University of Ioannina Hospital - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
Ioannina (IOA-Ioannina National) - 4 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
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
Enjoy your visit to Ioannina with a stay at Essence Hotel. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A seasonal outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights.
Languages
English, Greek
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Offsite
Area shuttle within 50 meters*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Lifeguard on site
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center (9688 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2015
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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
Optional extras
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
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
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.
Is there a pool at Essence Hotel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Essence Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essence Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Essence Hotel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Essence Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Essence Hotel like?
Essence Hotel is a short 4-minute drive from Ioannina (IOA-Ioannina National) and 18 minutes' walk from Lake Pamvotis.
Essence Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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 Poor
Oct 18, 2024
Jed
Jed, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 8, 2024
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
All was good except the breakfast was left over and not well cared for.
Nick
Nick, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 23, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 1, 2019
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..
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 21, 2019
Location was ok. Room features was disappointing .....
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2019
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2018
Dalit
Dalit, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 6, 2018
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.
lily
lily, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 7, 2017
shlomo
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2016
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
Rosemary
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Nikos
Nikos, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Αξίζει να μείνεις
Ολα μια χαρά!!άψογη εξυπηρέτηση
Tzil
Tzil, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Antonios
Antonios, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Alles super :)
Kalliroi
Kalliroi, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
ATHINAIOS
ATHINAIOS, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 10, 2024
Strategico e confortevole hotel per visitare Ioannina
Roberto
Roberto, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 3, 2024
Hotel bello, moderno, personale molto gentile, letti comodi, colazione buona ma migliorabile
GIANLUIGI
GIANLUIGI, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 8, 2022
DIMITRIOS
DIMITRIOS, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2021
CHRISTODOULOS
CHRISTODOULOS, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 17, 2021
Leif
Leif, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2021
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