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 centre 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 at the property
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 Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Off-site
Area shuttle within 50 metres*
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
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Lifeguard on-site
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference centre (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 reception
Fitness centre
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 curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Memory-foam mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 checkout. 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 to 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Local 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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on 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 that you 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 spaces 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 such as skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Essence Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site 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
18 October 2024
Jed
Jed, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2024
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
8 August 2024
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 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
23 September 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 September 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 traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
21 August 2019
Location was ok. Room features was disappointing .....
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2019
Verified traveller
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 October 2018
Dalit
Dalit, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 September 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
7 April 2017
shlomo
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 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
11 November 2024
Nikos
Nikos, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
Αξίζει να μείνεις
Ολα μια χαρά!!άψογη εξυπηρέτηση
Tzil
Tzil, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2024
Antonios
Antonios, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2024
Alles super :)
Kalliroi
Kalliroi, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
ATHINAIOS
ATHINAIOS, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 August 2024
Strategico e confortevole hotel per visitare Ioannina
Roberto
Roberto, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 June 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
8 March 2022
DIMITRIOS
DIMITRIOS, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2021
CHRISTODOULOS
CHRISTODOULOS, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 October 2021
Leif
Leif, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2021
Ωραία διαμονή
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