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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
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Beach nearby
Courtyard
Front of property

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Las Olas Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bahia Mar Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 19.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Fort Lauderdale

At The Drift Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Fort Lauderdale Beach and within 15 minutes of Las Olas Beach. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and patios. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this East Fort Lauderdale hotel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Las Olas Boulevard and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Greater Fort Lauderdale-Broward County Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Las Olas Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Port Everglades - 13 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Station - 16 min drive
  • Hollywood International 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

Adults-only hotel in Fort Lauderdale with free parking
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 members are 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 features complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

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
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

  • 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
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. 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 all 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

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
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Drift Hotel?

The Drift Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Drift Hotel?

Yep, The Drift Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Drift Hotel?

Yep, The Drift Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Fort Lauderdale Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is The Drift Hotel family-friendly?

No, The Drift Hotel is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Drift Hotel?

No, The Drift Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Drift Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Drift Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Drift Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 123 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 141 out of 1244 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always can count on a clean and quiet room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, helpful staff, walkable to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beachy vibes
Super cute hotel. It had a beachy vibe. Great location. The room we had was cosy and clean. Great hotel for a quick stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jovanni

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jovanni

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karnig

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a challenge so was cleanliness, overall good bang for buck
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

keith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was nice, general areas not good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Logan

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Reynaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but parking sucks. Didn’t have a spot when I arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room appeared clean but was dirty. Floor was unwashed and comforter was not washed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Troy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
In a good location. One downside was that noise travelled very easily through the walls. A big downside was that there were roaches all over the place, including some big ones. The little roaches were less noticeable, but were absolutely everywhere if you payed close attention. We had to try very hard to not take any back home with us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickki

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jessco

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
No amenities No shelves or dresser for clothes No hair dryer No luggage rack No vew as stated Did not like setup with courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is perfect!! It has the potential to be so much more than it offers -- I think the dirty and unorganized lobby and courtyard are unfortunate. Just cleaning this up would make a big difference. The rooms are fine!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Well what should I say… if need somewhere to lay your head while you stay this is the place. If you want an enjoyable, more of an actual hotel feel I would pick somewhere else. It gives more A class motel but C-hotel, in my honest opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Stayed for 1 night in transit and everything went good!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

allison

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Travelled with family
Under whelming hotel experience
The beds were fine but that’s all there was 2 queen beds a small night stand and light, refrigerator that had mold and a tv that had the most shoddy internet we have ever seen. For some reason, they had two windows open that we didn’t know we’re open and then we realize they were because they said the cleaning lady said there was a smell and I thought it was really scary. Actually maybe somebody would actually climb in. We are on the second floor it didn’t matter there was nothing behind but trees, so we closed it because it was opened with a plastic hanger and then the bathroom was so small. They have a showerhead that’s right up on top in the middle of the shower and they have a glass door and I’m sorry I didn’t take pictures that you couldn’t even turn it on without getting your hair wet . So we used a crest toothpaste to turn it on so we didn’t get wet, but there was nowhere to stand. If you don’t wanna get your hair wet and the shower because the huge spray is a big square water spray that was just in the middle on top sprayed With a cloth shower curtain to close by the glass shower door very confusing will never stay there again ever. Also, they said there’s 15 places to park there’s only 10 nobody knows how to park in the parking spot so I had to park where you walk in the gate in my big truck and the person that ran the place that had to move his car so I can move in the gate and then he could park behind me luckily, the next night I found a spot, but it was so tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pratik

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Chieu Phong, Murrieta

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024