Kensington Travel Guide
New York
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
The dazzlingly illuminated centrepiece of New York is a must-visit spot for all tourists.
Central Park
A beautiful haven where you can escape from the steel canyons of Manhattan for a wander or a picnic.
Grand Central Terminal
A truly stunning transportation temple, passed through by many commuters and admired by visitors.
Madison Square Garden
Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.
Statue of Liberty
One of the world's most famous statues is an iconic symbol of freedom and hope to the country's immigrants and to visitors from all over the world.
Rockefeller Center
This iconic business and entertainment hub has been a fixture on the New York City skyline ever since the 1930s.
Top hotels in Kensington
Hotel Edison Times Square
Clean, lots of food options
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The hotel is clean, busy, basic, nothing special, but great location.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Hotel needs to be aesthetically updated to move it into the current times. Please a coffee maker and fridge in the rooms would help. A carpet change and painting would greatly help. Outside of that, we were in and out and were thankful we were not spending more than the weekend there.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
We stayed here for 4 nights in April while attending a wedding in Brooklyn. On arrival, the guy who checked us in was friendly, informative and managed to get us into our room early, which was appreciated after a long travel day. Our room was sufficient for our needs, although a little small. There ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Pod Times Square
I always feel well taken care of here. I have been staying here a few times a year for awhile now and love my rooms!!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
I always enjoy staying at the Grand Hyatt. Expensive, YES, but “it’s New York.” The lady at the restaurant gave great suggestions for breakfast, as did the doorman for a seafood lunch. The location is outstanding as well, for visiting family in Long Island and Connecticut. Expensive, YES, but i will ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Greenwich Village
Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.
