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The Drift Hotel

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

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

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$482
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

Map
3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
  • Sebastian Street Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Gallery at Beach Place
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio
Garden
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

Patio
Garden
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

Patio
Garden
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
  • Las Olas Beach - 10 min walk
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk
  • Las Olas Boulevard - 4 min drive
  • The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale - 4 min drive

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 Fort Lauderdale hotel in East 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

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 fire extinguisher 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
The Drift Hotel Fort Lauderdale
The Drift Hotel Hotel Fort Lauderdale

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Drift Hotel?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift Hotel on 1 Mar 2025 start from AU$481.73, 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.

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

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 1115 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

8/10 Good

Roberta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking to the beach and dinning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Olivia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Run down but great location.
Room had mildew and smelt of mold. I believe we overpaid for what we got. The motel is right near the beach and had a great location. Would suggest getting dehumidifiers in each room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDISON

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very surprising stay. I did not expect much but I must say the staff is soooo nice and super accommodating. Specifically the guy that is there in the morning/day time at the front desk, he was sooo thoughtful. Also helpful when I needed anything (an iron, fresh water, late check out/early check in). Most of all the experience of being able to walk down the block and be at the beach was so nice. And to be walking distance from every type of food is so clutch. Honorable mentions, the guy that is at the desk at night is really nice too, and the cleaning ladies were sooo nice! Overall such a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jasmine

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

keyurkumar

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most beautiful place when staying by fort lauradale beach, if you got parking you got lucky, dont go back out again cause someone might take that spot, i wish they had system in place where they assign parking spot for entire stay with number printed on spots and on pass so its secured for entire stay or for that day, because even if you get parking pass from front desk and go out for bit, someone might takes that spot even if they dont have pass , i hope they giving out limited pass based on space they have available, but overall good”great” place, def recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing, although I will say the ceiling was green in some spots and there was construction across the road. (Which isn’t their fault) over all it was lovely and close to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Troy

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mold on the ceiling, zero amenities...no ice, no coffee, no nothing. Room and bathroom generally dirty as well as the hotel itself.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Randall

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do Not Recommend For Anyone
Very disappointed in this property. As soon as we walked in the office and saw the condition it was in I wish we would have turned right around. Very old building that is not well maintained. Room had a very odd smell, our feet turned black after walking barefoot on the floor and tv was stuck on a connect to internet screen and the front desk didn’t know how to fix it. Lamps at the bedside did not work, no washcloths in the bathroom and water in the shower was scorching hot. Would not recommend this to anyone trying to relax after a nice day in beautiful Ft. Lauderdale.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Good for a 1 night stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms very nicely remodeled but exterior a bit shabby. Still a good value, close to beach and Casablanca Cafe down the street was very good and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cardelle, Homestead

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms. Courtyard and office messy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noisy upstairs guest or tenant all night long. Subpar room furnishings. Nice area, close to beach. Staff not very passionate about guests needs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a great location. One block off the beach. It looks like there was recent renovation. Bathroom remodel with a nice walk-in shower. Furniture looked newer. Ask for a second floor room.. noisy on the first floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rogelio

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Avg service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eileen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If I could give this hotel a zero I would. When we arrived at 8 pm there was no one in the office. We called the ph. no. and the recording said the office closed at 7 pm, yet we were standing in the office. About 15 minutes later, a woman arrived to check us in. There was a mildew odor in the room. The room was very humid as no ac was on. Once we turned on the ac, the room cooled down within 20 minutes. The bed was very hard and uncomfortable. The next morning, I used the shower but the glass door would not fully close so I showered with it open. The glass door was heavy and I feared if I closed it all the way it would not reopen. There was a handheld shower head which was challenging because it wouldn’t stay upright in the cradle so had to use it with one hand. The best part of my stay was the ac and leaving this property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024