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Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport

2.0 star property
Hotel in Elizabeth with free parking

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Deluxe Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Exterior
Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport is minutes from The Mills at Jersey Gardens shopping center. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and 24/7 front desk service. The property's extended parking offers added convenience for travelers.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Elizabeth, Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport is in a shopping district and near the airport. Statue of Liberty and One World Trade Center are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cape Liberty Cruise Port and Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Prudential Center or Barclays Center Brooklyn.
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178 Spring St, Elizabeth, NJ, 07201

What's nearby

  • The Mills at Jersey Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kean University - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Prudential Center - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • New Jersey Performing Arts Center - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Cape Liberty Cruise Port - 18 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Military Park Station - 7 min drive
  • Elizabeth Station - 15 min walk
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪U.S Fried Chicken - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Minhoto Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee House - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport

Hotel near Prudential Center
Close to The Mills at Jersey Gardens, Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating

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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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Essence Express Elizabeth Ewr
Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport Hotel
Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport Elizabeth
Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport Hotel Elizabeth

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

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

What time is check-out at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Kean University and 2 mi (3.2 km) from The Mills at Jersey Gardens. Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). Elizabeth Station is 15 minutes by foot and North Elizabeth Station is 28 minutes.

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Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 203 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here, it has what you need if you want a place to stay out of the city, train station is close
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything was pretty good and the beds and bathrooms were clean. The only thing was the floors were dirty and sticky. Service was really good too. For the price, it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend anyone to stay there it was awesome clean and everything was perfect customer service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good stay Nice front desk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe. Convenient. Easy Parking. Close proximity to airport, gas stations and shopping. Friendly staff. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The TV & remote & amazing array of choices made it fantastic!!! I will recommend it & return just for that. Big room & huuuge comfy bed too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Morakinyo

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I have to change my room because smells of smoke...it was uncomfortable, could not sleep. I wish I could check out folllowing day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not a place to stay and this hotel took me in. Best customer service, great beds and nice area in the cut off the road the way I like it. I will always book here to stay again. :))
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

thomas

Disliked: Amenities
Do not stay here. Disgusting hotel. There is no way it should get a good rating like it has.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked it personally stuff u wouldn’t worry about if ur from a city like Cleveland Ohio
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Great customer service and friendly staffs
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Elvesia Caniesha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing to like about that place. The pictures that are on Expedia about that place is misleading. The property is not a place to stay for a week. I do not recommend anyone to take their hard earned money and go to that place. I will never book it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good to stay if you just need to sleep there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eve Virginie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Thanks for the stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was comfortable and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ritik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Vary nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent for the price considering the area, but that general area could be a bit safer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is ok nothing to crazy hood for a quick stay I gurss
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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