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The Essence Hotel AT JFK

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A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a mix of glass and brick facades. - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a TV, and a bathroom with a shower. - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)
A room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small refrigerator under a desk, and a wooden cabinet to the left. - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower curtain. - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)
A reception area with a counter, a door, and a window. - 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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a radiator, and patterned wallpaper.

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

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a radiator, and patterned wallpaper.

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a TV, and a bathroom with a shower.

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

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

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 Metropolitan Museum of Art are cultural highlights. American Museum of Natural History and Lincoln Center 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
  • Amazura
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jamaica Colosseum Mall
    17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Queens Library (Central)
    7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Gateway Bake Shop
    5 min walk
  • Air Bar
    4 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    8 min walk
  • Little Caesars Pizza
    8 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"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 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. Jamaica Station is only a 4-minute walk and Archer Av. Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Amenities

7.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 705 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

DeShon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean Property/ Helpful Staff/ Convenient Location /Smooth& Easy Check -in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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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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8/10 Good

Shah Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and Air conditioning well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Tierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its very close to jfk that's what got my attention, they give yiu a breakfast bag for breakfast ( apple juice would be better than Sunny D) there are lots of places to go eat in the area. I did have a few hiccups but they were taken care of, just a heads up the rooms are small, place to heat your food. Clean so I will go back 😌
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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 review

10/10 Excellent

DeShon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and Respectful Staff. Very clean facility. Ronnie, Sai and Eic at reception are very pleasant and attentive. Nice Spacious Clean Room/ Housekeeping Came When Requested. Decent comfortable bed Will Stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DeShon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Respectful and helpful staff. Nice clean facility!! Spacious/Clean Room Sai, Eic and Ronnie at reception have great Customer Service Skills
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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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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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. Room was fine. The $522 per night charge, taking advantage of weather delayed travelers was a bit excessive. A modest upcharge, say $100 more than regular rate would have been fine. But this was obnoxious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Braeden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the front staff was helpful. The only bad side was directly outside the hotel main door it smelled horrendous. But it smelled fine inside so all good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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

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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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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8/10 Good

Sarah

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Staff was helpful and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

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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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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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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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

Dianna

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

David

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

Cynthia

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