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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property
Discover your beachside haven where convenience meets relaxation. From WiFi to ticket assistance get everything you need to unwind.

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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

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
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8.0 out of 10
Very good
(116 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Drift Hotel is in East Fort Lauderdale, a neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale. Las Olas Boulevard and Aventura Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino or Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Fort Lauderdale travel guide
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3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach
    Fort Lauderdale Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sebastian Street Beach
    Sebastian Street Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sunrise at Fort Lauderdale Beach aerial video
    Las Olas Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Explore the serene beauty of Bonnet House Museum and Gardens in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with lush greenery and tranquil waters
    Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bahia Mar Marina
    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
  • Ocean Prime Fort Lauderdale
    9 min walk
  • Casa Playa
    6 min walk
  • Lona Cocina Tequileria
    5 min walk
  • The Drunken Taco
    9 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 front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about 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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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?

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

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 248 out of 1304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 1304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 167 out of 1304 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Morris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room, great bed and wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was very polite and the room was decent. Very close to the beach and many restaurants. If they only had blockout blinds
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Easy walk to beach and restaurants. Basic room. No frills.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is best thing about the drift hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Gwen

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
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and staff are always amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Dale

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
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4/10 Poor

Alisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuff was great, very friendly. Pool are is good. Location is the best. But room is where you get what you pay for.. very old and neglected. Dirty not as in not cleaned but just old, rusted, chipped paint.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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2/10 Terrible

Jessica

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
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10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the above and hospitality , the quiet and restaurants and the beach within walking distance enjoyed our stay in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. My sister and I stayed there four days and we would go back and stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One block from the beach, very clean, quiet, and comfortable. Would stay again. Within walking distance to shopping nightlife ect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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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
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6/10 Okay

Jeane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Pros: the room was clean and it’s a quick walk to the beach. Cons: folks at the reception desk ( with the exception of one guy who was working Sunday morning) were very unfriendly and not welcoming at all, I mean, not even a “hello.” The room was clean but spartan, bed was rock hard, bedspread dingy and worn, no hair dryer, no cups, no coffee. The place gets a 3* for location only
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maybe this used to be a 3 star hotel, but not anymore, definitely more like 1 or 2 star. All in I paid about $100 for 1 night. Considering the good location this is a great price. The room did the necessary job of having a bed and bathroom. But definitely not the nicest of accommodations and the office/common areas are pretty dumpy. My tv didnt really work and they never gave me the wifi password so when I remembered to ask, it was already past their office hours. Summary, good spot for a bargain but dont expect much.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Melora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is basic but staff and location are great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location were only good things about this hotel. You get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

RODNEY

AC worked, room was clean but spare; no phone and needed airing out upon arrival. Price was primary consideration for staying here. Marriott next door had food & drink, Uber service to & from airport and pier were good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Hannah

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Amenities
We were there for a girls trip. Seems like they are working on updating the rooms. Very close to the beach . It was suitable for the quick trip that we were there for
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

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

Great Hotel for the price.

Great hotel for the price. Rooms are clean and staff are friendly. Love the location close to the beach and restaurants. Only draw back is the lack of onsite parking if you leave there may not be a space.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room was relatively spacious. Washroom was nice. The walls were not sound proof and you could hear everything in the room next to us. AC was leaking water and created a “wet” smell in the room. Limited amenities. No iron, no water, no safe in room etc. This is not a hotel, it’s more of a motel or inn. Location is very convenient though. Overall, stay was maybe a 6/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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