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Wed 11/5
1 room, 2 guests
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$59
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$59
Superior room
$68
Standard room
$73
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Overview

The Fort Lauderdale Hotels The Drift Hotel is only one-half block from the famous Fort Lauderdale Beach. This intimate boutique hotel offers 25 non-smoking rooms five miles from Fort Lauderdale International Airport and 25 miles from Miami International Airport. Guests can reach the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and the International Swimming Hall of Fame less than a mile from the air-conditioned hotel. Free parking is available for guests of the hotel.

This hotel offers three accommodation options ranging from deluxe rooms with a queen bed to deluxe double queens with two queen beds and suites with single king beds. Complimentary wireless Internet access is provided to keep guests connected while the television with cable channels offers entertainment. The rooms include coffeemakers, refrigerators, and iron and ironing board. Rooms come with private bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Complimentary snacks of orange juice, granola bars, and cereals are also available.

Guests at the Drift Hotel are near all sorts of diverse dining options ranging from Italian food to Spanish cuisine, seafood, Mediterranean meals, Latin fare, and more. A Starbucks is only a short walk away for caffeine in the morning while Waves Bar & Grill is a great spot for lunch. Other options nearby include Lona Cocina Tequileria, Siren’s Table, and Steak 954.

Heavenly Spa is near the hotel for guests who want relaxation or Splash Water Sports offers ocean adventure just as close. Escapology, Beach Ventures, the Gallery at Beach Place, and Tropical Sailing are all within a mile of the hotel.

7.2
Good rating
Based on 1,852 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Drift Hotel

Tue 11/4
Wed 11/5
Queen room
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$81
nightly with fees
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$83
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$102
nightly with fees
Standard room
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$73
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$111
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
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$59
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$66
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2 queen beds
$76
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King room
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$74
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$76
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$81
nightly with fees
Superior room
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$68
nightly with fees
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$69
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$81
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Drift Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • ATM on-site

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Car rental
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Roll-in shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental

Outdoor

  • Garden

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of The Drift Hotel

7.2
Good
1852 verified ratings
Wonderful
661
Very good
332
Good
317
Okay
142
Fair
146
Mediocre
71
Poor
183

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location near the beach and comfortable accommodations. However, there were significant concerns regarding cleanliness, with multiple reports of pests and unclean rooms. Additionally, parking availability was a common complaint, with guests noting insufficient spaces for the number of rooms.
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Location10 out of 10
Parking1.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2017
Pros (+) We were pleasantly surprised by how quaint this hotel is. The workers were more than helpful and we felt right at home.
Cons (-) Everything was perfect!
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) Location, value for money and staff
Cons (-) A/C noisy and not working well

Location

3005 Alhambra Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

What's nearby

  • Fort Lauderdale Beach Park0.3 mi
  • International Swimming Hall of Fame0.6 mi
  • Bonnet House Museum and Gardens0.7 mi
  • Las Olas Boulevard1.1 mi
  • Dr. Willard Van Orsdel King House1.4 mi
  • Hugh Taylor Birch State Park1.5 mi
  • All Saints Episcopal Church1.6 mi
  • The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale2 mi
  • Stranahan House2.1 mi
  • Las Olas River House2.3 mi
  • Broward County Main Library2.4 mi
  • 110 Tower2.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Drift Hotel

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Average price (weekend night)

August
March
$92
$140
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 66% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Drift Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Drift Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Drift Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Drift Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Drift Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $74, while the most expensive was $115.
  • How long should you stay at The Drift Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Drift Hotel

  • Where is The Drift Hotel located?

    The Drift Hotel is located at 3005 Alhambra Street in Central Beach, 2.2 miles from the center of Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale Beach Park is the closest landmark to The Drift Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Drift Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Drift Hotel.

  • Does The Drift Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Drift Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Drift Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Drift Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Drift Hotel from the airport?

    The Drift Hotel is 4.4 miles from Fort Lauderdale. The Drift Hotel is 6.4 miles from Fort Lauderdale Executive.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Drift Hotel hotel deals?

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Good to know

Value for money

Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.7
2.2 mi
Fort Lauderdale
4.4 mi

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