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
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
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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.
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 Station is 6 minutes.
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The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 234 reviews
10 - Excellent
92
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 234 reviews
8 - Good
49
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 234 reviews
6 - Okay
47
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 234 reviews
4 - Poor
19
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 234 reviews
2 - Terrible
27
7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
Great place fi stay
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Staff and accommodations were amazing
Saiuda
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Quiet and affordable
Massy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Great stay
Debbie
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10
Easy to reach from JFK at night. Clean and quiet room and bathroom
Rachel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
clean n nice
Temitope
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Really great and clean but simple
Angelina
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10
This was a very average hotel, but acceptable considering the price. I’ve stayed there before and had a better experience, so maybe it was a one off this time around.
Mike
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10
Airport convenience was ideal! Property near the subway.
Kimberly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
It was convenient to restaurants.
The parking was a problem.
Overall a good stay.
SAMUEL
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
4/10
Close to airport
Shirley
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Convenient location to get to city
Antonio
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10
Good
Wesner
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Great stay as a Solo female traveler
DEENUKA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10
The staff were nice
josette
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Great front desk service and overall.
Luis
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
4/10
The five minute walk to the airtrain and the cheap prices are the redeeming factors.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Was very clean and staff was friendly. I was surprised by this little hotel. Thinking of staying there whenever i return. Room had just what i needed, except No microwave. That would have been even better. Either way i was pleased with my stay there.
Lucy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10
Was not bad for the price. They could have had more towels in the room but overall not bad. Would come back again.
Steven
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10
I liked the proximity to airtran
jack
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Great place
Nicholas
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10
Love the hotel, staff and cleanliness. The only drawbacks were limited parking and there is construction around the area.
Levi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
Overall the Hotel rooms and everything was good just they didn’t came to clean the rooms everyday. You can stay here it is near to Jamaica stations you can take subway and buses by walking distance.
Mahir
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Th hospitality here, out of this world. This will always be the place that I return to!