The Essence Hotel AT JFK
97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, USSee what's available
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About this property
The Essence Hotel AT JFK is a 2-star independent hotel in Jamaica, Queens, offering 56 guestrooms equipped with free wireless internet access. Each room includes a bathroom with a bathtub or shower, hair dryer, desk, iron and ironing board, and a phone with complimentary local calling.
Located in Queens, the hotel sits just 4 minutes from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and 8 minutes from Citi Field. Barclays Center Brooklyn is 10 miles away, and Brooklyn Bridge is approximately 10.6 miles distant, making the property convenient for visitors to major area attractions and venues.
The hotel provides complimentary daily breakfast available to go from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM, and guests can enjoy a snack bar and deli on-site. A complimentary daily reception is also offered. The property is smoke-free and features a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, elevator access, off-street parking, and one wheelchair-accessible parking space. Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are not permitted.
Location & nearby attractions
St. John's University - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Resorts World Casino - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Arthur Ashe Stadium - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Citi Field - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
UBS Arena - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Belmont Park - 9 km / 5.6 mi
Green Acres Mall - 9 km / 5.6 mi
Prospect Park - 14.9 km / 9.3 mi
Brooklyn Navy Yard - 15 km / 9.3 mi
Brooklyn Botanic Gardens - 15.4 km / 9.6 mi
Barclays Center Brooklyn - 16.1 km / 10 mi
Manhattan Bridge - 16.5 km / 10.3 mi
Brooklyn Bridge Park - 16.9 km / 10.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 8.1 km / 5 mi
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 12 km / 7.4 mi
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 57.7 km / 35.8 mi
Westchester County Airport (HPN) - 53 km / 32.9 mi
Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 130.7 km / 81.2 mi
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- 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 and window guards
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is The Essence Hotel AT JFK located?
The Essence Hotel AT JFK is located at 97-01 Waltham St, Jamaica, NY, US.
What attractions are near The Essence Hotel AT JFK?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. St. John's University - 3 km / 1.9 mi Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi Resorts World Casino - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi Arthur Ashe Stadium - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center - 8.1 km / 5 mi Citi Field - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi UBS Arena - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi Belmont Park - 9 km / 5.6 mi Green Acres Mall - 9 km / 5.6 mi Prospect Park - 14.9 km / 9.3 mi Brooklyn Navy Yard - 15 km / 9.3 mi Brooklyn Botanic Gardens - 15.4 km / 9.6 mi Barclays Center Brooklyn - 16.1 km / 10 mi Manhattan Bridge - 16.5 km / 10.3 mi Brooklyn Bridge Park - 16.9 km / 10.5 mi The nearest airports are: John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 8.1 km / 5 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 12 km / 7.4 mi Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 57.7 km / 35.8 mi Westchester County Airport (HPN) - 53 km / 32.9 mi Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 130.7 km / 81.2 mi
How do I get to The Essence Hotel AT JFK?
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Essence Hotel AT JFK. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
What amenities does The Essence Hotel AT JFK offer?
The Essence Hotel AT JFK features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Free Wi-Fi, Parking, Non-Smoking, Free Breakfast.
What are the rooms like at The Essence Hotel AT JFK?
Make yourself at home in one of the 56 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Is The Essence Hotel AT JFK pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at The Essence Hotel AT JFK.