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The Essence Hotel AT JFK

2.0 star property
Hotel in Jamaica with a 24-hour front desk

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior
Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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Map
97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, 11435
  • Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • St. John's University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Resorts World Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

  • 179 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Jamaica

Located in Queens, The Essence Hotel AT JFK is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and St. John's University. This 56-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • St. John's University - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Resorts World Casino - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Citi Field - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • UBS Arena - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Archer Av. Station - 5 min walk
  • Jamaica Station - 6 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Air Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sangria Tapas Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Delicias Calenas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪N Y Fried Chicken - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Essence Hotel AT JFK

Hotel in Jamaica with a 24-hour front desk
The Essence Hotel AT JFK offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Free local calls, hair dryers, and ironing boards are also available.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Spanish

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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

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 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
  • 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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 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

What's there to do within easy reach of The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

This hotel is situated in Queens, close to Citi Field, Resorts World Casino, and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Arthur Ashe Stadium is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

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

As of Aug 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on Aug 20, 2025 start from $152.1, excluding 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.

Is parking available on site at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK include a casino at the property?

No, The Essence Hotel AT JFK doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include free evening reception and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Essence Hotel AT JFK doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Essence Hotel AT JFK allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Essence Hotel AT JFK.

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

The closest major airport to The Essence Hotel AT JFK is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), which is 5.1 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is located 7.2 mi away (22-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Essence Hotel AT JFK.

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 318 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alan, Ithaca

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A bit tatty. Hot water slow
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Remote didn’t work smart tv. Only basic cable, couldn’t connect to our own subscriptions even tho the option was there. Grainy tv too. Hair in bathroom. Chipped tile, holes in towels/bath mat. Could hear elevator door every time it opened/closed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saiuda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and accommodations were amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mahir

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a 1 day layover at JFK and after searching the area for reasonable accommodations I choose this one and I’m happy that I did. It was a short and easy Air-train ride from JFK, then a short 3 block walk to the hotel from the train station. The room was clean, modern, comfortable and quiet. They also let us store our luggage for the afternoon after we checked out for only $5/bag. I would recommend staying here with out hesitation.

4/10 Poor

Shirley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rochdi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

two quite nights

Friendly staff. Hotel need to improve breakfast and cafeteria overall conditions. No napkins, no coffee cups.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rochdi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good hotel for short stay

The hotel was clean and quiet. The room service left something to be desired. However, the person at the front desk was very helpful and called a cab to get me to the airport at a reasonable price. One thing I didn't like about this hotel. It was advertised as a place with shuttle service to the airport then found out it had none.Kudos for the person at the front desk on 4/25/2025 for his help.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jair

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naresh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
No staff at front desk upon arrival & departure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the property was clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The five minute walk to the airtrain and the cheap prices are the redeeming factors.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Djammy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No microwave, no iron in the rooms, no parking. **NOT BOC FRIENDLY**
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Viany

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Traveled with partner
Friendly front lobby staff plus work late shifts 1 am and convenient location by JFK 3 blocks away walking distance, But preferably day time; Night time does not seem safe. hotel room clean and bathroom showed to be new condition, great a/c; and in general quiet within hotel. Suggest 2 basic locks on hotel room as every other hotel including resorts include. Price value for 1 night was Good. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Md kamrul Hasan

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very bad service. The telephone, TV, and coffee machine were not working. They asked 30 USD for one hour of early check-in, and when I requested to keep my luggage, they also demanded 5 USD for each language.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Khrisna

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My room was very dirty every thing about my room was dirty and smells . Not a good experience this time !!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025