John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) - 52 min drive
Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 107 min drive
Brooklyn Nostrand Avenue Station - 6 min drive
East New York Station - 10 min drive
Brooklyn Flatbush Avenue Station - 11 min walk
Union St. Station - 3 min walk
Atlantic Av. - Pacific St. Station - 9 min walk
Atlantic Av. Station (Flatbush Av.) - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Nene’s Taqueria - 2 min walk
Finback Brewery - 5 min walk
The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club - 6 min walk
Threes Brewing - 2 min walk
About this property
Essence Hotel
Essence Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Barclays Center Brooklyn and Prospect Park. Free perks include WiFi and on-the-go breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and One World Trade Center are within a short drive. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Union St. Station is 3 minutes and Atlantic Av. - Pacific St. Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
42 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Shared microwave
Room service
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Union Brooklyn
Union Hotel Brooklyn
Union Hotel an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Union Hotel
Essence Hotel Hotel
Essence Hotel Brooklyn
Essence Hotel Hotel Brooklyn
Frequently asked questions
Does Essence Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Essence Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Essence Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Essence Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essence Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Essence Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Essence Hotel like?
Essence Hotel is in the heart of Brooklyn, a short 3-minute walk from Union St. Station and 11 minutes' walk from Barclays Center Brooklyn.
Essence Hotel Reviews
Reviews
6.4
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
5.4/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 February 2025
Cute, clean place
Always pleasant staff at the desk, rooms are always clean.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 February 2025
Mark
Mark, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
30 January 2025
Kanaya
Kanaya, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2025
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 January 2025
Ebony
Ebony, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
30 December 2024
Michael
Michael, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 December 2024
Just right
Great stay, would stay there again. No frills, but clean and a great location for the right price
Beth
Beth, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 December 2024
Fine for a short stay
Essence is basic. Staff was very friendly. There is a large bed but it was basically a giant foam block. There is a chair (folding) and tiny desk (also folding) and TV (reception was skiddish). On the plus side an excellent shower head!
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 December 2024
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
1 December 2024
Eulogio Julian
Eulogio Julian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
26 November 2024
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 November 2024
Andrey
Andrey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
12 November 2024
Jermine
Jermine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
3 November 2024
Not really worth the price
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2024
When we first got there i can smell how clean it was, instantly I knew I was going to have a great stay. Staff were very nice I would definitely stay again.