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Where to stay in Kensington

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Center City

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.

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University City

Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.

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West Philadelphia

Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.

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South Philadelphia

Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City

8/10 Good

"I loved the size of the unit. It has microwave and small refrigerator and sofa. Bed were soft and pillos too. But The hotel didn’t provide you with showers cap or essentials and there is not safe inside the bedrooms. You has to go to the counter to have safe. That also did not provide you with sleeper or bath robe. I think it is a 4 start hotel because of these reasons I mentioned. Breakfast is ok with average food very basic."

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

2/10 Terrible

"Sorry I had to give Marriott Hotel these “terrible” reviews… When you arrive at 23:00 and have an important appointment next morning, early morning that is, the last thing you want to hear from the Receptionist is that there are no rooms available for you, despite you have paid in advance for it. And they simply denied accommodation… indicating a new hotel for me. Plus they told me to walk alone to that place. I was totally uncomfortable with that, midnight is not a nice view - sort of full of homelessness in Downtown Philadelphia! Had to call and pay for an Uber, as I didn’t want to risk anything. On the bright side of things, the new accommodation was gorgeous - Element Marriott Bonvoy - and above my booking (received a lovely 1-bdr apartment, 33rd floor, absolutely fantastic view and amenities!! Overall amm is well when ends well!"

Loews Philadelphia Hotel

6/10 Okay

"This hotel would be great, but they have a serious problem with their key card system — either staff doesn’t know how to program them correctly or there is a programming problem. Regardless, we needed to get our room keys reprogrammed repeatedly for a one night stay. Also, downtown Philadelphia has a serious homelessness challenge so the area including feels a bit like it’s in lockdown including the hotel. Finally the hotel pool is no longer in use, but is hidden behind shades along with another very large space, all on the same floor as the gym ,so that the property feels like it’s seen better days."

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4/10 Poor

"My reservation was guaranteed for 3:00 PM check-in. I arrived at 3:15 PM and my room was not ready. While one of the desk clerks was very apologetic, I had to wait until 3:40 before my room was ready; that is not acceptable. It really is a bare bones hotel where the only amenity is a coffee machine in the lobby. While the price point is modest, I will never stay there again."

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?

Travellers to Philadelphia's Kensington neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Kensington?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Anna & Bel is the highest ranked property in Kensington. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Kensington?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Philadelphia area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Kensington.

What is there to do in this Philadelphia neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include Pennsylvania Convention Center, Go Vertical and Philadelphia Doll Museum. While you're out sightseeing in Philadelphia, make sure that you visit other sights such as Kappa Alpha Psi International Headquarters or Charles Blockson Afro-American Collection.

How can I get around Kensington and the greater Philadelphia area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Somerset Station, Berks St & Girard Ave Stop or Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop.

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Center City

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