Title: The Essence Hotel AT JFK - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111032337&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Essence Hotel AT JFK Hotel in Jamaica with free breakfast ## Photo gallery for The Essence Hotel AT JFK ![Front of property - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/14646d8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/0919ffb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/79bfac68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/77262d4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - The Essence Hotel AT JFK (Jamaica)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/b882f15e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a snack bar/deli at The Essence Hotel AT JFK. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 21 - Jan. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 22 - Jan. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNew-York-Hotels-The-Essence-Hotel-AT-JFK.h111032337.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNew-York-Hotels-The-Essence-Hotel-AT-JFK.h111032337.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Queens, a neighborhood in Jamaica, The Essence Hotel AT JFK is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and Bryant Park, while Barclays Center Brooklyn and Broadway are cultural highlights. American Museum of Natural History and Bronx Zoo are not to be missed. [Visit our Jamaica travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Jamaica.dx55766) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.69683%2C-73.80634&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=B6YcYiZwzP1Ec4kXRH33ruwWQYk=) 97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, 11435 ### What's nearby - Rufus King Park 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Trump Pavilion 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Jamaica Colosseum Mall 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - MediSys Richmond Hill- Family Practice Center 18 min walk \- 1.5 km ### 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 4 min walk - Gateway Bake Shop 6 min walk - Sangria Tapas Bar & Restaurant 2 min walk - Carmine's Restaurant 3 min walk - N Y Fried Chicken 3 min walk ## About this property ### The Essence Hotel AT JFK Hotel near Flushing Meadows-Corona Park Consider a stay at The Essence Hotel AT JFK and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk - Coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All 56 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Essence Hotel AT JFK Reviews 7.2 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 6.2 Amenities ### 7.2 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 188 8 - Good 98 6 - Okay 97 4 - Poor 55 2 - Terrible 76 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika Jan 18, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stayed one night. It was conveniently located by jfk. Clean and comfortable ##### Erika Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Dec 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean, bed was very comfortable. Good service at check in. ##### Julie Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christian Dec 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really liked the room all the way up on the 8th floor, with beautiful views of Queens. ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean room front desk staff was amazing Many food options Close to public transportation Nice size rooms ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaydontae Jan 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean room, everything prepared, and close to Jamaica Ave. Iykyk ##### Jaydontae Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianna Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice and quiet ##### Dianna Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rohan Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I love the location… everything was in walking distance… train station was literally next to the hotel ##### Rohan Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good place ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was so nice and accommodating and the area was quiet ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Dec 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities EVERYTHING was wonderful & I hope we left your beautiful home in a satisfactory condition🙏btw I’d like to return when it’s warm. I plan to contact you again. Have an awesome & safe 2026! Again, thank you. ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to a lot of eating options. ##### Rodney Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Walter Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was comfortable and clean, the staff was super helpful and friendly. It’s a great place. ##### David Walter Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camille Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cute and affordable stay by JFK This hotel gave us everything we needed for a short stay. Easy access to the subway, closeness to food, and a direct link to JKF. It gives you your basic necessities and the room service is always on time. The staff is attentive and friendly. Highly recommend for a decent, easygoing stay. ##### Camille Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jade Sep 17, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Staff was nice! We had a great weekend overall! ##### Jade Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Property was clean and the room was nice and cozy ##### Cynthia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Walter Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff is great. Comfy clean room. Great location. ##### David Walter Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hani Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Front desk staff is excellent. Rooms are clean and unassuming. Great food is just one block away. ##### Hani Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Satvir Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Everything was good they need to work on breakfast ...as weekend the booking rate is high. ##### Satvir Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Saiuda May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff and accommodations were amazing ##### Saiuda Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Joanne Oct 3, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This hotel is in a terrible area. It wasn’t very clean, especially the bathroom. Way overpriced and pretty far from the airport. The reception guy was friendly. ##### Joanne Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MASAHARU Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's cleaned every day and is very clean ##### MASAHARU Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rosalma Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was near the airport, transportation was convenient. Hotel was fairly clean and save ##### Rosalma Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### aline Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean Fairly new construction Breakfast isnt your typical "continental breakfast" (a gift bag with a 4pk I ##### aline Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Donovin Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service I only overnighted but I enjoyed the my room, comfortable bed and the bathroom was clean and updated, shower pressure was great . Small fridge which is good for keeping your beer cold. I will definitely stay here again, The area might be a turnoff for some but I had no problems. ##### Donovin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas Aug 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The facility was safe and clean. Nice location close to the airtrain. I wish I had time for breakfast before leaving. I wasn't sure if the property had a gym or fitness room but would be nice to use. There was a nice Portuguese restaurant not far down the road. Overall I had a good nights sleep. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Broadway-Times-Square.h25449.Hotel-Information) > > [NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-New-Yorker-A-Wyndham-Hotel.h41009.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Edison Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-Edison-Times-Square.h6260.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin New York at Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Westin-New-York-At-Times-Square.h889774.Hotel-Information) > > [Thompson Central Park New York, by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Parker-New-York.h21429545.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Sheraton-New-York-Times-Square-Hotel.h87.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Grand Central New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-New-York.h23677.Hotel-Information) > > [Pod Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Pod-Times-Square.h19681371.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton New York Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hilton-Times-Square.h423330.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square West](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-New-York-Times-Square-West.h16255092.Hotel-Information) > > [W New York - Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-W-New-York-Times-Square.h853497.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manhattan at Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Manhattan-At-Times-Square-Hotel.h7498.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Times Square New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Times-Square-New-York.h6300652.Hotel-Information) > > [INNSiDE by Meliá New York Nomad](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-INNSiDE-By-Melia-New-York-Nomad.h12627948.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Central Hotel New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Park-Central-Hotel-New-York.h4164.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Lower East Side New York by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Lower-East-Side-New-York.h9341162.Hotel-Information) > > [New York Hilton Midtown](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-New-York-Hilton-Midtown.h19768.Hotel-Information) > > [The Knickerbocker Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Knickerbocker-Hotel.h9593707.Hotel-Information) > > [Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Paramount-Times-Square.h24245.Hotel-Information) > > [New York Marriott Marquis](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-New-York-Marriott-Marquis.h15838.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-HYATT-REGENCY-TIMES-SQUARE.h24954.Hotel-Information) > > [The Plaza - A Fairmont Managed Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Plaza-Hotel.h28044.Hotel-Information) > > [PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-PUBLIC.h17117062.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn New York City - Times Square by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-New-York-City-Times-Square.h9988473.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy NYC Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Moxy-NYC-Times-Square.h17924434.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points By Sheraton New York Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-New-York-Downtown.h13400088.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin New York Grand Central](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Westin-New-York-Grand-Central.h5445478.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM New York Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-CitizenM-New-York-Times-Square.h8356903.Hotel-Information) > > [Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Motto-By-Hilton-New-York-City-Chelsea.h68102889.Hotel-Information)