Title: The Essence Hotel AT JFK - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Essence Hotel AT JFK Hotel in Jamaica with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/0919ffb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/77262d4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/4f28da0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/79bfac68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](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. 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 16 - Oct. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=111032337&PinnedHotelID=111032337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/0d30e701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom 7.0 Good 29 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Laptop workspace - 180 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111040000/111032400/111032337/0d30e701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Handicap Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom 8.4 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Laptop workspace Daily housekeeping - 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Free airport shuttle - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 164 reviews CA $270 CA $315 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-QueensJFK-Airport.h1122851.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-10-26&chkout=2025-10-27&rm1=a2®ionId=178293&destination=New York (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=40.75668,-73.98647&searchId=52826fac-8403-4e55-b5a1-b4abab007d5e&top_cur=CAD) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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. Bronx Zoo and American Museum of Natural History 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 - 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 Intl. Airport (JFK) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Air Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Gateway Bake Shop - ‬6 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk - ‪Sangria Tapas Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 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: - Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator - Smoke-free premises 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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1 accessible parking space - 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 ### More - Smoking not allowed ## 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 Pets not allowed ### 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 window guards ### 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 ### Is The Essence Hotel AT JFK pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Essence Hotel AT JFK? > As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence Hotel AT JFK on Nov 13, 2025 start from CA $177.49, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Essence-Hotel-AT-JFK.h111032337.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Essence Hotel AT JFK? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Essence Hotel AT JFK? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Essence Hotel AT JFK located? > Located in Queens, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from St. John's University and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Resorts World Casino is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away. Archer Av. Station is 5 minutes by foot and Jamaica Center Parsons - Archer Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 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) ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 6.2 Amenities ### 7.2 Staff & service ### 6.8 Eco-friendliness ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 153 8 - Good 83 6 - Okay 81 4 - Poor 44 2 - Terrible 63 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Great Place! ##### Carlos Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### martin Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was so close to Jamaica station. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/42cfc3c2-b978-4d9f-bacf-db588c7f62d9-1760207454533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### martin Stayed 1 night in Aug 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 ### 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 ### 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 #### Keoni Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very quiet area and perfect for parking! ##### Keoni Stayed 1 night in Jul 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 #### 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 #### 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristin Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities It was good for a quick stop for a short rest and shower. ##### Kristin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### joy Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great place ##### joy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica Jul 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good place to stay especially for the price. ##### Jessica Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabel Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Isabel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Ophelia Sep 2, 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities It was ok for a layover ##### Ophelia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Rolando Oct 13, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities When the check in desk is surrounded by bullet proof glass, it tells me everything about the hotel and the area , that the website neglected to mention. ##### Rolando Stayed 1 night in Oct 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Jean Claudel Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Everything is ok ##### Jean Claudel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean ##### Joel 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Clair Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I would most definitely recommend the use of this hotel to others ##### Clair Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nina Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The overall experience ##### Nina Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities Place was ok for an overnight while waiting for a flight at JFK. But there was a general sense of disrepair and lack of upkeep. Missing lights, broken USB outlets, wobbly fixtures, etc. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Sep 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 #### Richard Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place fi stay ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Arlo Midtown](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Arlo-Midtown.h48669360.Hotel-Information) > > [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)