Essence Hotel

3 stars
611 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217, United States
Brooklyn, NY
4.5
Mediocre
based on 413 reviews
413 reviews
Wed 31/12
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Thu 1/1
1 room, 2 guests
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$154
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Resort Room
$154
Standard Room
$174
Double room
$196
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Overview

Hotel with free breakfast, near Barclays Center Brooklyn A microwave in a common area, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance and a vending machine. Essence Hotel offers 42 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
4.5
Mediocre rating
Based on 413 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Essence Hotel

Wed 31/12
Thu 1/1
King room
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$316
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Standard Room
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$174
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$214
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$230
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Resort Room
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$154
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$192
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$213
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Queen room
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$216
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$239
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$270
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Double room
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$196
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$235
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$239
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Classic room
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$306
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$377
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$463
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Essence Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Window
  • Quiet street view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • 24-hour security

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • No smoking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of Essence Hotel

4.5
Mediocre
413 verified ratings
Wonderful
36
Very good
25
Good
21
Okay
25
Fair
28
Mediocre
45
Poor
233

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location, which is close to shops and restaurants, and noted the friendly service from the staff. However, many reviews highlighted serious cleanliness issues, with complaints about dirty rooms and bathrooms. The overall value for the price was questioned, as guests felt the accommodations did not meet expectations, particularly regarding room size and amenities.
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4.0
Mediocre
Min, Aug 2022
No shower curtain. Toilet makes constant noise. Bathroom fixtures falling apart. Space is so small that I was barely able to walk around the bed. Worst mattress I’ve ever slept on.

Location

611 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217

What's nearby

  • Brooklyn Academy of Music0.9 km
  • Congregation Beth Elohim1.2 km
  • Congregation Baith Israel Anshei Emes1.2 km
  • New York Transit Museum1.4 km
  • Brooklyn Public Library1.5 km
  • Brooklyn Museum1.9 km
  • Brooklyn Botanic Gardens1.9 km
  • Hotel Margaret2.5 km
  • Greenwood Cemetery2.7 km
  • Brooklyn Bridge3.1 km
  • Congregation Beth Jacob Ohev Sholom3.9 km
  • Eastern Parkway4 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Essence Hotel

  • Where is Essence Hotel located?

    Essence Hotel is located at 611 Degraw Street in Gowanus, 2.9 km from the centre of Brooklyn. Brooklyn Academy of Music is the closest landmark to Essence Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Essence Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Essence Hotel.

  • Does Essence Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Essence Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Essence Hotel from the airport?

    Essence Hotel is 14.2 km from New York LaGuardia.

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Distance to airport

5.0
2.9 km
New York LaGuardia
14.2 km

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