Hotel Essencia

Hotels
8.1 (1089 reviews)
39 Real St. corner San Juan St. , Dumaguete , ph

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Water supply issues
Bed comfort complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
7.45
Some reviews mention issues like water cuts and discomfort due to bed quality.
Service
8.45
The staff are consistently noted as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.95
Many reviews praise the hotel's convenient location near the boulevard and other attractions.
Room Quality
7.45
Comfort issues mentioned with the bed and some inconsistency in room quality.
Amenities
7.45
Some amenities like breakfast are mentioned positively, but issues with water supply affect the score.
Value for Money
8.95
Guests highlight the good rates and value offered for the stay.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Breakfast quality is praised, although some guests expressed mixed feelings about it.
Overall Experience
8.15
Generally positive experiences with some notable concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 15:51

Property Description

City-Centric Luxury

Unwind and Indulge: Spa and Dining
Indulge in a rejuvenating experience at our spa facility or savor local delicacies at La Essencia Cafe. With a variety of dining options available, including a la carte and buffet choices, your taste buds are sure to be delighted.

Comfort Meets Convenience: Amenities Galore
Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, personal safe, and hot/cold shower facilities. Need assistance? Our 24-hour front desk is at your service for airport shuttle, laundry, and luggage storage services.

Explore with Ease
Conveniently located just minutes away from Rizal Boulevard and Dumaguete Belfry, Hotel Essencia offers a perfect blend of comfort and accessibility. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DGT

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 11 years old to 16 years old stay for ₱ 600 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1089 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.45
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.45
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 8.95
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Raynan • family_with_children • ch
1
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Franzhane • family_with_children • ph
5
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Janefer • couple • us
5
The property’s location is a definite highlight, with easy access to the boulevard for enjoyable morning walks along the
Pros:

One of the things we especially enjoyed was the property’s convenient location near the boulevard, which made it easy to take relaxing morning walks and enjoy the waterfront atmosphere.

Cons:

The property is showing its age and could benefit from some updating and a deeper level of cleaning. The overall appearance feels somewhat tired and dated, and the guest rooms are quite dark. A few of the light fixtures were not working during our stay, which added to the impression that the rooms could use some refreshing and maintenance.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Babao • solo_traveller • ph
7
Pros:

good place n location.

Cons:

you better check your buffet bfast!
if a customer wants a hot sunny side eggs?
no questions ask! just bcoz of eggs one will transfer to another hotel!

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Retes • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Free breakfast buffet and easy to get ride.

Cons:

Older towels and floor mat. Did not provide face towel and hand towel.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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QI • extended_group • cn
8
Pros:

Delicious breakfast, enthusiastic staff service

Cons:

The room facilities are a bit old.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Smith • couple • au
10
Stay two nights not comfortable room with a comfortable bed. It was wonderful.
Pros:

It was central

Cons:

There’s nothing I did not like about the property

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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bernhard • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Miraflor • family_with_children • au
9
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Enriquez • extended_group • ph
7
My 1st time wth your establishment.
Pros:

Fair enough... the usualy breakfast.. need more fresh fruits.

Cons:

Coffee

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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RAQUEL • couple • es
8
Hotel cómodo y bien situado en el centro de Dumaguete
Pros:

El hotel esta muy bien situado en Dumaguete, puedes ir andando a todo, incluido el puerto.
La habitación comoda y limpia. Buen desayuno.
El personal de recepción nos atendió muy bien.

Cons:

La habitación era un pelín antigua, le faltaba secador de pelo (estaba roto)
Por lo demás todo bien.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Chad • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Shella • solo_traveller • ph
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Arizona • solo_traveller • ph
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Jwash1 • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Closeness to port.

Cons:

Hotel is bit old.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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VIRLANE • couple • ph
9
Very nice experience shout out to the staff for being very helpful and accomodating
Pros:

Near Rizal Boulevard; nice and safe area. All The hotel staff were so helpful, respectful and very accomodating. We super enjoyed Dumaguete and Siquijor, big revelation. Very safe we walked at night esp at Rizal Boulevard. Great food, excellent places (Sansrival Bistro, Honeycomb Bar, Why Not Disco, Rizal Blvd.)

Cons:

A Pool and gym would be more appreciated altho the amount we paid was very Good value.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Armand Carl • family_with_children • ph
6
Pros:

It's little bit creepy as the room style.
My mother was in the other room on the 7th floor with her friends however they've heard something awkward like someone's pull a chair back and forth. In the middle of the night.someone using a hammer on the floor.
Not only my mother but also her friends heard that creepy thing.
Restaurant.
Only varieties of choice yet when we arrived no available seats but we sat outside with no Aircon.
They need to refill the food on the buffet. Don't wait till it's Finnish as we check all the food are empty.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Rose Chorie • solo_traveller • ph
10
Pros:

Everything is awesome

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee