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Essence Express Wayne

2.0 star property
Hotel near Willowbrook Mall in Wayne

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and table, a mirror, and a small desk.
A modern building with a sign reading "ESSENCE EXPRESS".
A modern building with a sign indicating 'ESSENCE EXPRESS' and 'Updated Rooms Free Wifi'.
A reception area with a white counter, a sign reading "ESSENCE", and a framed picture of a bridge on the wall.
A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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320 US-46, Wayne, NJ, 07470
  • Place, Willowbrook Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinemark Willowbrook Mall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, MetLife Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Single Room

  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Wayne

In Wayne .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Wayne hotel, you'll find Willowbrook Mall and Jumpnasium Kids Parties & More. Montclair State University and Monster Mini Golf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Willowbrook Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cinemark Willowbrook Mall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • MetLife Stadium - 23 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • American Dream - 24 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Jacob K. Javits Convention Center - 34 min drive - 20.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wayne Mountain View Station - 3 min drive
  • Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Blue Fig Garden - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cava - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Essence Express Wayne

Hotel near Willowbrook Mall in Wayne
As a guest of Essence Express Wayne, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and an ATM. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Wayne hotel is smoke free.

  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Essence Express Wayne offers 57 accommodations with air conditioning. 50-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Wayne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • 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, but service animals are welcome

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 a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Essence Express Wayne to the airport?

Essence Express Wayne is 3 mi (4-min drive) away from the Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Essence Express Wayne?

As of Jul 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essence Express Wayne on Jul 14, 2026 start from $102, 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 Essence Express Wayne have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Essence Express Wayne.

How close is Essence Express Wayne to the beach?

This hotel is 14.5 mi (25-min drive) from Crystal Lake Beach Club.

Does Essence Express Wayne offer free breakfast?

Essence Express Wayne does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Essence Express Wayne?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Essence Express Wayne?

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

Is there free parking at Essence Express Wayne?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Essence Express Wayne have a pool?

Essence Express Wayne does not have a pool.

Does Essence Express Wayne have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Essence Express Wayne to downtown Wayne?

Essence Express Wayne is 2.9 mi away from Wayne.

Essence Express Wayne Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 831 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 831 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 831 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 831 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 214 out of 831 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bilal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good clean comfortable great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Petunia

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean the Staff was good and there is a mall nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CookDina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nasir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room decent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Priscilla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in in my life don’t come here I don’t know how they are still running
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good places
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Humberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything on Driving distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Asif

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
room was clean and hotel looks newly renovated close proximity to the mall and other restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suheiry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Safe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Luckner

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was working parking feel safe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Dally

It’s smelled funny I won’t go back again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Modjina

Plenty of plazas nearby
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My friend is staying there. She loves the staff. She said they are very professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Staff & service
Looks like a construction zone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern room nice big shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay at for a little while definitely very convenient quiet place to get some rest and a light getaway 40 minutes from Jersey City
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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