no luck!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025