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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

1. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is ₹10,247
₹11,865 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

2. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."
Australia
Kyle
The price is ₹9,055
₹10,485 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

3. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is ₹8,361
₹9,695 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cedar Lodge Motel
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

4. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (571 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is ₹11,014
₹12,666 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Aspen on King Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

5. 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, (150 reviews)
"Great place, very welcoming. Reception gave a map to help us plan our trip south the next day which was very useful. Oh, and within walking distance of penguin nesting across the park."
Australia
Stephen
The price is ₹10,664
₹12,422 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

6. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.2 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is ₹11,506
₹13,231 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Sea Breeze
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

7. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is ₹9,597
₹11,037 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Panorama Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

8. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ₹6,041
₹7,107 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

9. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"Very nice villa with plenty of room and beds. Would happily book there again. And very reasonably priced."
Australia
Nicola
The price is ₹9,868
₹11,348 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

10. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is ₹8,698
₹10,002 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Harbour View Motel
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

11. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is ₹7,683
₹8,909 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Grosvenor
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

12. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (234 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is ₹6,870
₹7,932 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Anchor Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

13. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is ₹9,135
₹10,577 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

14. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is ₹8,211
₹9,471 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ashbury Park Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is ₹6,229
₹7,164 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

16. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Was perfect! Really enjoyed my stay"
New Zealand
Nick
The price is ₹8,294
₹9,539 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bay City Motor Lodge
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

17. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.8 km from Kensington
6.8 out of 10, (144 reviews)
"It's only a stopover not a holiday good for the money you get what you pay for."
Australia
mark
The price is ₹4,947
₹5,689 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Aaron Court Motel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

18. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is ₹7,798
₹9,083 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Coast Motel
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

19. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.5 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is ₹6,300
₹7,265 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Fort. Timaru
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

20. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is ₹10,344
₹11,995 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fitzgerald on King
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Hotels recommended for families in Kensington

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
The price is ₹10,247
₹11,865 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

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 Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse.

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales

Timaru Port

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

West End

While West End isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

8/10 Good
"All good very comfy Couple finger makes on some light switches"
Jordan 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Harbour View 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.