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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel in Fort Lauderdale with free parking

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

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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8.4 out of 10
Very good
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Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 19.0 sq m
  • 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 - 0.2 miles
  • Las Olas Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Port Everglades - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT) - 7 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 14 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

Hotel near Fort Lauderdale Beach
Close to Las Olas Beach and Bahia Mar Marina, The Drift Hotel provides a garden, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and travel cribs

Languages

English, Spanish

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

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1941
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Gigi's Beach
Gigi's Beach Resort
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Gigi`s Resort By The Beach Hotel Fort Lauderdale
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Drift Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Drift Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Drift Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Drift Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Drift Hotel located?

Located in East Fort Lauderdale, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Sebastian Street Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach. Las Olas Beach and Bahia Mar Marina are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Drift Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 472 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 1192 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel! Close to the beach and amazing price!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

wissam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and value. I hope that had better beach chairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent location, clean and the staff were polite. However, the room and bathroom needs an update.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buck

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay there every chance I get.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice location a block away from the beach. Staff were pleasant and professional. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My third time staying here and I’ll keep returning. Great prices & so close to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to hotel anytime I’m in Ft Lauderdale. Hotel is a 3 min walk from the beach and 10 mins from the strip. The staff is very kind and were able to let me check in 4 hours early with no hassle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is the best thing about this place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Proximity to beach was nice. Room was clean. No pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff at the front desk were pleasant and check in was a breeze. Rooms are a bit dated and the bathroom is pretty small but you are staying here for the location, which cannot be beat. Lots of stuff to do near the hotel. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to port, airport and the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Amenities
The common area was a delight with outdoor lighting and comfortable seating for large groups
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, excellent bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat the price but you get what you pay for. It's a minimalist place if you just need the basics. Beds were pretty terrible it must be said
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excelent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

TRACY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, short walk to Fort Lauderdale Beach and restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, knowledgeable staff, perfect location to beach, shops, and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

LeAnn

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Leeann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect location, lovely large room and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Austin

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would not stay here again. If you’re looking for a place to stay longer than one night…DO NOT choose here. WiFi is terrible, parking is terrible, and they have zero amenities. Will pick anywhere else to stay next time I’m in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very food for spring break
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025