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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 curtains
Lobby sitting area
Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 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 in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free 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. .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
  • Aqueduct Racetrack - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Resorts World Casino - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Citi Field - 7 min drive - 9.0 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 - ‬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
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. 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
  • 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.

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 transport

  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 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 12 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on 29 June 2025 start from AU$196.88, 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.

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.

The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 226 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juanita, South Ozone Park

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

6/10 Okay

Marvin

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felecia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Th hospitality here, out of this world. This will always be the place that I return to!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cromwell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There was no available parking for my rental car. This was my only low point.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and service was good. Our room had no microwave and the on street parking was very inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Siquan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a Roach on the Wall that crawled behind portrait on wall while I was getting dressed ridiculous
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mastan, Xenia

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

10/10 Excellent

Korisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice owner/staff, clean, price and proximity to the Jamaica train station. Just a two block walk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yuliia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained older building. Hot water was great. Adjustable temps in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LUWANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shamel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jade

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicente

Business traveller
Excellent service lovely rooms personnel very polite and willing to help. Very great full
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk service and overall.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammed

Pay machine didn't work to pay the bill.. So I was waiting & upset etc..
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Reynaldo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Theodora

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities
I was feeling unsafe. The music for next door was so loud that I could sleep. The receptionist was drunk when I arrived. I request a full refund
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raisa

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

2/10 Terrible

Terard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Henrietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slow elevator and lack of a hairdryer, otherwise, it was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025