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A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4.2 km from Kensington

Andres

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

2. Best Western Seven Seas

5.8 km from Kensington

James

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

3. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

8.3 km from Kensington

Jeffrey

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

7.4 km from Kensington

Ahmad

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

7.5 km from Kensington

Yesenia

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a lobby, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

6. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

8 km from Kensington

David

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly backdrop.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

5.9 km from Kensington

Oscar

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

8. Handlery Hotel

6.5 km from Kensington

Helen

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

7.4 km from Kensington

Edith

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

10. Pleasant Inn

9.9 km from Kensington

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

5.2 km from Kensington

Monique

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

12. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

6.6 km from Kensington

SAID

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

13. Lafayette Hotel & Club

3.6 km from Kensington

Heather

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

14. Kings Inn San Diego

6.7 km from Kensington

james

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

8.1 km from Kensington

Alejandra

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

9.9 km from Kensington

Monserrat

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a bookshelf.

17. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

7.9 km from Kensington

Antonia

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

7.3 km from Kensington

Blake Douglas

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

19. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

9.6 km from Kensington

Dharmeshkumar

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.

20. Town and Country San Diego

6.1 km from Kensington

Aaron

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Kensington

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lafayette Hotel & Club	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 2,135 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,102 reviews	View
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,465 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,752 reviews	View

Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A large stadium with the sign "Cobo Park" and palm trees around it.

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.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego’s historic heart has shed its seedy past to emerge as one of the city’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment hubs.

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A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier, and dense urban buildings.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, a large body of water, and a peninsula with buildings.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kensington like?

Travellers to the Kensington neighbourhood in San Diego will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Kensington Club as part of your Kensington travel plans.

How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Kensington.

What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?

Kensington Club is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Kensington. While you're out sightseeing, AMSD Concerts and Normal Heights United Methodist Church are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Best Western Seven Seas

3. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

6. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

7. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8. Handlery Hotel

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

10. Pleasant Inn

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

12. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

13. Lafayette Hotel & Club

14. Kings Inn San Diego

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

17. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

19. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

20. Town and Country San Diego

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Where to stay in Kensington

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kensington like?

How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?

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

What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?

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