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The Drift Hotel

2.5 star property

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Courtyard
Courtyard
Front of property
Beach nearby
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $77
$69 nightly
$77 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9

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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.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(50 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(124 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Fort Lauderdale

With a stay at The Drift Hotel in Fort Lauderdale (East Fort Lauderdale), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Fort Lauderdale Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Las Olas Beach. .This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Las Olas Boulevard and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Port Everglades.

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sebastian Street Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Las Olas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • 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

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Señor Frogs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lona Cocina Tequileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casa Playa - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Drift Hotel

The Drift Hotel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 23 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include discounted use of a nearby fitness facility and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

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

The Drift Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 265 out of 1350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 148 out of 1350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 179 out of 1350 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Very accommodating staff, went above and beyond to make we enjoyed our stay. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, basic room close to everything. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eisler and the crew were fantastic !!! Lovely property !!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, excellent staff All Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Staff was very helpful, responsive, and friendly. Quick walk to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shubhodeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness
It's location can't be any better. Literally in middle of all the shops and restaurants by the beach ⛱️. It's clean and has about 9-10 parking spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Clean and cute rooms. Very comfy beds in #5! In would recommend to travelers living for a great beach locations at a very reasonable price! I would return! And GREAT staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Loni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean room friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close from the beach I love it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Ariana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, the room could have cleanliness improvements. Overall good place to stay to enjoy the beach and the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the cost of room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and flexible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always great service here and close to the beach. A walk across the street
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

KIARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was kind of run down. Beds are very hard. Very close to the beach is a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything awesome place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendky and accomodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Candy

Simply quiet and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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