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Hotel Essencia

3.0 star property

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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Deluxe Suite Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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39 Real St., Corner San Juan St, Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, 6200
  • Place, Silliman University Main Campus
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rizal Boulevard
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Negros Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sibulan Airport (DGT)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (King Bed and Single Bed) | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Family Room (King Bed and Single Bed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Deluxe Suite Room

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Economy Twin Room

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Economy King Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Standard Economy King Room

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Standard Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Deluxe Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (Three Single Bed) | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Family Room (Three Single Bed)

  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dumaguete

Hotel Essencia places you next to Silliman University Main Campus and Silliman University Anthropology Museum. This 3-star hotel has 150 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Silliman University Main Campus - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rizal Boulevard - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Negros Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Belfry - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Robinsons Dumaguete Shopping Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sibulan Airport (DGT) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chowking - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Don Roberto's Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Negros Lechon Manok - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour City Dimsum House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Essencia

Guests of Hotel Essencia enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. A stay here includes free parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a business center, a computer station, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Minibars, electric kettles, and free local calls are also standard.
The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Essencia Cafe

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: PHP 350

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PHP 600.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: PHP 350 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: PHP 600.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Essencia?

Hotel Essencia provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Essencia?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Essencia on Jun 21, 2026 start from $28, 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.

What's there to do around Hotel Essencia?

Located steps from Silliman University Anthropology Museum, this hotel is in Dumaguete, and within a 10-minute walk of Rizal Boulevard and Bell Tower. You'll also find Robinsons Dumaguete Shopping Center and Belfry less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Essencia?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Essencia?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, and facials.

Does Hotel Essencia feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Essencia doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Essencia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Essencia?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, a full-service spa, and a bar/lounge.

Does Hotel Essencia have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Hotel Essencia have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Essencia serves free buffet breakfast at La Essencia Cafe each morning.

Will Hotel Essencia allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Essencia.

Does Hotel Essencia have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Essencia?

The closest major airport to Hotel Essencia is Sibulan Airport (DGT), which is 2 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Essencia?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel Essencia that offer a balcony.

Hotel Essencia Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 447 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous. When we are missing something, they are fast in getting our request. Breakfast food is excellent. Room is clean. Overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Randi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This would be a 3.5 star hotel in North America (just for some context). Decent location. I dont think any hotel in Dumaguete is quiet. Good restaurant and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Arin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its work for me everything was clean ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Arin

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, including breakfast Was close to everything and centrally located Staff were helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Frank

Room 707 we had no hot water in shower, very unpleasant taking cold showers, we notified front desk service personnel could not fix the problem. Just ruined our experience at Essencia hotel, we will not return, we expect to be refunded.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vilma, san diego

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Food was good overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ellis E.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in all there staff was great, the issues was the water was cold for showers
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deah Fay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean as always
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

EUGENE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cheap, short walk to the boulevard
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
The friendliness of the staff at the front desk and restaurant, very nice! you need more variety at your breakfast buffet seems like we been eating the same food over and over. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
All good nice clean room, staff was friendly, breakfast buffet at restaurant, choices were great nice selection, a little despite about room price, Expedia’s room price $27.00 , hotel’s price $31.00, square it off with hotel !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, and excellent breakfast. Good location too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we were staying at 6:01 had a lot of insects and bugs in the room. You need to spray your rooms for bug repellent. The window was also leaking water from the rain on the headboard side of the bed on the floor other than that thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

jose alejo, Salmon Arm

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a disappointing experience during my recent stay. The buffet breakfast was cold, and we woke up to find there was no water available in the morning. As a result, we couldn't flush the toilet or take a shower before our departure. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this place based on our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, we had a nice stay there. Amenities were great. We loved the morning buffet. The room was clean good service. We will be back December 3. Staff was very friendly at the reception and at the restaurant thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025