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

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

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
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Drift Fort Lauderdale
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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.

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

As of 3 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift Hotel on 12 May 2025 start from AU$142.25, 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

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 136 out of 1167 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

Siobhan, Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it here
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheyanne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was very hard! Took 3 days to get my $100 deposit back when told it would be the same day. Pop machines not work
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gualberto

Disliked: Amenities
Didnt go there they told me didnt have a room . Would need a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

dena

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shilah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

S

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Phayvanh

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Good, not great!

For being the cheapest place on the beach by far this was a great option. Not sure we would stay here again but was fine for what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer, Pickering

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately for them, there's a lot of construction going on around them. I also hated the parking, though i understand the problem, but its too bad they didn't have an alternative to their 6 spots. Our room was nice, the beds comfortable. The clerks were all nice and helpful. I didnt like the location, for me, so i wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not want to pay for beachfront property. This location was better priced and only a short block away from the beach. Room was basic but clean and staff was friendly. No breakfast and basic coffee, just what we were looking for. If you don’t need to be pampered and are wanting a clean basic room, look no further. Central location to a bunch of shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Mattie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
When we got to the room the tv did not work. And as soon as you walked into the room the smell of mold was very strong. And there was only 1 wash cloth.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok for a night before a cruise but I’m not sure I would stay much longer. It was clean, a couple bugs but I guess that’s to be expected in south Florida. The lady in the front office was very nice and efficient, location was great. Very close walk to the beach and places to eat, quick uber to and from FLL and cruise port
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

No parking, it’s is what it is attitude from staff. Not clean, I doubt they even clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

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

4/10 Poor

Eilene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

One night in FLL

Although 1night not great. Office clerk did not look up at us when we checked in. Due to limited parking a jeep was allowed to pull in the gate and block the courtyard. Was raining so to go around the long way at 6am just to get to the car was an inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Leeann

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

8/10 Good

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Well maintained overall. Office did not open until after 8am which was inconvenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds are super comfortable and room was clean! Towel rod falling off in the bathroom. No washcloths or hair dryer in room, although provided when asked for the next morning. Communication problem with lovely lady at the desk on evening check in. But comfy beds make up for this very basic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carolina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025