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A collection of features and accolades from those who’ve crossed paths with Drift.
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The Insider’s Guide to Nashville, Tennessee

Drift [Nashville] is centrally located and well-appointed, ensuring you’re immersed in beautiful surroundings while still being able to bop around the city in just about any direction.
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This minimalist desert retreat has some of the biggest rooms in Palm Springs (some suites even boast four bedrooms!), making it an ideal stay for groups and families.
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Book a Fantasy Mexican Vacation at These Hotels, from Baja to Punta Mita

Located in the heart of San José del Cabo, this design-forward stay captures Baja’s relaxed spirit with mezcal tastings, yoga, and easy access to the town’s vibrant art scene.
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"The property is a midcentury-modern design dream, with clean lines and an eye for detail...”
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Santa Barbara Surf Culture Meets Stylish Design

"In Santa Barbara, the location has a subtle style. The architecture is sleek, yet minimal. Walls are either blank concrete or painted black. It’s classy, curated."
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“For groups who want to be in the heart of the action in downtown San José del Cabo, a stay at Drift San José delivers with minimalist design.”
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“A stylish newcomer to Palm Springs, Drift Hotel offers a fresh take on desert luxury with its minimalist, Baja-inspired design and laid-back social vibe.”
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The 2026 Tripadvisor TRendcast

Drift Santa Barbara and Drift Palm Springs honored with the Travelers’ Choice Award.
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“For a stylish and intimate hotel that doesn’t break the bank, Drift San Jose del Cabo delivers.”
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The Best Hotels in Santa Barbara, California

“If you’re after a communal, cozy, no-fuss, and minimalist hotel, then Drift will be your happy place.”
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“Rare for hotels in the desert, there are also one-, two-, and four-bedroom suites for a refreshing alternative to the copious vacation rentals that saturate the Greater Palm Springs area.”
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Hotels Above Par

“It offers a serene escape from the vibrant Gallery District’s art exhibits, restaurants, and shops.”
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“Luxury assumes a modern flair at Drift Palm Springs. The style-driven boutique hotel teeters between the modernity of downtown Palm Springs.”
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“Drift Hotel is honoring some of what took place at The Stadium Inn … while trying to build a place where locals and visitors feel comfortable hanging together.”
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“Drift Palm Springs brings a taste of Baja to the Southern California desert. Located steps away from downtown Palm Springs shops and dining, it offers spacious suites with full kitchens and mountain views.”
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“The hotel’s minimalist slant on SoCal cool – think warm woods, woven lights, and linen bedding – makes each compact room feel comfortably earthy.”
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“Stylish rooms decked out with handmade tiles, rugs and lighting sculptures by local artisans and a cabana-lined pool for balmy days, plus easy access to the creative culinary scene and hip live music venues of East Nashville.”
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Drift San Jose del Cabo | Baja’s Best Kept Secret

“Everything about it exudes simplicity and authenticity, an indicator of Drift’s attempt to replicate Baja’s naturally airy, unfussy environment.”
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“The design draws on a mix of the region’s numerous influences—mid-century modern, Spanish Colonial Revival, Moorish modern—paying homage to each, which feels refreshing in a town that can lean a little heavily on its mid-century roots.”
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Travel + Leisure

“Easily the trendiest hotel in the neighborhood, where you’ll find plenty of art galleries and studios, plus restaurants, bars, and cafés.”
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Drift San José del Cabo unveils renovation

“Seamlessly blends its interior and exterior elements to create an integrated flow throughout the property that captures the beauty of Baja California Sur.”
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A Hotel Offering a Sanctuary-Like Atmosphere Surrounded by Lush Greenery

“The intimate property is a contrast among the larger resorts found throughout the area.”
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“Natural light and the coastal breeze bring to life raw materials such as oak, concrete and brass, together with opening up the spaces to the both the bustle of State Street and the views of the Santa Ynez Mountains.”
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“A boutique property conveniently located near some of the town’s top restaurants.”
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“Drift Santa Barbara takes its design inspiration from vintage surf culture and has a Mexican-themed craft bar.”
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“Twenty-nine guest rooms crafted in serene concrete minimalism surround a palm-, pool-, and bar-blessed courtyard in the midst of the burgeoning arts district of the historic downtown.”
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Hotels Above Par

“Minimalist-designed spaces with locally sourced decor from the Baja peninsula provide the perfect hideout from the bustling Gallery District of San Jose Del Cabo.”