Essence hotel, Brooklyn | Member Rates

Name: Essence hotel
Address: 611 Degraw Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Rating: 6.8

Essence hotel, Brooklyn | Member Rates | Dyme

Concierge serviceNon-smoking roomsAir conditioningTerraceLift / ElevatorLuggage storage

Check-in / Check-out

From 03:00 PM · Until 11:00 AM

Classification

3-Star Hotel

Amenities

Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Terrace, Lift / Elevator, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out

Location

Brooklyn, us

Walkability

Walk

Bike

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.

Neighbourhood

What’s Nearby

Union St (R)

0.4 miles (8 min walk)

A local subway station on the R line, providing easy access to Manhattan and other parts of Brooklyn.

Carroll St (F/G)

0.5 miles (10 min walk)

A local subway station serving the F and G lines, connecting to various Brooklyn neighborhoods and Manhattan.

Claro

0.5 miles (10 min walk)

A Michelin-starred Oaxacan restaurant known for its authentic flavors, moles, and spacious back garden.

4.5

Frankies 457 Spuntino

0.7 miles (14 min walk)

A beloved Italian restaurant in Carroll Gardens, famous for its meatballs, eggplant parm, and charming backyard garden.

4.7

F&F Pizzeria

0.7 miles (14 min walk)

A popular slice shop known for its crispy crust, quality ingredients, and unique pizza creations.

3.7

Runner & Stone

0.5 miles (10 min walk)

A popular bakery and restaurant known for its artisanal bread, pastries, and seasonal American dishes, with a focus on local ingredients.

4.7

New York Transit Museum

1.1 miles (22 min walk)

Housed in a decommissioned 1936 subway station, this museum explores the history of New York City's public transportation.

4.7

Brooklyn Bridge Park

1.5 miles (30 min walk)

An 85-acre waterfront park offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, recreational facilities, and diverse programming.

4.8

Prospect Park

1.0 miles (20 min walk)

Brooklyn's second-largest public park, designed by the creators of Central Park, offering vast green spaces, a lake, and recreational activities.

4.8

Threes Brewing (Gowanus)

0.3 miles (6 min walk)

A popular brewery, coffee shop, and event space known for its craft beers, lively atmosphere, and spacious backyard.

4.4

The Bell House

0.4 miles (8 min walk)

A popular music and comedy venue housed in a renovated 1920s printing factory, offering a unique atmosphere for live events.

4.9

POWERHOUSE Arena

1.7 miles (34 min walk)

A spacious bookstore and event space in DUMBO, known for its diverse book selection and art exhibitions.

4.5

Accommodations

Rooms & Suites

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

6.8

Good

243 reviews

Highlights

+Convenient location
+Clean hotel

Could Improve

–Very small rooms
–Noise issues from thin walls

Cleanliness6.3

Clean and well-kept hotel, but issues with hair on towels in some reviews.

Service7.2

Positive feedback on staff, but some complaints about room size leading to dissatisfaction.

Location8.3

Convenient location near downtown Brooklyn attractions and easy access to public transit.

Room Quality5.7

Rooms are very small and tightly packed, not ideal for families.

Amenities6.8

Basic amenities are present, but the absence of certain items like an iron is noted.

Value for Money7.2

Good budget-friendly option, but size limitations are a trade-off.

Food and Beverage6.8

Free grab-and-go breakfast is decent, though some reviews suggest it could be improved.

Overall Experience6.2

Generally satisfactory, but not without several noted drawbacks.

Sepich

Solo Traveller · Jun 2026

Good value if you don't mind a few small issues

Liked:Great Location - near trains - good area near restaraunts and ammenities (mostly safe). The room was the expected size for a NYC hotel room, and the bed was comfortable, and even a hair dryer was provided. There is a "cafeteria" in the basement which has vending machines, a sink, and tables and chairs to sit down and eat your take out food.

Disliked:A few issues I had though were that there was no counterspace, just a small sink ledge to put stuff on. Also in this particular room I had the TV was mounted on a side wall, so not visible from the bed unless I laid sideways on an angle. Also the breakfast consists of a "grab and go" bag which is packaged pastries, fruit cup, and yogurt, most of which I could not eat because I am on a gluten free diet. There were some cosmetic inperfections including really wide unsightly grout lines and exposed circuit breaker box and wiring, but nothing that was so horrible I didn't feel like I still didn't get a good value.

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Nancy

Couple · May 2026

Small Room

Liked:The room was clean. We did not stay long enough to have breakfast although it was offered. We stayed there for 1 night due to flight cancellation. The room assigned to us appears to have a fresh coat of paint (smoke and CO2 detectors still wrapped in plastic, TV still have protective plastic sheeting, and the mirror still needs to be hung). The area while not ideal, appears to be in a safe area. The neighbors are a climbing gym and a swim academy for kids. Although the glassed in enclosure for the check in desk does not instill confidence. I felt this hotel can only get better as the area definitely look clean and safe.

Disliked:It is a 30 minute Uber ride from LGA, not exactly close to the airport. The room is very small. A queen bed barely fit in it. Each time my husband got in bed, the creaky bed wakes me up, not a great night of sleep. The mattress is comfortable, though.

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Laurence

Solo Traveller · May 2026

It had a bed to sleep on and a bathroom

Liked:It was a bed to sleep on and a bathroom

Disliked:Bed filled up almost entire room, mattress was so high had to climb onto it with a bad leg, no chair, shower had damaged shelf, shampoo, conditioner, outlet in bathroom did not work so neither did the hair dryer, soap dispensers did not work or were empty, toilet paper dispenser was broken, TV channel options were weird and difficult to figure out. No local channels or usual cable news or other channels. I asked for an adjustment, and was told "will see what we can do"

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Matthew

Couple · Apr 2026

Cozy little stay in Brooklyn

Liked:Great location

Disliked:No complaints

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FAQs

Common Questions

Check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request.

The hotel does not have on-site parking. Check with the front desk for nearby options.

The nearest station is Union St (R), 0.4 miles (8 min walk) from the hotel.

No promo codes needed. As a Dyme member, you automatically receive wholesale pricing up to 35% below public rates.

Sustainability

Travel That Gives Back

Every booking through Dyme directly funds clean energy infrastructure.

5,910 tons

CO₂ Avoided Annually

~271,000

Equivalent Mature Trees Per Year

15 Central Parks

Of Mature Trees Equivalent

Sustainability at Essence hotel

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Medium Carbon

No specific sustainability information is publicly available for the Essence hotel in New York. The available search results primarily detail general hotel amenities and location.

Emissions estimates are calculated using the local electricity grid carbon intensity for the hotel’s region, sourced from the U.S. EPA eGRID database (for U.S. properties) and Electricity Maps (for international properties). All sustainability information is derived from publicly available data sources, including hotel websites and certification bodies, and may not reflect the hotel’s actual energy usage or specific sustainability measures. Figures are approximate and provided for indicative purposes only.

Location

How to Find Us

611 Degraw Street

Brooklyn · us

Policies

Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 03:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

All prices are all-inclusive with taxes and fees. A valid credit card is required at check-in. No additional resort or service fees will apply.

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. A deposit may be required at the property.

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