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Essence Hotel

2.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Barclays Center Brooklyn

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Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Reception
Standard Queen Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The price is $142
includes taxes & fees
$121 per night
Dec 19 - Dec 20

Room options

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Standard Queen Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard King Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Accessible Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Queen Accessible Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Twin Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Full ROOM | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Full ROOM

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
611 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11217

What's nearby

  • Barclays Center Brooklyn - 11 min walk
  • Brooklyn Museum - 4 min drive
  • Brooklyn Cruise Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Wall Street - 8 min drive
  • Brooklyn Bridge - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 28 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 35 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 44 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 52 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 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

When you stay at Essence Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and on-the-go breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Wall Street and Brooklyn Bridge are within a short drive. The property is just 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

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Hotel size

    • 42 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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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
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 5 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
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 onsite 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.

Reviews

5.8

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

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, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Colin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Eulogio Julian, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Juan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Aaron, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Andrey, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Jermine, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Not really worth the price
Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

John, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Richard, 3-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

You get what you paid for
This was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Considering it was just renovated, I had to change rooms. The first room the bed was very high and there was nothing to get up on it. I moved to a first floor room. Neither room had a closet or chairs. I was provided with a cardboard box in the second room so I could get into the bed. I had to sit on a wooden table. One outlet was hot after I tried to use it for charging. The plastic cups for the bathroom were hidden under the coffee cups. The light switch to turn the light off over the bed was near the door (no where near the bed). I had to use my cell phone flashlight. There was no door latch to feel safe. I took photos of it. Breakfast consisted of a protein yogurt, a 6.75 apple juice box, and two pieces of fruit. I had to eat that while sitting on a table. The only good thing was the bed and pillows were comfortable.
Ronna, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Otobong, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Filthy and loud
Filthy, horrible “hotel.” It was so dirty and loud all night. Looks absolutely nothing like the pictures on this website. There is no way they’re from the same building. We complained to this site and they refused to help us with a refund despite the photos being fraudulent. Do not stay here. You would be better off at a hostel. We would’ve left immediately, but we didn’t have anywhere else to stay. We did cancel our second two nights.
Katharine, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Patrick, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Allayah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

My check in and stay was very smooth and swift. Interior neat and close to shopping and food. It was exactly what I needed
Ena, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

This place is the Spirit Airlines of hotels, and I mean that as a compliment AND an insult. The room barely fits a queen size bed (which was comfortable enough) to where the bathroom door doesn't open the whole way. The phone and lamp were not plugged in, the shower took 5 minutes to warm up and then 5 minutes later set off the fire alarm. The soap, shampoo, and conditioner was all empty. The fire exit was also locked, which instilled a level of concern I've never felt before. So why 2 stars and not 0? It's cheap. I slept 6hrs. I didn't die. I received the exact experience I paid for, so I cannot say I was surprised. It (barely) met my expectations. Do I recommend it? God no. But it does in a pinch.
Thomas, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The staff at the front desk were amazing. Incredible customer service & assistance. The cleaning staff were not as helpful and were rarely seen. As for the appearance there was some work being done on my floor, outside my room. However, the staff at front desk were very helpful they asked if we were ok, if we needed to change locations but we were ok.
Daphne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I’m staying here every time
James, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

janet, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved the roof view and how quiet and personal it all felt.
1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Teon, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Got what I paid for
Apparently the hotel changed ownership the day after I booked (8/27). Was initially told 2 days prior to check in my reservation was cancelled. Hotel.com was able to correct that. The room had a king size bed (which was comfortable) but it literally took up 98% of the room. No ironing board/iron after there was a sign in the room stating to ask for one and when I did they said they didn’t have one. I stayed from Saturday to Tuesday , Monday I work remotely and even though the WiFi was great. They were doing renovations and had to come into my room to put a lock on the window. Which was a nuisance. It says serve breakfast but you get a bag of children’s snacks, water and a box juice. The kitchen area in the basement had mattresses and AC units stored there. so that was out of the question. The basement area had an ice machine with mold where employees would store cans of soda with no ice scoop. The shower had no enclosure so the water would just pool on the floor. Yeah I got what I paid for under $600….but I had fun at the Usher concert
Sheila, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Windows were bolted shut. No fresh air could get in.
Erica, 1-night trip
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