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The Essence Hotel AT JFK

Property class: 2
Hotel near Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Jamaica

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A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a mix of glass and brick facades.
A room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small refrigerator under a desk, and a wooden cabinet to the left.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower curtain.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a TV, and a bathroom with a shower.
A reception area with a counter, a door, and a window.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a radiator, and patterned wallpaper.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(54 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a radiator, and patterned wallpaper.

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a TV, and a bathroom with a shower.

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

  • 179 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Jamaica

Queens stay.Your stay at this Queens hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and St. John's University. USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center and Citi Field are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Rufus King Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • King Manor Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Amazura - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jamaica Colosseum Mall - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Jamaica Station - 4 min walk
  • Archer Av. Station - 5 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gateway Bake Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Air Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪N Y Fried Chicken - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Essence Hotel AT JFK

Hotel near Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Jamaica
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 a common area and an elevator.

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)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Essence Hotel AT JFK offers 56 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 each 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

How close is The Essence Hotel AT JFK to the airport?

The Essence Hotel AT JFK is 5 mi (18-min drive) away from the John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on Nov 1, 2026 start from $155, 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 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Essence Hotel AT JFK.

How close is The Essence Hotel AT JFK to the beach?

This hotel is 13.2 mi (45-min drive) from Long Beach and 15.4 mi (44-min drive) from Coney Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK offer free breakfast?

The Essence Hotel AT JFK offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK have a pool?

The Essence Hotel AT JFK does not have a pool.

Does The Essence Hotel AT JFK have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Essence Hotel AT JFK to downtown Jamaica?

The Essence Hotel AT JFK is 0.5 mi away from Jamaica.

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 715 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 715 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 715 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 715 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 715 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff clean room and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel and value. Bed was super comfortable, room had a mini fridge, great A/C and everything worked! Very clean and tidy too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was superb, room fresh, spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple stay. Nothing fancy bed was nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, superb staff service and location very convenient to transportation and food service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love staying here it’s very comfortable and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and Respectful Staff. Very clean facility. Ronnie, Sai and Eic at reception are very pleasant and attentive. Nice Spacious Clean Room/ Housekeeping Came When Requested. Decent comfortable bed Will Stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Respectful and helpful staff. Nice clean facility!! Spacious/Clean Room Sai, Eic and Ronnie at reception have great Customer Service Skills
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neet a small food shop in the hotel to makes it easier for customer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Grab and go breakfast was well appreciated by the staffer on duty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the front staff was helpful. The only bad side was directly outside the hotel main door it smelled horrendous. But it smelled fine inside so all good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay especially for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfort and convenience. Affordable and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great Place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room front desk staff was amazing Many food options Close to public transportation Nice size rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was more than i expected i usually stays at Mariott i took a chance with Essence hotel and it was worth it i recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed was very comfortable. Good service at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower/tub was clogged
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the location… everything was in walking distance… train station was literally next to the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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