Essence hotel

Hotels
6.8 (224 reviews)
611 Degraw Street , Brooklyn , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Clean hotel
Cons:
Very small rooms
Noise issues from thin walls

Categories

Cleanliness
6.26
Clean and well-kept hotel, but issues with hair on towels in some reviews.
Service
7.23
Positive feedback on staff, but some complaints about room size leading to dissatisfaction.
Location
8.27
Convenient location near downtown Brooklyn attractions and easy access to public transit.
Room Quality
5.72
Rooms are very small and tightly packed, not ideal for families.
Amenities
6.75
Basic amenities are present, but the absence of certain items like an iron is noted.
Value for Money
7.21
Good budget-friendly option, but size limitations are a trade-off.
Food and Beverage
6.76
Free grab-and-go breakfast is decent, though some reviews suggest it could be improved.
Overall Experience
6.23
Generally satisfactory, but not without several noted drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 08:51

Property Description

Luxurious Design
Experience decadence in every detail with custom beds, deco chandeliers, and high ceilings in our guest rooms.

Top-notch Amenities
Enjoy modern conveniences like LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi, iPod docking stations, and coffee facilities in every room.

Convenient Location
Explore the city easily with Union Street Subway Station just 2 blocks away, offering quick access to iconic landmarks like Central Park and the Empire State Building.

To book your luxurious stay at Essence Hotel in Brooklyn and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Guests must be 21 years or older to reserve a room.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: JFK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 224 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.26
Service: 7.23
Location: 8.27
Room Quality: 5.72
Amenities: 6.75
Value for Money: 7.21
Food and Beverage: 6.76
Overall Experience: 6.23
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Jacob • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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sanchez • couple • us
10
Pros:

Muy buena atención personal muy amable

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Russell • solo_traveller • us
7
About as expected as indicated by the reviews.
Cons:

Room 310 door did not close properly. Overpriced for room, thin towels, was not aware of breakfast.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tyreek • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Diego Enrique • family_with_children • mx
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Shauvin • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anass • solo_traveller • ma
10
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
9
I enjoyed every second of my stay on the 11 thank you for having us
Pros:

Breakfast was great just think it should be served earlier since it came with fruits and just that should be digest before tea

Cons:

This was my second visit the first I did not like how the AC was so close to the bed

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Khianni • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Kirt • couple • us
5
2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • us
9
Handy hotel near Downtown Brooklyn & public transit. Best for solo travelers.
Pros:

Convenient location near downtown Brooklyn attractions. Easy access to public transit. Clean and well-kept hotel, no frills but comfortable. Coffee maker and mini-fridge in the room, and a free grab-and-go breakfast. Mostly recommended for solo travelers, the rooms are really small and wouldn't be ideal for families.

Cons:

I don't really have any complaints. The rooms are very small, but that's to be expected.

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed • solo_traveller • us
5
The room was literally in the size of the mattress with some space to walk in
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

It was no space very tight room no closet, I had to hang my clothes in the bathroom. I ask them to give me a bigger room they said that’s what you paid for but what I paid for shows closet!!!

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Filippo • couple • it
6
Per dormire ok
Pros:

Ottima posizione e prezzo
Buon impianto di riscaldamento
Ottima per chi sta tutto il giorno fuori e non gli importa dell'hotel

Cons:

Stanza molto piccola e stretta senza spazio per i bagagli grandi
Letto comodo ma praticamente incastrato tra due pareti
Asciugamani con capelli ...

2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Marin • solo_traveller • us
8
Great budget friendly option if you only need the basics.
Pros:

This is a great stay for the price. Easy check-in and check-out. Decent sized bathroom with hot water and a good heater in the room for NYC’s cold weather. It’s also located just around the corner from the NYC metro, so it was super easy to get to Manhattan and all the major NYC tourist attractions. There was a nice TV with access to all the major streaming services too. Very good budget friendly option, but you get what you pay for in terms of size.

Cons:

The elevator smelled like smoke, but the room didn’t, so that was nice. The room was so small that the door hits the bed and doesn’t open all the way. I’m only 5’1” and not that heavy, but if you are a plus sized or very large traveler, you might have a hard time fitting through the door and around the bed. There also was no iron or ironing board in the room. Still a good option for solo travelers on a budget.

2025-12-17 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
2
Thin walls — noise from nearby rooms and the hallway late at night disrupted sleep.
Pros:

Easy check-in and check-out.

Cons:

The walls are extremely thin. Noise from the neighboring room and hallway started around 12am and continued for several hours. By 3am and 6am, another guest confronted them due to the ongoing disturbance. Even when things quieted down, muffled voices from the next room were still clearly audible.

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Marco • family_with_children • it
8
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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Mariela • solo_traveller • ar
6
Pros:

La ubicación cerca del metro

Cons:

El aire que calefacciona la habitacion es extremadamente ruidoso y esta pegado a la cama es difícil dormir y la temperatura sube y baja constantemente

2025-12-12 • via Nuitee
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eric • couple • gr
9
Pros:

All staff, from cleaner to hotel manager.comfortable beds & pillows. Shower. TV compatible smart view.

Cons:

Fan too near from the bed and bed too high.

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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Maricel • couple • ar
9
Bien 👍
Pros:

Está bien ubicada el desayuno está bien recomendable en Brooklyn cerca del metro

Cons:

Los precios elevador por la época en que me aloje 🤣

2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Ilze • solo_traveller • lv
5
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee