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

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3005 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
  • Place, Fort Lauderdale Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sebastian Street Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Las Olas Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

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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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(102 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Fort Lauderdale

At The Drift Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Fort Lauderdale Beach and 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
  • Sebastian Street Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Las Olas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bonnet House Museum and Gardens - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bahia Mar Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT) - 15 min drive
  • Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nubé - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lona Cocina Tequileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Drunken Taco - ‬9 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.

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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 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
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

  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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

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Gigi's Beach Resort
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Gigi`s Resort By The Beach Hotel 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.

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. 478 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 1251 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dana

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Glenn

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

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

8/10 Good

Rob

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

sasha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a mess. They renovated but very poorly. Staff which I only see one was not friendly. I booked it with free self parking but after 10 pm it’s hardly any space to park and when I asked the front desk guy he said no extra space be here before 10 or no luck!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dyliany

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATHALIE

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Cesar

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian lee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

omar

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited parking. Walkable are to Las Olas Beach and restaurants/bars around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

6/10 Okay

Laura Kim

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location, could be cleaner.

Great location, could be cleaner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tasha

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked nothing like what the pictures showed. There was a bad odor in the room and a lot of noise going on. The worse part was the bathroom the shower head was broken and in order to stabilize it you had to make sure the water coming out the back would hold it in the right place. Floor was dirty you could hear the dirt on it while walking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

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

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025