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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach

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

Reviews

7.2 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.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(120 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Greater Fort Lauderdale-Broward County Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 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

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Señor Frogs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lona Cocina Tequileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casablanca Cafe - ‬1 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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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 May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift Hotel on May 18, 2026 start from $77, including 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

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 257 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 177 out of 1322 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dwain

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Dwain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute hotel, not a high rise with lots of amenities. A fresh coat of paint and a few decorations/photos and this place could be one of those boutiquey kinda places. The good, all staff were friendly and helpful, a block away from the beach, nightlife and dining options super close, cvs and Starbucks close by, beach towels for use in the lobby. Air conditioning was super cold. Super quiet hotel and location. Didn’t see any bugs on the property or in room. The not so good, no wash cloths, tissues, iron, coffee pot, microwave or hair dryer in room. Iron, hairdryer, coffee and microwave available in lobby. Not one ice machine on property. No pool, if that’s your thing. Room wasn’t the cleanest when we arrived, hair in shower and some spots in sink. Not the best hotel, or the worst. Probably best for shorter stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

LEAH

If you have scented product allergies, do not stay here. The scent from the products they clean, disinfect, etc is overpowering. Windows do not open to air out and if it is spring break, its way too noisy to leave the door open to air out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Kiara

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please don’t book here!! The pictures online of the rooms are very deceiving from what they actually look like we got to the hotel to check in the front desk clerk took my name didn’t even ask for ID he handed us the room key when we entered the room it reeked of weed and there was so much water damage to the walls there were holes in the bathroom door it was so grimey and the beds were as hard as a rock it’s more of a cheap motel the neighbors next to us were using a flat iron to light up their blunt… like it’s just so ghetto we didn’t have a good experience I wouldn’t come here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

wissam, Dearborn

Everything good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth Suyen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment I walked in, front desk staff was not welcoming. Place looks and felt like a motel. Room smell like cigarettes and cleaning product. Ended up staying at another hotel. One star for walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jessica, olympia

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We ended up booking a different hotel after we checked in and saw our room. The location is great, but the room photos did not match the photos on the website. The mattresses is paper thing and the room had a musty smell. The door swings out, not in so wasnt anyway to double lock the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always great service here and close to the beach. A walk across the street
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Gina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Complete crap. Filthy, reeked of mold. We did not stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms coukd use some TLC
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sylvain

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No power in the room around midnight, no AC nothing , hard to breath, call after hours , onwer check breakers, breaker was fine , problems electrical, just remodeling hotel ,bad construction shower very slippery, they move me different room , i lost 2 hours sleep, i have to wakeup early at 4:30 am for work, and noise from the bar all night, Sylvain
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jj

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Need a lot of maintenance and cleaning Location is perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Dale

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was okay but the smell was horrible, we think it was from the air conditioner so we turned it off. Just wasn’t good, but the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Anika, Ft lauderdale

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gwen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had just been on a cruise and was staying 1 night in Fort Lauderdale before going home. The location was great. The room was clean but whatever cleaner or room fresher they used was a bit overwhelming. The courtyard was very nice to sit at night or early morning, just needed to be swept a bit. Staff was very accommodating. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Gross
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Alan

Last year we had a great stay at the Drift Inn. It’s close to th e water, and the inner coast. This year, we were ready to fly to Fort Lauderdale but had an emergency. I requested a refund, but given the runaround.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Checked in, walked in and walked out. Place has seen better days, like in 1959. $203.00 on Hotels dot.com. I’ve stayed in nicer Motel 6s. Floor was sticky. Furniture old, chipped and faded. Mini Fridge was a 1960s Electrolux in a homemade plywood cabinet encasement. Bed was hard and comforter questionable at best. Didn’t stay long enough to check the sheets. We had seen enough. They should use my $203.00 to at least by a new comforter since we wrote it off as a loss.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Simple but nice. Close to all the things.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually don’t leave reviews but I felt the pictures really misrepresented the hotel. I wish I could say something nice about the experience. Sorry. Would not go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Maryellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Unit had no wash clothes or drinking glasses Basic items
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026