Hotels in Kensington

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Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
The price is CNY760
CNY874 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (172 reviews)
The price is CNY681
CNY783 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
The price is CNY652
CNY750 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Cedar Lodge Motel
Superior Studio with Seaview | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.4 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (131 reviews)
The price is CNY771
CNY887 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (199 reviews)
The price is CNY417
CNY480 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Anchor Motel
Property entrance

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.5 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
The price is CNY538
CNY619 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
The Fort. Timaru
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (268 reviews)
The price is CNY740
CNY851 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (815 reviews)
The price is CNY648
CNY746 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
The Grosvenor
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.8 km from Kensington
7.2 out of 10, Good, (107 reviews)
The price is CNY345
CNY396 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Aaron Court Motel
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117 reviews)
The price is CNY721
CNY829 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Panorama Motor Lodge
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (556 reviews)
The price is CNY749
CNY861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Aspen on King Motel
Dining

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (171 reviews)
The price is CNY553
CNY636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
The price is CNY522
CNY600 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
The price is CNY680
CNY782 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Fitzgerald on King
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
The price is CNY558
CNY642 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Ashbury Park Motel
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9) | WiFi, wheelchair access

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (161 reviews)
The price is CNY508
CNY644 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Blue Dolphin Motel
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156 reviews)
The price is CNY558
CNY641 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
The Coast Motel
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (119 reviews)
The price is CNY766
CNY880 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (68 reviews)
The price is CNY780
CNY897 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Bay City Motor Lodge
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 6.4 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (67 reviews)
The price is CNY633
CNY728 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Northpark Motel
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When is the best time to visit Kensington?

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Top landmarks in Kensington

Botanical Gardens

4.4/5 (60 reviews)
Ready for an education in local botany? Botanical Gardens should make your list of places to visit, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Timaru. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Patiti Point, just a short walk away.
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Patiti Point

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Patiti Point in Kensington. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Botanical Gardens, just a short walk away.
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Check out reviews of Kensington hotels guests love

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"All of those mentioned above. Staff particularly helpful."
Colin 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Is Kensington expensive to stay in?
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Kensington hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Kensington hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
What are some of the best family hotels in Kensington?
If you're vacationing with your family, Cedar Lodge Motel is one of the best family hotels in Kensington. Cedar Lodge Motel has a great average guest score of 9.4 out of 10 and amenities like free parking, a barbecue grill and in-room cribs. To explore more family hotels in Kensington, use the "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.
What are some of the top Kensington hotels with free parking?
If you're traveling by car, make your life easier by booking a Kensington hotel with free parking. Our travelers like:
Is it worth staying in Kensington?
Basing yourself in Kensington makes it easy to explore Timaru, including the neighborhoods of Timaru Central and Parkside.
What are some great hotels in Kensington with balconies?
There are some top hotels in Kensington that offer rooms with a balcony. Check out Cedar Lodge Motel which has a high guest score of 9.4 out of 10, and a furnished patio in every room.
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