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 23 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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1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4.2 km from Kensington

Bernadette

₹18,755 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

10.8 km from Kensington

Edward

₹18,339 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

11.9 km from Kensington

Abdelghani

₹18,040 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

4. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

8.3 km from Kensington

Heather

₹13,658 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

8.1 km from Kensington

Tirthankar

₹16,783 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

6 km from Kensington

Elizabeth

₹15,008 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

5.1 km from Kensington

Benedict

₹15,330 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Trendy, Firepit) | Lobby

8. Town and Country San Diego

6.1 km from Kensington

Cynthia

₹23,241 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

9. Lafayette Hotel & Club

3.6 km from Kensington

Lisa

₹31,969 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

10. Best Western Seven Seas

5.8 km from Kensington

Timothy Wayne

₹12,844 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

11. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

6.3 km from Kensington

Monique

₹21,804 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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

7.4 km from Kensington

Jose

₹18,047 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

13. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

13.8 km from Kensington

Francisco

₹12,574 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

14. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

7.3 km from Kensington

Kerian

₹14,515 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Kings Inn San Diego

6.7 km from Kensington

James

₹12,890 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

11.3 km from Kensington

Jason

₹25,125 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

17. Handlery Hotel

6.4 km from Kensington

Lorenzo

₹14,886 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony | View from room

18. Sheraton San Diego Resort

9.8 km from Kensington

Karen

₹26,974 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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

7.9 km from Kensington

Mike and Maria

₹17,649 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 8.5 km from Kensington

Allan

₹15,532 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

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Where to stay in Kensington

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

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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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Mission Beach

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

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Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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Mission Bay

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

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

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

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is very conveniently located. It's close to Old Town, Downtown, and the San Diego Zoo. The hotel staff was very pleasant and helpful. The hotel felt clean and well maintained. Pool area was kept clean. Continental breakfast was served, and well stocked."

Loews Coronado Bay Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful hotel. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming, friendly, and professional. The room was clean, comfortable, and had an amazing view that made our experience even more special. The upgrade was a wonderful surprise and created a beautiful memory for my family, especially for my birthday celebration. The hotel went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Thank you for the great hospitality, the attention to detail, and for making our visit such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate it and look forward to coming back again!"

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

4. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8. Town and Country San Diego

9. Lafayette Hotel & Club

10. Best Western Seven Seas

11. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

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

13. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

14. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

15. Kings Inn San Diego

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

17. Handlery Hotel

18. Sheraton San Diego Resort

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

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Where to stay in Kensington

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

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