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The Essence Hotel AT JFK

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Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)
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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)
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

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(8 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Queens, a neighborhood in Jamaica, The Essence Hotel AT JFK is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and Prospect Park, while Barclays Center Brooklyn and Radio City Music Hall are cultural highlights. Lincoln Center and American Museum of Natural History are not to be missed. Visit our Jamaica travel guide
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97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, 11435

What's nearby

  • Rufus King Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • King Manor Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prospect Cemetery
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jamaica Colosseum Mall
    17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Air Bar
    4 min walk
  • Gateway Bake Shop
    5 min walk
  • Shoku Japan Express
    8 min walk
  • Sangria Tapas Bar & Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • N Y Fried Chicken
    3 min walk

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 a fire extinguisher and window guards

Frequently asked questions

Is The Essence Hotel AT JFK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Archer Av. Station is 5 minutes by foot and Jamaica Center Parsons - Archer Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 637 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Korisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff clean room and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel and value. Bed was super comfortable, room had a mini fridge, great A/C and everything worked! Very clean and tidy too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ESSIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, superb staff service and location very convenient to transportation and food service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jailin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love staying here it’s very comfortable and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Candice

Liked: Staff & service
Grab and go breakfast was well appreciated by the staffer on duty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Ely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfort and convenience. Affordable and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed was very comfortable. Good service at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night. It was conveniently located by jfk. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room front desk staff was amazing Many food options Close to public transportation Nice size rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the room all the way up on the 8th floor, with beautiful views of Queens.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Dangel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was courteous and friendly... Housekeeping lady was abit rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jaydontae

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, everything prepared, and close to Jamaica Ave. Iykyk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jade

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

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute and affordable stay by JFK

This hotel gave us everything we needed for a short stay. Easy access to the subway, closeness to food, and a direct link to JKF. It gives you your basic necessities and the room service is always on time. The staff is attentive and friendly. Highly recommend for a decent, easygoing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025