Timaru Hotel Guide. Hotels in Kensington, Timaru, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

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Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room, easy parking, good location."
Australia
YING
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Executive Studio with Spa

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (131 reviews)
"Suited quick,late, overnight stay. Dated but clean,convenient and quiet despite close Romain road"
Australia
Kerry
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Cedar Lodge Motel
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.2 km from Kensington
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
The Sea Breeze
Property entrance

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.5 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Very good."
Australia
Graeme
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Fort. Timaru
Superior Studio with Seaview

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, (146 reviews)
"Staff take care the guest very warmfully."
Japan
Takashi
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (841 reviews)
"Starting from checking in to checking out, great hospitality!! The room was exceptionally clean and we enjoyed our stay😊"
Australia
Loreen
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Grosvenor
Exterior

Holme Station Homestead

Holme Station Homestead
5.0 star property
14.7 km from Kensington
The price is €1,012
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Holme Station Homestead
One Bedroom Suite

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124 reviews)
"Nice location."
United States
Eddie
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Harbour View Motel
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (214 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Anchor Motel
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 6.4 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (79 reviews)
"Very warm and comfortable, easy to get to and quiet despite being near a busy road. Amazing kitchen facilities with everything you need to cook a meal! "
Australia
Clare
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Northpark 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, (181 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Clean and tidy great location great hosts "
Australia
Judith
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Blue Dolphin 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, (132 reviews)
"Lovely view of Caroline bay. Easy walk to beach and food options nearby."
Australia
Dayle
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Panorama Motor Lodge
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, (76 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Fitzgerald on King
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"Helpful staff!"
Australia
Justin
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Bay City Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (273 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodation and very helpful and professional staff. Will stay again"
United States
Scott
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
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, (305 reviews)
"Great facilities, very clean and welcoming hosts"
United Kingdom
Kelly
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Ashbury Park Motel
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"Nice and clean, spacious, would stay again."
Australia
Amy
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Garden

Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel
4.0 star property
19.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"Great place to stay and being opposite a ‘Night-&-Day store was a bonus.will definitely stay there again."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Phoenix Motel
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
D NZ Timaru Port Cape Pan

Timaru Central

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

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Open Photo by Dan Koczur

Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Patiti Point are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highfield

While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

6/10 Okay
"If I was a large person I wouldn’t be able to use the bathroom / toilet / shower comfortably…. a camper van would have more space. I was booked into a studio’"
Carol 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Anchor Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Timaru's Kensington neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Make sure that you visit Patiti Point and Botanical Gardens while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Kensington?
Based on our traveller data, Coastal Ridge Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay in Kensington. This aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good options for your stay in the area include Cedar Lodge Motel and Asure Ashley Motor Lodge.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Kensington.
What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Kensington with a visit to Patiti Point and Botanical Gardens. Otipua Wetland and South Canterbury Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Timaru.