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

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Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Executive Studio with Spa
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Reception
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cedar Lodge Motel
Superior Studio with Seaview
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

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, (127)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Aspen on King Motel
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (196)
"Its dog friendly which is fantastic and super handy to where i was working "
New Zealand
yvonne
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Anchor Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (809)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Grosvenor
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Panorama Motor Lodge
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265)
"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."
Australia
Anthony
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (66)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Bay City Motor Lodge
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (292)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.8 km from Kensington
7.0 out of 10, Good, (101)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Aaron Court Motel
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250)
"It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation. "
Australia
ANN
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Property entrance
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.5 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Fort. Timaru
Dining
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (165)
"A great spot for a stop over on the way home. "
Australia
Ange
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Fitzgerald on King
Sports bar
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 6.4 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
Australia
Fleur
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Northpark Motel
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (158)
"Great place, good bang for your buck. We had a 2 story family room that was really comfortable. It's a bit on the older side, but in good shape! We really enjoyed our stay!"
Canada
Marie
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Blue Dolphin Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Lovely place "
Australia
Duncan
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area
The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Coast Motel
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

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.

Maori Hill

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

Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Waimataitai

While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.

Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Reasonable tariff, friendly staff, clean & modern accommodation. Great location."
BJ 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Ashbury Park 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 Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point 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 Asure Ashley Motor Lodge and Cedar Lodge Motel.
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 Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point. Otipua Wetland and South Canterbury Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Timaru.