Kensington Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.
Mission Beach
A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure
Top hotels in Kensington
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Room was not ready at time of check in 4pm had to wait 1 hour checked in at 5pm overall room was clean view was good
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
We stayed for two nights, a family of 8 with three rooms. The rooms were very spacious and the balconies are definitely a plus. Our only frustration was coin laundry facilities with no way to get change. As a family on a little road trip, laundry was a necessity but overall a nice stay.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
El Cuarto necesitaba mas limpieza y no es la gran cosa el hotel
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Check in was great…but all downhill from there. I booked this place based on ratings and was sorely disappointed. Small things like non-functioning power outlet, one packet of coffee to a dead phone. Typically don’t use room phone, but when awakened by loud partiers in the room above, I would’ve ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Strong smell of marijuana, could hear traffic very clearly from room, looked nothing like the pictures advertised, they had a water outage for several hours and we couldn’t shower before an event, every noise from rooms beside us and walking above us could be heard, it smelled musty and the puddles ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
clean
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Downtown San Diego
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
