Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport

2.0 star property

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Reception
Deluxe Single Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Exterior
Deluxe Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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178 Spring St, Elizabeth, NJ, 07201
  • Place, Boxwood Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ritz Theatre & Performing Arts Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Public Library - Main Library
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Single Room

  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Elizabeth

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Kean University, Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport places you within a few miles (5 km) of The Mills at Jersey Gardens. The 29 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators, microwaves, and LED TVs.

What's nearby

  • Boxwood Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ritz Theatre & Performing Arts Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ritz Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Elizabeth Public Library - Main Library - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Barcode Entertainment Complex - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ‪Minhoto Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Crown Fried Chicken Elizabeth Ave - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport

At Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and phones.

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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 free cancellation available at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport on Jun 21, 2026 start from $145, 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 Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

This hotel is located in Elizabeth, close to The Mills at Jersey Gardens, Prudential Center, and New Jersey Performing Arts Center. You'll also find Sports Illustrated Stadium and Staten Island Mall nearby.

Is parking available on site at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking spaces, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport feature a casino?

No, Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport.

Are there connecting rooms at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

The closest major airport to Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), which is 3.3 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Linden, NJ (LDJ), which is located 4.8 mi away (17-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport that offer a balcony.

Essence Express Elizabeth EWR Airport Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 235 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No frills but was a fine place to stay for a few nights and downtown Elizabeth is about a ten minutes walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Janine Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good as always .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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6/10 Okay

ALEX

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is okay, clean, quiet and it's a place that you can use as a 📍 (a) to go to destination (b)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abbas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very good property to go to when you are at EWR and you need an overnight stay. Considering the cost it is a very good option. Friendliness and attentiveness of the staff is also a plus factor. I didn’t explore the surroundings but seemed like an okay area. I recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janine Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the room. All that matters. Everything is good as usual.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good stay Nice front desk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janine Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at check is very nice to and she is so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Marjani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very kind. Room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very clean, pretty basic...no smoking. I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff very nice and helpful woth informations about how to get to Manhattan the easiest and fastest way. Train station 15 minutes walking easy to find. Supermarket 4 minutes walking. All in all great hotel for a good price.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff, rooms are nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Great customer service and friendly staffs
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Eve Virginie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Thanks for the stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic rates, room and bathroom were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024