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The Essence Hotel AT JFK

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom
Lobby sitting area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Explore the area

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97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, 11435
  • Place, Rufus King Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Jamaica Colosseum Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

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

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

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

View all photos for Handicap Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

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

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

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

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About the area

Jamaica

At The Essence Hotel AT JFK you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and 3 km (1.9 mi) from St. John's University. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Queens hotel include Resorts World Casino and USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

What's nearby

  • Rufus King Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • King Manor Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Prospect Cemetery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jamaica Colosseum Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Archer Av. Station - 5 min walk
  • Jamaica Station - 6 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy International 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
  • ‪Carmine's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Essence Hotel AT JFK

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Essence Hotel AT JFK also features coffee/tea in common area and a lift.

This Jamaica hotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Essence Hotel AT JFK offers 56 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • 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
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and window guards in all accommodation.

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

Are there any beaches close to The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

The closest beach to The Essence Hotel AT JFK is Long Beach (17.3 km).

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

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on 29 Mar 2026 start from NZ$235, including 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.

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK serve breakfast?

Yeah, free on-the-go breakfast is available daily from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, The Essence Hotel AT JFK does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 537 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Beverly

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only convenience is that is close to the airport. The area does not seem safe and the hotel does not have parking designated areas to park.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

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

4/10 Poor

Victor

Cold staff. No clear direction to the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Iniko

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing was true to word. Tv didn’t work. Room didn’t get cleaned. No snack bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERYTHING was wonderful & I hope we left your beautiful home in a satisfactory condition🙏btw I’d like to return when it’s warm. I plan to contact you again. Have an awesome & safe 2026! Again, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quincy, Covington

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stefan

Disliked: Staff & service
Tv wasn’t working
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

CHRISTOPHER

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place was dirty. The curtains looked like they had mole on them. There was a condom wrapper on the side of the bed. We didn’t have a remote, got a remote, and the front desk guy was pretty rude. Like why am I arguing with you about a remote I’m suppose to have and soap! Also, you walk in to a bullet proof glass reception. Anyone who is doing a review and it’s above a 2 works for the them and/or is an owner. Don’t stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanilda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

christy T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed one night at the hotel after I returned from Spain. My flight to Houston was the next morning. This hotel worked well for this purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Arwin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once checking in the room. There was still poop stain in the toilet sit. The tv in room seem to broken and mourining breakfast is terrible. It was just a bag with yogurt, granola bar, muffin bites and bottle of sunny d. Very bad experience with this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Gurdeep

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No one picks up the call there and no one listens. I checked out early one day, but their service was so bad. They didn't open checkout until the next day, and I had to pay for the second day as well. I later completed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shaney

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Pandora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff not welcoming or friendly not advised no cooked breakfast provided until we discovered no food in the eating area! Upon asking was given a bag of packaged food. Room was tired with stained carpets and walls but very clean including bedding and sheets lots if hot water and good water pressure in shower. Adequate for one night stay as all our flights were cancelled out of JFK.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

jaswinder

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaswinder

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ESTELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
YES
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025