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Reviews of Drift Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Drift Hotel
95320 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 653 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This hotel is a definitely older, but pretty well maintained. The beds were comfortable, staff was friendly. The room was wasn’t the cleanest, but overall was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Aubrey on 12 May 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, Jason. We hope to see you again and have a 5 out ot 5 experience with us!

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This spot has kept the same private family beach atmosphere as the original Stone Ledge Motel. Having spent 47 years returning to the Keys, all I'd ask of the Drift would be for a more friendly staff, make some essential repairs, and upgrade some of the accomodations. Regardless, we will be happy to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 11 May 2024
Hi,Thank you Brian for your review, Drift is so glad to hear you visted us again. We are currently working on repairs and new accomodations. So your next vist will be spontaneous. Hope to see you again soon. (:

8/10 Good

James, Niles

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 11 May 2024
HiThank you james for your Review, Dift hopes to see you again soon. (:

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 10 May 2024
Thank you for your review, Pam!

10/10 Excellent

Stevan H, Nibley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 6 May 2024
Stevan, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice water area with plenty of lounge chairs and shade. If you need microwave ask frontdesk and they will give you one.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 6 May 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review, Ericka!

6/10 Okay

rich

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tight space. No dresser. Bed was two soft, had a dip in the middle. Needs to be replaced. Was very clean and staff was friendly and accommodating. Dock area was nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 6 May 2024
Thank you for your review, Rich. We appreciate feedbacks like this as this will help us to improve!

10/10 Excellent

nestor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 6 May 2024
Thank you for your review!

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. They gave us a list of nearby restaurants, beach towels, parking pass etc. Clean and cozy room. Def recommend the suite by the beach. Beautiful view, full fridge/kitchen, plenty of room & more. Beach has a bbq, lounge chairs, pier & gorgeous view. I saw a review prior stating shower has no curtain- it is not supposed to. We loved the shower! Also saw a complaint about paying for ice. U can go to dollar tree and buy cube trays as we did- problem solved. Many stores & restaurants close by. Some insects & baby lizard in our room we expected. It's FL & by the beach..enjoy nature! Def recommend & would return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 1 May 2024
HiTina, It's heartwarming to receive such positive feedback. Thank you acknowleding Drift. We are committed to keep setting these standars or even better ones in the future, when you vist us again. We look foward to serving you soon. Have a wonderful day. (:

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed, clean, modern, great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 1 May 2024
Hello,Thank you Paul for a wonderful feedback, I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your time here at Drift. We hope you vist again soon. (:

8/10 Good

Christen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. I wish the refrigerator worked in our room because we had to keep paying to get ice to keep our drinks cold, as well as throw out the food we had bought for the days we wanted to stay on the property. I liked being able to walk to the outdoor area near the water from our room. The room was smaller but worked fine for a few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Eric on 29 Apr 2024
Christen,I am sorry the fridge was not woking for you during your stay.Look forward to your next vist.Eric

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Drift is just a slice of paradise. The dock, the sunsets, the beach area and rooms are gorgeous and the staff are attentive and friendly. We will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 27 Apr 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is wonderful, small and intimate. Small little beach area with steps that right into the Gulf. Water is crystal clear and the sunsets are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 24 Apr 2024
Hello,Anne I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed Drift and the beautiful sunset from our little beach. We hope too see you soon.

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 11 May 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

8/10 Good

Marci, Kennett Square

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. The office staff are wonderful. There were a few things I would have liked such as a tissue box in the room and a better solution to hang clothes versus a metal bar sticking out of the wall next to the bed. The beach chairs were quite hard as they were made of wood slats and a little uncomfortable. Everything else was perfect and I definitely would come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 24 Apr 2024
Hello,Marci we are glad you pick us for your stay. Thank you so much for those recommendations we will definitely take them in to consideration to make some nice changes. Can't wait for your next vist (:

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beach pier was very nice, parking lot should be paved
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from DRIFT TEAM on 20 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Drift Team on 19 Apr 2024
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a well maintained boutique style hotel. Its location was close to town, but far enough away from the hustle and bustle. The beach access was wonderful and even spotted a passing manatee. Staff was exceptional and friendly. Will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Drift Team on 19 Apr 2024
Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being guests and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. The sunset was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 18 Apr 2024
Thank you so much for your review, Laura!

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so peaceful, just what my husband and I needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 14 Apr 2024
Awesome! we're glad you had a great time! Thank you for your review!

8/10 Good

Shelby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dock with chairs, kayaks, snorkeling equipment and nice shallow area to snorkel. Beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from front desk on 12 Apr 2024
Thank you for your kind words and your stay and we hope to see you again. Best Regards, Drift Team

10/10 Excellent

pilar

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 1 May 2024
HiPilar thank you for the review. We hope to see you again soon. (:

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The beach and water were absolutely amazing... breathtakingly gorgeous! The Drift Hotel has an incredible set up on their beach and a glorious dock. I truly cannot think of anything better and would go back to experience that piece of the property. The staff were incredibly friendly and our room was clean. The bathroom, shower, and room were very small and the shower and sink lacked hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 7 Apr 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

shokoor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place by the beach. Kayaks, paddle boards and bicycles were included.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from DRIFT TEAM on 6 Apr 2024
Thank you for the review!

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and relaxing, calm and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 7 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review!

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eric, Aubrey, and Dwight were awesome! The beach area was perfect! My kid loved this place…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from DRIFT TEAM on 6 Apr 2024
Hello Cole! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay here at DRIFT! the team is looking forward to having you again.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 1 Apr 2024
Thank you for the great review. See you soon,

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 20 Apr 2024
thank you for taking the time to leave us 5 star review!

10/10 Excellent

Haomiao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good expey
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 30 Mar 2024
Thank you for your review! looking forward to having you again!

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean. Would have like a water refill station and ice
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Drift Team on 30 Mar 2024
Thank you for your review! we appreciate feedbacks like this as it helps us to improve giving better service!

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 30 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice and the staff were very helpful recommending good places to eat and visit. Would recommend this to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 28 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 29 Mar 2024
Thank You Alan for the review, We hope to see you again. Drift Team. (:

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Channahon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn't arrive till 3am but everything was ready for us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice! Cute place! Loved the kayak and paddleboard! Friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 24 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review

10/10 Excellent

Idania, NORTH MIAMI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Motel!! I enjoy my stay which it was longer but will definitely come back! The front desk young lady is a doll!! Can't wait to book again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from DRIFT TEAM on 24 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from DRIFT TEAM on 23 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Eric on 21 Mar 2024
Rachael,Thank you for the great review. Look forward to your next stay with us.Eric

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK -Lucy on 21 Mar 2024
Thank you William for the review, hope you vist again. (:

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 9 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Our room had a fabulous view!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from DRIFT TEAM on 7 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a great review! We hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Wilmary

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is beautiful and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 5 Mar 2024
Thank you for your review!

6/10 Okay

Seanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I don’t normally leave reviews but I was upset when I arrived at property and found it VERY different than pictures on Expedia. I have no idea how this property had a 9.2 rating. Pros: Beautiful view Friendly staff Cons: Bed VERY uncomfortable. Literal dips in mattress. Toilets barely flush. Old and outdated No ventilation in bathroom. Room smelled like mildew entire time. Seemed like housekeeping tried to cover with spray but very prominent. TV wires hanging out of wall. 1/2 ply toilet paper Doors use actual keys but seem very insecure…..door locks wiggled.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Drift Team on 2 Mar 2024
Hello, Seanna. We're so sorry that Drift Hotel did not meet your expectations. Please keep in mind that we're always here to help out. We ask all guests to bring any issues to the front office so we can address them right away, especially in your case that you have stayed for 2 nights with us. I hope this doesn't discourage you to come visit us again and finally have that 5 star experience with us.

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Staff was friendly. Great views! Beds are not comfortable! Could use more lighting in bathroom. Over shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 23 Feb 2024
Thank you for leaving us a review.

10/10 Excellent

Carol C

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place. Kind of a throw back to years ago. Basic but clean and the staff was great. We got in early and even had to extend our stay due to a snowstorm at home. They couldn’t let us stay in the room we were in but found us another and made sure that it was the first one cleaner so we got in three hours early! The kayaks and bikes were complementary. My only complaint was that the beach loungers were not comfortable, but I have mobility issues so it was not unexpected. Would recommend this place highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Drift Team on 16 Feb 2024
Hi Carol, thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback. We are so delighted that you rate our service as 10 Star as we strive to provide just that for all our customers. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best Wishes.

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cozy. Beach area was nice and clean with plenty of chairs. It was a very quiet area and while all units were full, we didn't see others much at all. The young woman at the front desk was superb in meeting all of our frequent requests. The one downside was no hot water in the shower, just lukewarm.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Drift Team on 15 Feb 2024
Thank you for taking your time to leave us a review. We appreciate feedbacks like this as it helps us to improve. we hope this doesn't discourage you to try us again in the future and have that 4 out of 5 experience!

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Young girls at check in helped me a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Lucy on 21 Mar 2024
Hello,Hope to see you again soon. (:Best Regards,

8/10 Good

Shayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying here. It is a beautiful peaceful friendly spot.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 15 Feb 2024
Hello Shayne, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and we thank you for being a repeat guests. we're always here for you.

10/10 Excellent

Liliet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a very chill quiet place to relax. There are many dining options available most you have to drive to. The room is nicely keep but the shower is small but good enough. Super comfortable cute place to get away without driving so far.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from FRONT DESK on 7 Feb 2024
Dear Liliet, we're thrilled to know that you had such a good time here at DRIFT! looking forward to seeing you again.