Essence Hotel

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
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December 2024
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe
Executive Double Room, Lake View | View from room
Property entrance
Executive Double Room, Lake View
Comfort Double Room, Pool View | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
40 Egnatias, Nea Zoi, Ioannina, 45500
  • Lake Pamvotis
    18 min walk
  • Perama Cave
    3 min drive
  • Folklore Museum
    4 min drive
  • Ioannina (IOA-Ioannina National)
    9 min walk

Room options

Superior Quadruple Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Elite Triple Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Executive Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Elite Triple Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Single Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Comfort Double Room, City View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Ioannina

At Essence Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Lake Pamvotis and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Perama Cave. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. 9688 square feet (900 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Ioannina hotel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Folklore Museum and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Zosimaia Library.

What's nearby

  • Perama Cave - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ioannina Castle - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Byzantine Museum - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Ali Pasha Residence - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • University of Ioannina Hospital - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Ioannina (IOA-Ioannina National) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Μάντζιος - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Lab 42 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Κυρά Φροσύνη - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Γυροσκόπιο - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Onar Cafe Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Essence Hotel

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
Essence Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 9688 square feet (900 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Essence Hotel. An area shuttle within 50 metres is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ioannina hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 9688 sq ft of conference space
  • 900 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Essence Hotel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a safe. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 metres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (9,688 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 7.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

Essence Contemporary Living Hotel Ioannina
Essence Contemporary Living Ioannina
Essence Contemporary Living
Essence Hotel Hotel
Essence Hotel Ioannina
Essence Living Exclusive
Essence Hotel Hotel Ioannina
Essence Contemporary Living Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Essence Hotel?

Essence Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Essence Hotel?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essence Hotel on 2 Dec 2024 start from NZ$132.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Essence Hotel?

Yep, Essence Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Essence Hotel have a pool?

Essence Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to September).

What makes Essence Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Essence Hotel.

Does Essence Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essence Hotel?

No, Essence Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Essence Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Essence Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Essence Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was good except the breakfast was left over and not well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, service was good, friendly staff. One thing they can improve on is having staff wear some kind of uniform to seem more professional..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was ok. Room features was disappointing .....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dalit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
simple for the positive side
room was clean and big, breakfast was excellent,the bed was comfortable except the bathroom was a little bit weird.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

shlomo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful surprise
We booked there because it was close to the airport for an early morning departure. Decor fabulous, breakfast excellent. Would highly recommend Essence and at a very fair price

10/10 Excellent

Kalliroi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles super :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ATHINAIOS

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Strategico e confortevole hotel per visitare Ioannina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

GIANLUIGI

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel bello, moderno, personale molto gentile, letti comodi, colazione buona ma migliorabile
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

DIMITRIOS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTODOULOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

KONSTANTINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ωραία διαμονή
Μοντέρνο, ήσυχο, καθαρό και όμορφο ξενοδοχείο, με άνετο δωμάτιο και μπάνιο και πλούσιο και ποιοτικό πρωινό.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

juan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bueno
Trato agradable, el personal es muy amable recomiendo este hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

nikolaos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ευχαριστεί διαμονή
Ωραίο ξενοδοχείο σε άριστη κατάσταση με τέλια εξυπηρέτηση με πολύ ευγενικό προσωπικό. Άνετο δωμάτιο υπέροχη θέα. Ήταν μία ευχαριστεί διαμονή.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evanthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Εξαιρετικο ξενοδοχειο
Ηταν εξαιρετικο ξενοδοχειο, πολυ φιλικο περιβαλλον και ακρως εξυπηρετικο προσωπικο!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

PITTON

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019