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2-star hotel Check-in 15:00 · Check-out 11:00

Drift Hotel

Bright rooms with beach access, fishing dock, and water sports at Drift Hotel in Key Largo. Rated 4.3/5 from 750 reviews, near John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.

95320 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 779 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Beach access
What recent guests emphasize

Guest Insights on Drift Hotel

Bright beachfront rooms and relaxed atmosphere attract visitors, with praise focusing on location and amenities, alongside some considerations about available services.

Guests often praise

  • Relaxed, peaceful beachfront setting with direct beach access
  • Bright, air-conditioned rooms with some offering kitchen facilities
  • Compliments on free Wi-Fi and free parking availability
  • Proximity to popular attractions like John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
  • Onsite dining options, including the highly rated Beautifully Guilty Gourmet food truck

Worth knowing

  • No swimming pool or fitness center on property
  • Not pet-friendly and no airport shuttle service provided
  • Some guests find service options limited given the relaxed hotel style
  • Located about 8 miles from major diving spots and 13 miles from downtown dining and nightlife
  • Kid-friendly environment with picnic areas and water sports available nearby

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a calm, beachfront hotel with natural surroundings
  • Families looking for kid-friendly amenities and outdoor activities
  • Travelers interested in water sports and exploring the Florida Keys outdoors
  • Guests who value easy access to snorkeling, kayaking, and wildlife reserves
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About this property

Welcome to Drift Hotel

Drift Hotel is a relaxed beachfront property located along the Florida Bay in Key Largo, offering bright, air-conditioned rooms with some featuring kitchens. Set in a low-rise building off Route 1, the hotel provides easy access to the beach and includes amenities such as free Wi-Fi, free parking, a fishing dock, picnic areas, and a kid-friendly environment. Although it does not have a pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle service, its smoke-free policy and accessibility features suit a broad range of guests.

The hotel’s setting caters well to visitors looking to enjoy water sports and leisurely beach activities. Nearby attractions include the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, known for vibrant marine life and opportunities to snorkel or kayak, as well as Harry Harris Beach and Park with facilities for swimming and barbecues. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center also offers educational experiences with various bird species and daily pelican feedings.

Dining options on-site are limited but notable, with the Beautifully Guilty Gourmet (BGG) Food Truck located right on the beach receiving excellent reviews for its quality. For those interested in exploring the area further, downtown Key Largo offers additional dining and nightlife options about 13 miles away.

Drift Hotel’s overall rating of 4.3 from around 750 guest reviews reflects positive feedback on its beachfront location and relaxed atmosphere, though the hotel’s simplicity means it might better suit travelers seeking a casual stay rather than extensive luxury amenities. Check-in starts at 3:00 PM with check-out at 11:00 AM, providing a standard schedule for guests.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Beach access
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Kitchens in some rooms
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Drift Hotel

Key Largo, Florida, USA

Set on a leafy property along a Florida Bay beach, this relaxed hotel in a low-rise building off Route 1 is 8 miles from John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and 13 miles from dining and bars in downtown Key Largo.

  • Miami International Airport 1 hr 18 Car
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport 1 hr 44 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Florida. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park 10,847 reviews

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

Key Largo, FL 33037, United States

4.5 · State Park
Harry Harris Beach and Park 1,831 reviews

Harry Harris Beach and Park

50 E Beach Rd, Tavernier, FL 33070, United States

3.9 · Park
Wild Bird Sanctuary - Florida Keys Wild Bird Center 1,312 reviews

Wild Bird Sanctuary - Florida Keys Wild Bird Center

93600 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070, United States

4.7 · Wildlife Rescue Service
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