Hotel Essencia

3 stars
8.1
Very good
based on 1628 reviews
1,628 reviews
39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, Dumaguete City 6200, Philippines
39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, Dumaguete City
+63 354 221 137
Sun 8/16
-
Mon 8/17
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Hotel Essencia is situated in Dumaguete and is within a short walk of local landmarks, including Silliman University. It also provides a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle.

There are a range of facilities on offer to guests of the hotel, such as laundry facilities, a car rental desk and meeting facilities. Massage services, luggage storage and room service are also available.

Hotel Essencia provides rooms equipped with a refrigerator, a mini bar and a microwave, plus all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay.

Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, ideally located for those who want to stay close by for a meal. A wide selection of cafés and restaurants can also be found in the area.

The position of Hotel Essencia permits convenient access to many tourist attractions. Robinsons Place Dumaguete is a short stroll away.

8.1
Very good
1628 reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Essencia

Sun 8/16
-
Mon 8/17
King room, bed type unknown
$23
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$24
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$27
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$27
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$29
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$32
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$35
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$35
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$47
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Hotel Essencia

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • Designated smoking area

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Reviews of Hotel Essencia

8.1
Very good
1628 verified ratings
Wonderful
651
Very good
370
Good
261
Okay
149
Fair
94
Mediocre
52
Poor
49

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's central location, making it easy to explore the city and access nearby attractions. Many appreciated the breakfast buffet and found the staff to be friendly, accommodating, and helpful. However, several guests experienced issues with the WiFi, describing it as unreliable or unusable. Cleanliness received mixed feedback, with some guests noting clean rooms while others mentioned mold, dated facilities, or old linens. Overall, the hotel is seen as a convenient and comfortable choice, especially for its location, breakfast, and service.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
WiFi2 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Aileen, Nov 2023
Place is tidy and huge. Needs improvement on breakfast being served.

Location

39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, Dumaguete City 6200

What's nearby

  • Silliman University0.3 mi
  • Campanario de Dumaguete0.3 mi
  • Rizal Boulevard0.3 mi
  • Robinsons Place Dumaguete0.7 mi
  • Casaroro Falls7.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Essencia

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
June
$30
$40
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Hotel Essencia

Which month has the cheapest rates at Hotel Essencia?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at Hotel Essencia is May, with an average nightly rate of $28. The most expensive month is June at $39 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Hotel Essencia?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book Hotel Essencia is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of $27. The most expensive day is Friday at $47 per night.

How far in advance should you book Hotel Essencia?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at Hotel Essencia, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 37% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Essencia

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Essencia, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Essencia, plan to stay on a Thursday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Essencia was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $28, while the most expensive was $28.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Essencia? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Essencia

  • Where is Hotel Essencia located?

    Hotel Essencia is located at 39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, 0.2 miles from the center of Dumaguete City. Silliman University is the closest landmark to Hotel Essencia.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Essencia?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Hotel Essencia.

  • Does Hotel Essencia offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Essencia offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Essencia offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Essencia offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Essencia from the airport?

    Hotel Essencia is 1.8 miles from Dumaguete City. Hotel Essencia is 36.2 miles from Bohol–Panglao Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Essencia hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Essencia in Dumaguete City 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 Hotel Essencia 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 Hotel Essencia.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
0.2 mi
Dumaguete City
1.8 mi

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