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. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

5.1 km from Kensington

Benedict

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4.2 km from Kensington

Bernadette

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

3. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

7.3 km from Kensington

Kerian

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

3.6 km from Kensington

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

27 July - 28 July

5. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

5.9 km from Kensington

Charles

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

6. Best Western Seven Seas

5.8 km from Kensington

Timothy Wayne

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

7. Kings Inn San Diego

6.7 km from Kensington

James

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

7.5 km from Kensington

sue

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

9. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 8.7 km from Kensington

Jenise

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

8.1 km from Kensington

Tirthankar

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

11. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach, 11.3 km from Kensington

Aericka

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

12. Handlery Hotel

6.4 km from Kensington

Lorenzo

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

13. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

8.3 km from Kensington

Heather

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

14. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

6.5 km from Kensington

Jorge

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

15. Pleasant Inn

9.9 km from Kensington

Nicolas

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

16. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 8.5 km from Kensington

Allan

includes taxes & fees

29 July - 30 July

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

17. Town and Country San Diego

6.1 km from Kensington

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

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

7.4 km from Kensington

Jose

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

19. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8.3 km from Kensington

Richard

includes taxes & fees

28 July - 29 July

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

20. Sheraton San Diego Resort

9.8 km from Kensington

Karen

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Our guide on 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

Get to Pacific Beach after the sun goes down because this is the place to be in San Diego for partying.

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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

Recent Reviews in Kensington

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. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

3. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

5. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

6. Best Western Seven Seas

7. Kings Inn San Diego

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

9. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

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

11. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

12. Handlery Hotel

13. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

14. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

15. Pleasant Inn

16. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

17. Town and Country San Diego

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

19. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

20. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Our guide on where to stay in Kensington

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

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