Melbourne Hotel Guide. Hotels in Kensington, Melbourne, Australia

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A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking

A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking
3.0 star property
Kensington
The price is €263
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking

ReadySet Apartments on Altona

ReadySet Apartments on Altona
3.5 star property
Kensington
4.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"The place hadn't been cleaned, or it was done poorly. Only half a roll of toilet paper. Window winder broken, no fly screens and no air conditioning so mozzies were a problem."
Australia
Anonymous traveller
ReadySet Apartments on Altona

The StandardX, Melbourne

The StandardX, Melbourne
4.0 star property
Fitzroy, 4.1 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (258 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time, the staff were so lovely and the hotel design is super cool."
Australia
Sheridah
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
The StandardX, Melbourne

Hyde Melbourne Place

Hyde Melbourne Place
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 4.1 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, clean and lovely rooms. Great food too!"
United States
Naeem
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Hyde Melbourne Place

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport
3.0 star property
Melbourne Airport, 14.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,175 reviews)
"Easy to access from the airport and great if you arrive late. Basic but clean rooms, and options for breakfast in the morning. A good transit option in Melbourne "
Australia
Robert
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Novotel Melbourne Airport
4.0 star property
Melbourne Airport, 14.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (514 reviews)
"Staff were excellent. Especially the greeter at the breakfast and the person doing the barista coffees at breakfast. Room was big, modern and comfortable. Pool was good. V close to T4 but easy walking to all terminals. Food was fine for a Novotel. Nothing special but not bad for a chain."
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Novotel Melbourne Airport

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne
4.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 3.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Love staying here, great little hotel. Clean, classy great location. "
Australia
Ruth
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

The Hotel Windsor

The Hotel Windsor
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 4.4 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location great service"
United States
Francisco
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Hotel Windsor

Hyatt House South Melbourne

Hyatt House South Melbourne
4.0 star property
5.8 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay here, nice and friendly staff, surprisingly nice fitness room. "
Canada
Yijiao
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Hyatt House South Melbourne

Quest St Kilda Road

Quest St Kilda Road
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 7 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (665 reviews)
"Pet friendly, walking distance to the Botanical gardens. Dinners and coffees close by, Quest is a Great clean place to stay so conveniently located. "
Australia
Julie
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Quest St Kilda Road

View Melbourne

View Melbourne
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 7.4 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,243 reviews)
"Clean friendly staff good breakfast and convenient for travel "
Australia
PIM
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
View Melbourne

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 4 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Great location, excellent friendly staff"
Australia
Darrellyn
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
4.5 star property
Melbourne Airport, 15.2 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,896 reviews)
"Beautifully presented room. Ideally located near terminals. Decent Breakfast."
Australia
Joshua
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 7.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (587 reviews)
"clean room shops nearby"
Australia
Mojtaba
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
3.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 3.8 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,420 reviews)
"Great location!"
Canada
Conor
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Hyatt Centric Melbourne
5.0 star property
Yarra Riverfront, 3.9 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (891 reviews)
"Lovely rooms, super conveniently located. Buffet breakfast was delicious and well worth the spend. I’m going to make this hotel my regular for Melbourne.: "
Australia
Kylie
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne
3.5 star property
13.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great proximity for airport. Easy check in and check out. Comfy beds and pillows. Great shower."
Australia
Karen
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

The Kinson

The Kinson
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 6.6 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (857 reviews)
"We had a family room withbalcony which accommodated our two adult children and us. Twinbeds worked great for our adult twins. The kitchen facilities were more than we expected as we ate in most of the fime after busy days. The location is top notch for St. KILDA beaching and getting to the aussie open tennis. The staff was very accommodating and helpful in all ways. "
Canada
joan
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
The Kinson

Causeway 353 Hotel

Causeway 353 Hotel
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 3.9 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good room and staff. . "
Australia
James
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Causeway 353 Hotel

City Stays

City Stays
3.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"If I’m ever in Melbourne again, I’ll seriously consider staying at City Stays again! Great property in a fantastic location"
United States
Blake
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
City Stays
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

Melbourne Central Business District

Explore the magnificent Southbank riverfront, experience the city’s cultural charms in the arts precinct and see a glimpse of colonial history in central Melbourne.

Southbank

The Yarra River’s waterfront offers a diverse range of hotels, galleries, bars and a casino complex.

Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Melbourne City Marina while you're in town.

Sorrento

With a pretty bay on one side and rugged ocean on the other, this heritage seaside town is ideal for exploring the coast, seeing local art and spotting dolphins.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Kensington?
Kensington is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Kensington area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Melbourne, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 27 Kensington hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Kensington.
What is there to do in this Melbourne neighbourhood?
Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Melbourne Central, Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium. When you're sightseeing in Melbourne, Asia Society and Museum and Australian Racing Museum are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Kensington and the greater Melbourne area?
Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Kensington Station and South Kensington Station.

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