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The Drift Hotel

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Beach nearby
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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
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 19 sq m
  • 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)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(95 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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 - 6 min walk - 0.4 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) - 15 min drive
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nubé - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lona Cocina Tequileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Drunken Taco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 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 tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff, a vending machine, and concierge services
  • 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

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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

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
Gigi's Resort
Gigi's Resort Beach
Gigi`s Resort By The Beach Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Drift Hotel Fort Lauderdale
Drift Hotel
Drift Fort Lauderdale
The Drift Hotel Hotel
The Drift Hotel Fort Lauderdale
The Drift Hotel Hotel Fort Lauderdale

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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Reviews

The Drift Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 134 out of 1198 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Drift Hotel is perfectly walkable to the beach, restaurants, bars and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved our stay here! the wifi was great for when we needed to work on our laptops, it was so nice to be able to walk around the area especially being able to walk under 5 minutes to the beach & it was pretty quiet so it was a great place to get some rest!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In a great location. Walking distance to Main Street
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this place ! Im a local and this is my secret littke retreat and directly across from the ocean !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

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

8/10 Good

Melora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is basic but staff and location are great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very walkable. Great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 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

Ever Gabriel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best: the relation between the price and the location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place is my first time at this area and really lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

6/10 Okay

Christine

Disliked: Amenities
It was convenient and reasonably priced especially being so close to the beach. Please note that it is bare minimum and not even an ice machine was on the premises but overall it was not horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet property located in walking distance of many restaurants and the beach. Perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location is the best thing about the Drift Hotel, everything else lacked basic customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buck

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

8/10 Good

Nancy

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

Good spot for a quick trip

We stayed at the Drift for one night before leaving on a cruise. The hotel is basic but did the job - beds were comfortable, A/C worked, bathroom functioned. Great location a block from the beach but surrounded by high rises. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

deshante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Very easy to get in and out and have access to the beach and restaurants. Would stay again 100%
Stayed 3 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

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible wifi, everything else was great! thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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