Hotel Essencia, Dumaguete City ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, Dumaguete City, Philippines

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8.7

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3.8

“The hotel's location is perfectly situated in the heart of downtown, making it easy to access restaurants and the vibrant boulevard.”view full review

Hotel Essencia, a 3-star Dumaguete City hotel, offers 150 air-conditioned rooms catering to various traveler types, including business travelers, families, and couples seeking luxury. The hotel features a full-service spa, on-site dining, and versatile function rooms for meetings and events.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Hotel Essencia come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and personal safes. Each room has an electronic keycard system and access to free toiletries, enhancing guest security and convenience.

Dining & Nearby Options

On-site dining at La Essencia Café provides a variety of meals, while local restaurants such as Harbour City Dimsum House and Sans Rival Cakes & Pastries are within a 0.5 km radius. Guests can enjoy power lunches and explore local culinary options nearby.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Essencia features a spa facility where skilled therapists provide massages and luxurious treatments. The hotel also offers two meeting rooms equipped with modern technology for various events.

Location & Transport

Dumaguete Airport is approximately 5 km from Hotel Essencia, while the San Jose Jeepney Terminal is within a 7-minute walk. Local landmarks, including the Belfry and the Silliman University Anthropology Museum, are all within 1 km.

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Hotel Essencia offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Economy Twin Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Twin Room

2 persons

260 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Family Room

2 persons

260 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Suite

2 persons

325 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Facilities

Hotel Essencia offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Satisfying Breakfast

“While the breakfast options were somewhat limited, it was hearty and did the job. I appreciated the generous serving sizes.” view full review

Ideal Function Room

“The function room was exactly what we needed for our event. Cookie's assistance made planning so much smoother!” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The room was exceptionally spacious with a very comfortable mattress, providing a perfect retreat after a long day.” view full review

Pleasant Leisure

“The leisure facilities provided a great way to unwind, with a nice balance of comfort and activity options available.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Hotel Essencia Location

39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, Dumaguete City, Philippines

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39 Real Street Corner San Juan Street, Dumaguete City, Philippines

City landmarks

Landmark

Rizal Boulevard

2600 ft

Landmark

Belfry

4400 ft

Landmark

Negros Oriental Arts and Heritage

3200 ft

Landmark

Filipino-American-Japanese Amity Shrine

3200 ft

Church

St Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral

4400 ft

Park

Quezon Park

2300 ft

Church

Bell Church

1.1 mi

Park

Aquino Freedom Park

3700 ft

Landmark

Sudlon Falls

1.2 mi

Landmark

Pagsalsalan Twin Falls

1.2 mi

Landmark

Cuttin' Loose Hair & Nail Studio

4000 ft

Landmark

Omoyon Bee Farm

1.5 mi

Gallery

Mariyah Gallery

1.2 mi

Church

San Antonio de Padua Church

2.7 mi

Nearby

University

Silliman University

1600 ft

Rizal Boulevard

Sisters of St Paul of Chartres Monument

1600 ft

Museum

Silliman University Anthropology Museum

1600 ft

Mall

Dumaguete Public Market

1600 ft

# 6 San Jose St

Gatxs Art Gallery

1600 ft

Market

Robinsons Supermarket Perdices

1600 ft

Mall

Lee Super Plaza

1600 ft

Night club

Prime Club

1600 ft

Restaurants

Panda Ice Cream

500 ft

Ma. Christina Street RHD building

Jo's Chicken Inato

1200 ft

Silliman Avenue

Isdabes

600 ft

San Juian Street

Cimbali Coffee

1300 ft

Governor Perdices Street corner San Jose Street

Fun Cafe/Bar

1600 ft

Corner Noble Franca St & St Catalina St 2nd Floor of Amari bldg

Chibog Grill

1700 ft

Sta. Catalina corner San Jose street

Sta. Teresa Resto

1400 ft

San Juan St

Negrense Microbrewery

1800 ft

Noblefranca St Rizal Boulevard 2nd Floor Prime Bar Bldg.

Allegre

1900 ft

Rizal Boulevard

Jollibee

1900 ft

Corner National Highway and Real Street

Getting around

City Centre

Dumaguete City10 min · 2700 ft

Airports

Sibulan Airport (DGT)6 min · 2.3 mi

Dipolog Airport (DPL)129 min · 53.3 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Essencia provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Number of rooms:

150

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Essencia from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 346 verified reviews

8.0/10

Great

79%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Comfort

8.2/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

5.4/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

8.2/10

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