San Diego Hotel Guide. Hotels in Kensington, San Diego, United States of America

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Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,244 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff 👍 "
United States
Maria
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Reception

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,345 reviews)
"Good accommodations for the price point."
United States
Martin
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Lobby

Best Western Americana Inn

Best Western Americana Inn
2.5 star property
23.5 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,205 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Elisa
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Best Western Americana Inn
Free daily full breakfast

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

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
2.5 star property
7.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,375 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Lamberto Jr
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
Exterior

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
3.5 star property
12.4 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,249 reviews)
"Great room, clean property and courteous staff"
United States
Reginald D.
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
11.9 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,637 reviews)
"Very clean I would stay here again and affordable "
United States
Jacquelyne
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Exterior

Old Town Inn

Old Town Inn
2.5 star property
9.2 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,802 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, good location."
United States
joan
Old Town Inn
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,588 reviews)
"Staff very polite and clean room."
United States
DAVID
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
Lobby

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,298 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gene
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Pleasant Inn
Exterior

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,034 reviews)
"Our stay was amazing "
United States
Arturo
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Lobby

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
4.0 star property
Marina District, 8.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,575 reviews)
"Very easy vacation, convenient breakfast as well as location."
United States
Kathy
The price is €219
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Lobby sitting area

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach, 11.3 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,902 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and great location"
United States
Curtis
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
Theatre show

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,385 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, great breakfast, clean hotel, would stay here again."
United States
Pamela
The price is €189
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
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Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 8.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,198 reviews)
"Perfect location in the Gaslamp District. Rooms were large & clean with friendly staff. "
United States
Ginger
The price is €222
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Superior Double Room Single Use, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

Ash&9th

Ash&9th
2.0 star property
7.2 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (251 reviews)
"Will stay again! "
United States
Darlene
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Ash&9th
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Marina View | View from room

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,240 reviews)
"We have stayed here before and it’s always amazing "
United States
debora
The price is €223
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Free buffet breakfast on weekends

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"We always book this hotel one of our favorite clean and friendly "
United States
Vevean
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
Property grounds

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice hotel "
United States
Samer
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Free continental breakfast

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach, 10.9 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (835 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Cynthia
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
Outdoor pool

Heritage Inn San Diego

Heritage Inn San Diego
2.0 star property
10.8 km from Kensington
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,208 reviews)
"The room was nice"
United States
Charlotte
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Heritage Inn San Diego
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

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.

Belmont Park which includes rides and a garden

Mission Beach

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

Gaslamp Quarter featuring a city, signage and a bar

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.

Pacific Beach featuring a beach

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.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent
"Yes"
Swami 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Travellers to the Kensington neighbourhood in San Diego will be sure to enjoy their stay.
How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?
If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington.
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?
A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include AMSD Concerts, Little Saigon and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. While you're out sightseeing, Urban Village Tennis Center and Aztec Tennis Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.

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