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 20 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.

The Best Hotels in Kensington, San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

11.9 km from Kensington

Alyssa

₹16,049 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4.2 km from Kensington

Martin

₹14,488 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

5.1 km from Kensington

Sharnell

₹14,924 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

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

8.1 km from Kensington

Patricia

₹14,450 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

7.4 km from Kensington

Johanna

₹15,884 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

10.8 km from Kensington

Ana Lopez

₹20,399 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.

7. Town and Country San Diego

6.1 km from Kensington

Sol

₹27,595 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

8. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

8.3 km from Kensington

Paola

₹12,823 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

9. Best Western Seven Seas

5.8 km from Kensington

Benjamin

₹9,311 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, string lights, and a tall, narrow heater.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City, 15.5 km from Kensington

₹23,944 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego, 8.8 km from Kensington

Edward Palacios

₹14,020 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

12. Lafayette Hotel & Club

3.6 km from Kensington

₹30,113 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 8.5 km from Kensington

Timothy

₹16,218 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express building with a prominent entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

14. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

14.1 km from Kensington

Alejandro

₹18,895 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

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

7.4 km from Kensington

Monica R.

₹13,717 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

16. Kings Inn San Diego

6.7 km from Kensington

Armando

₹7,599 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

17. Handlery Hotel

6.4 km from Kensington

Matthew

₹11,358 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

18. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

6.3 km from Kensington

christopher

₹17,169 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and potted plants.

19. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

13.8 km from Kensington

Carlos

₹10,347 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 8.5 km from Kensington

Jason

₹14,760 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Where to stay in Kensington

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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 Bay and Mission Beach 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

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

8/10 Good

"Clean room. good breakfast"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"The view was great! We upgraded to the higher floor package and were on the top floor facing the bay. The hotel was convenient to everything we did and wanted to do. The room was a bit dated and worn and the price for parking was a little bit steep. Lizle was a FANTASTIC front desk host. She was warm and inviting from the start to finish of our stay. You have a jewel of an employee with her."

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

6. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

7. Town and Country San Diego

8. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

9. Best Western Seven Seas

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

12. Lafayette Hotel & Club

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

14. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

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

16. Kings Inn San Diego

17. Handlery Hotel

18. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

19. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

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

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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