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2 stars

Essence Hotel

611 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217, United States
Brooklyn, NY
See location+1 718 403 0614
From
C$ 122
Cheapest

rate per night

4.0
Mediocre
based on 373 reviews
373 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Resort Room
C$ 122
Double room
C$ 148
Standard Room
C$ 152

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Essence Hotel

  • Fitness centre
  • 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

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
  • Trash cans
  • 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)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • No smoking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Essence Hotel

4.0
Mediocre
373 verified ratings
Wonderful
23
Very good
19
Good
14
Okay
21
Fair
25
Mediocre
43
Poor
228

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the good location of the hotel, but they were overwhelmingly dissatisfied with the cleanliness and size of the rooms. Many reviews mentioned issues such as dirty towels, small and poorly maintained rooms, and unpleasant odors. The lack of amenities and poor maintenance were also significant concerns, making the overall experience disappointing for most guests.
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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 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Essence Hotel

Low season

October

High season

November

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 297

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 406
Cheapest month to stay with an average 2% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 19% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Essence Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Essence Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Essence Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and November.
  • How long should you stay at Essence Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

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 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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 6.4 km from New York Skyports SPB.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Essence Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Essence Hotel in Brooklyn and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Essence Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Essence Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

4.5

Distance to downtown

2.9 km

Nearest Airport

New York LaGuardia

Distance to airport

14.2 km