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The Essence Hotel AT JFK

2.0 star property
Hotel in Jamaica with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Bathroom
Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a snack bar/deli at The Essence Hotel AT JFK. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P8,842
P10,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Handicap Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, 11435

What's nearby

  • Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • St. John's University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Resorts World Casino - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Citi Field - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • UBS Arena - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Archer Av. Station - 5 min walk
  • Jamaica Station - 6 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Air Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Bake Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sangria Tapas Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪N Y Fried Chicken - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Essence Hotel AT JFK

Hotel near Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
Consider a stay at The Essence Hotel AT JFK and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include window guards

Property is also known as

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Hotel
The Essence Hotel AT JFK Jamaica
The Essence Hotel AT JFK Hotel Jamaica

Frequently asked questions

Is The Essence Hotel AT JFK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on Oct 14, 2025 start from P 8,841.73, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Essence Hotel AT JFK located?

Located in Queens, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from St. John's University and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Resorts World Casino is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away. Archer Av. Station is 5 minutes by foot and Jamaica Center Parsons - Archer Station is 10 minutes.

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The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 404 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great Place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and accommodating and the area was quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the location… everything was in walking distance… train station was literally next to the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to a lot of eating options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and clean, the staff was super helpful and friendly. It’s a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet area and perfect for parking!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jade

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was nice! We had a great weekend overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Comfy clean room. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and the room was nice and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was good for a quick stop for a short rest and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay especially for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ophelia

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok for a layover
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk staff is excellent. Rooms are clean and unassuming. Great food is just one block away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satvir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good they need to work on breakfast ...as weekend the booking rate is high.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would most definitely recommend the use of this hotel to others
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MASAHARU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's cleaned every day and is very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place is filthy, it felt like a shelter, their complimentary breakfast is actually to go bags like we are a school files trip. There's no parking in the area. it wasn't a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place fi stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashawnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an ok place. Lots of construction around the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Guzman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A lot going on in the area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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