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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
£65
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rate per night

4.0
Mediocre
based on 372 reviews
372 reviews
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Double room
Standard Room

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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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
  • 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)

Accessibility and suitability

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

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

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • 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
372 verified ratings
Wonderful
23
Very good
19
Good
13
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 Music0.6 mi
  • Congregation Beth Elohim0.7 mi
  • Congregation Baith Israel Anshei Emes0.8 mi
  • New York Transit Museum0.9 mi
  • Brooklyn Public Library0.9 mi
  • Brooklyn Museum1.2 mi
  • Brooklyn Botanic Gardens1.2 mi
  • Hotel Margaret1.6 mi
  • Greenwood Cemetery1.7 mi
  • Brooklyn Bridge1.9 mi
  • Congregation Beth Jacob Ohev Sholom2.4 mi
  • Eastern Parkway2.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Essence Hotel

Low season

November

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

£150
Cheapest month to stay with an average 8% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 7% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

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 November and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Essence Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • How long should you stay at Essence Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Essence Hotel

  • Where is Essence Hotel located?

    Essence Hotel is located at 611 Degraw Street in Gowanus, 1.8 miles 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 4 miles 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 city centre

1.8 mi

Nearest airport

New York LaGuardia

Distance to airport

8.8 mi