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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

1. Kensington Motel

Kensington Motel
2.0 star property
Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and absolutely friendly staff. The location is ideal and within walking distance to great eats. I’ll definitely book here again. "
United States
Connie
The price is ฿3,014
฿3,467 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Kensington Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

2. Continental Motel

Continental Motel
3.5 star property
Regent, 0.9 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (376 reviews)
"Second time staying here both times been excellent will definitely be coming back"
Australia
Koata
The price is ฿2,706
฿3,112 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Continental Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a radiator, and a door leading to another room.

3. Motel Six

Motel Six
3.0 star property
Regent, 1.3 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (321 reviews)
"Was a comfortable stay with plenty of amenities to use and the staff are very friendly and helpful, everyone staying when I was there was quite and respectful, will be staying again"
Australia
Sativa
The price is ฿2,213
฿2,545 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Motel Six
A pool area with a view of a garden through a lattice window.

4. Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3.0 star property
Riverside, 2.1 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (648 reviews)
"Old and dated but the staff were excellent, they could not be more helpful if they tried. Great beds, and clean and quiet. Will stay again"
Australia
Allan
The price is ฿3,646
฿4,193 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
4.5 star property
Avenues, 1.6 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Michael
The price is ฿3,304
฿3,799 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
A reception area with a glass door, a sign indicating 'RECEPTION', and a small outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

6. Kingswood Manor Motel

Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 star property
1.9 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (556 reviews)
"Clean rooms nice and quiet"
Australia
Dean
The price is ฿2,630
฿3,025 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Kingswood Manor Motel
A room with a large window, a potted plant, a black chair, and a patterned cushion.

7. Quest Whangarei

Quest Whangarei
3.5 star property
Whangarei Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (314 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay handy to all facilities and the room was spacious."
Australia
Jannett Evelyn Bell. Lance Te
The price is ฿3,883
฿4,466 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Quest Whangarei
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of buildings.

8. Pembrooke Motor Lodge

Pembrooke Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Regent, 1.3 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Property in a great location "
Australia
Rob
The price is ฿3,274
฿3,765 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Pembrooke Motor Lodge
A modern house with a covered patio, stone pillars, and a fenced garden area with palm trees and shrubs.

9. Lodge Bordeaux

Lodge Bordeaux
5.0 star property
Avenues, 1.9 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful! Loved the place! Will definitely be back again!"
Australia
Adam
The price is ฿4,036
฿4,642 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Lodge Bordeaux
A swimming pool with a blue edge, surrounded by a concrete deck.

10. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.5 star property
Regent, 1.4 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (116 reviews)
"Clean room and comfortable stay"
United States
Dereck
The price is ฿2,518
฿2,896 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Aaron Court Motel
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Regent Residential Villa

Regent Residential Villa
3.5 star property
Regent, 1 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (36 reviews)
"Overbooked us! Showed up and had no room! We had 2 drive 2 hours to find a room. Owner said he would cancel and he didn’t! "
Canada
Joan
The price is ฿1,712
฿2,943 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Regent Residential Villa
A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey headboard, white bedding, and green leaf-patterned pillows. There is a bedside table with a lamp on the left side.

12. Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge
3.0 star property
Avenues, 1.9 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"Room was impeccably clean, comfortable bed, good location"
Australia
Tracy
The price is ฿3,101
฿3,566 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

13. Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Grand Hotel, Whangarei
2.5 star property
Whangarei Central, 2 km from Kensington
7.0 out of 10, Good, (414 reviews)
"Was very close to all places I needed to go"
Australia
Neil
The price is ฿2,544
฿2,925 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Grand Hotel, Whangarei
A person floating in a clear blue pool.

14. Discovery Settlers Hotel

Discovery Settlers Hotel
3.5 star property
Regent, 1.5 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (607 reviews)
"Lovely stay, had everything we needed."
Australia
Jade
The price is ฿2,667
฿3,067 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Discovery Settlers Hotel
A motel with a red exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a parking lot with cars.

15. Cherry Court Motor Lodge

Cherry Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (151 reviews)
"Would stay there again, helpful staff, clean and comfortable"
Australia
Lindsay
The price is ฿2,656
฿3,054 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Cherry Court Motor Lodge
A swimming pool with a fenced area, a covered seating area, and a building with a metal roof.

16. Cheviot Park Motor Lodge

Cheviot Park Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Property felt safe. Parking was easy and accessible. A little noisy due to the adjacent hiway, otherwise very nice. "
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿3,413
฿3,925 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Cheviot Park Motor Lodge
A view from a window with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony, overlooking a lush garden with various tropical plants and a building in the background.

17. Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
4.0 star property
Onerahi, 7.1 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (234 reviews)
"Good sized rooms, comfortable bed. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Samantha
The price is ฿2,796
฿3,216 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

18. Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4.0 star property
22.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (579 reviews)
"Breakfast was fabulous"
Australia
BEV
The price is ฿4,409
฿5,071 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

19. Top Hill House

Top Hill House
4.0 star property
15.8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"What a beautiful lovely homestead. Owner was very helpful and welcoming.Wonderful fireplace to keep you cozy, spacious bedrooms, natural surroundings on a farm that provided a absolutely stunning view."
Australia
Justin
The price is ฿1,595
฿2,018 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Top Hill House
A wooden deck with two chairs and a small table overlooking a coastal landscape with a view of the sea and greenery.

20. Pacific Rendezvous

Pacific Rendezvous
4.0 star property
22.8 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"Great property for families!"
New Zealand
David
The price is ฿4,596
฿5,285 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Pacific Rendezvous
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Beautiful view of Mount Manaia in Whangarei Heads, New Zealand with a blue sky in the background

One Tree Point

Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Manaia and Mcleod Bay.

A waterfront with boats docked, a pier with a red-roofed building, and greenery along the shore.

Whangarei Central

While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.

Two lions behind a chain-link fence with a 'Keep Hands Clear' sign.
Photo by Tara Jabbari
Open Photo by Tara Jabbari

Kamo

While Kamo isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

Onerahi

While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Quarry Gardens.

Marsden Point

While Marsden Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Manaia and Ruakaka Beach.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

8/10 Good
"The property is very clean, well maintained and plenty of parking. It is situated on a very busy road but our unit was away from the road and well insulated. There was some music noise coming from the neighbors which stopped at a reasonable hour. Comfortable stay , great bed . Outside is quite plain. Staff very friendly and helpful."
Rachel 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Kensington?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Whangarei's Kensington neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Whangarei Quarry Gardens as part of your Kensington travel plans.
How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?
Expedia has 7 Kensington hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Whangarei area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Kensington.
What is there to do around this Whangarei neighbourhood?
Whangarei Quarry Gardens is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Kensington. When you're sightseeing in Whangarei, Quarry Arts Centre and Old Library Arts Centre are also worth a stop.