The Essence Hotel AT JFK

2.0 star property
Hotel in Jamaica with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom
Lobby sitting area
Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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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

Room options

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Jamaica

At The Essence Hotel AT JFK you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and 3 km (1.9 mi) from St. John's University. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Queens hotel include Citi Field and Resorts World Casino.

What's nearby

  • Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • St. John's University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Resorts World Casino - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Citi Field - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • UBS Arena - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Air Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Bake Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sangria Tapas Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin’ - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Essence Hotel AT JFK

Hotel in Jamaica with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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 common area and a lift.

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)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Essence Hotel AT JFK offers 56 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • 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

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
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

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  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 window guards in all 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

Are there any beaches close to The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

The closest beach to The Essence Hotel AT JFK is Long Beach (17.3 km).

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

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on 14 Sept 2025 start from AU$247.33, 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 serve breakfast?

Yeah, free on-the-go breakfast is available daily from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, The Essence Hotel AT JFK does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?

No, pets are not allowed.