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?

Expedia has 22 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?

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, Officer Jeremy Henwood Memorial Park and SDSU Mission Valley are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

Best Western Americana Inn

23.5 km from Kensington

Maria

₹12,391 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

9.6 km from Kensington

Amparo

₹10,809 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

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

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

11.9 km from Kensington

Laura

₹14,548 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4.2 km from Kensington

Martin

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

7.9 km from Kensington

Ryan

₹12,293 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Berkshire Motor Hotel

North Park, 3.4 km from Kensington

Susana

₹9,346 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

7.3 km from Kensington

Arnold

₹14,003 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

12.4 km from Kensington

Lauryn

₹10,276 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Pleasant Inn

9.9 km from Kensington

Romeo

₹9,892 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

16.8 km from Kensington

Jacqueline

₹13,141 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

14 km from Kensington

Lei

₹9,495 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Old Town Inn

9.2 km from Kensington

Craig

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake

18.8 km from Kensington

Robert

₹17,170 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 8.2 km from Kensington

Autumn

₹22,358 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

11.3 km from Kensington

Jessica

₹21,117 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

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

Sheraton San Diego Resort

9.8 km from Kensington

Emily

₹17,304 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach, 11.3 km from Kensington

Lizeth

₹11,055 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

7.4 km from Kensington

Thomas

₹13,709 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Bahia Resort Hotel

Central Mission Beach, 13.3 km from Kensington

David

₹23,015 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

7.4 km from Kensington

Jean G

₹13,854 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

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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 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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Ocean Beach

With a secluded sunbathing beach, swimming-only beach, special surf beach, volleyball beach and dog beach, San Diego’s “OB” sure takes beaches seriously.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

6/10 Okay

"The hotel location left a little to be desired, located in an industrial area with many homeless not far from it. My biggest shock was the $25/day parking fee."

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very clean. Staff were excellent. Rooms comfortable and contained everything needed. Little Italy was walkable . The only complaint was room layout gusting could have been brighter. The breakfast selection was also good and reasonably priced. "

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"The room was clean but mixed with some things new and other things old. Never had hot water for the shower however the shower was large. Our view was awesome loved watching all the sailboats, skiers, row boats, kayaks etc. We even seen a purpose. People with dogs let them poo without picking up not nice when it's in front of your room. "

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

Best Western Americana Inn

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

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

Berkshire Motor Hotel

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Pleasant Inn

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Old Town Inn

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Sheraton San Diego Resort

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Bahia Resort Hotel

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Where to stay in Kensington

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Ocean Beach

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

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