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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
Northwest Berkeley, 4.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast in the morning is great."
United States
Vena
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,384 reviews)
"The front desk staff members are truly amazing and so very helpful. What a wonderful place to stay!"
United States
Jody
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,175 reviews)
"The view of the bay was spectacular, and the boathouse restaurant was excellent!!"
United States
Brenda
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
8 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,437 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was very nice and helpful"
United States
Elianna
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,800 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great facilities."
United States
Tamy
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

6. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,720 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Richard
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

7. Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, relaxing! I would def stay there again"
United States
Davida
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaktown Roost
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

8. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
12.1 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Steve
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

9. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,359 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
Canada
Colby John
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and umbrellas branded with "Tiburon."

10. The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
16 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,054 reviews)
"Lovely place, attentive staff, great location!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is AU$355
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Lodge at Tiburon
A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

11. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Nice size room. Great location!"
United States
Jennie
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

12. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
18.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,414 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

13. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,294 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay right on the waterfront. Great staff, clean, comfortable accommodations. Generous breakfast Nice little bar area. I would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A wooden deck with a door, a bench, a chair, and a table.

14. San Remo Hotel

San Remo Hotel
2.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"I had a nice stay at San Remo. Location is excellent and staff are very helpful and friendly. I’d recommend it, especially if you’re on a budget but want to be in a nice area in North Beach."
Ireland
John
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
San Remo Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG
2.5 star property
30 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was excellent very comfy and close to restaurants!!!"
United States
Vanessa
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG
A modern interior with a central walkway, wooden ceiling beams, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
3.5 star property
19.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,492 reviews)
"Great breakfast. Very nice lobby and gathering areas. Friendly and helpful staff."
Canada
Denise
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

17. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,309 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay, very good location and very well maintained hotel"
United States
Julio
The price is AU$344
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

18. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
4.0 star property
16.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,649 reviews)
"perfect location, friendly staff, great rooms and price, safe"
United States
Allyson
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

19. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,732 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and great value for the cost."
United States
Diane
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,513 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Russell
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
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Our guide on where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kensington
Learn more about Kensington
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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, located at the corner of a street with a traffic light and pedestrians nearby.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Kensington

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Incredible breakfast. Wish parking was a little less."
Simon 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Kensington that travellers recommend?
For a highly recommended hotel in Kensington, consider the Terrace Inn and Suites.

This 3-star hotel, with a 7.8 rating, frequently receives praise from guests for its clean rooms. It offers convenient amenities such as air conditioning and free self-parking. The hotel is also well-located for exploring local attractions, being just 0.2 km from Playland Not At The Beach and 1.8 km from Point Isabel Regional Shoreline.
What are the best budget hotels in Kensington?
For budget-friendly accommodation in Kensington, consider the Terrace Inn and Suites or the Budget Inn.

The 3-star Terrace Inn and Suites, with a rating of 7.8, offers complimentary WiFi, free self-parking, and air conditioning. Guests frequently mention the cleanliness of the rooms. This hotel is conveniently located near Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, just 1.8 km away, and Albany State Marine Reserve, which is 2.5 km away.

Another option is the Budget Inn, which provides free WiFi, complimentary self-parking, and air conditioning. It is situated close to Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, only 1.7 km distant, and Point Isabel Dog Park, which is 2.0 km away.
When is the best time to go to Kensington?
The best time to go to Kensington, California, is typically during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months. These periods offer pleasant weather, ideal for exploring the area and enjoying outdoor activities comfortably.

During spring, the weather is mild and generally sunny, with average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 20°C. This is when the local flora is in full bloom, making for particularly scenic walks through the residential streets and nearby parks. It's a great time for couples who enjoy leisurely strolls and discovering local cafes without the peak summer crowds.

Autumn also provides lovely conditions, with temperatures similar to spring, usually between 16°C and 22°C. The air is often clear, offering excellent views of the San Francisco Bay and the city skyline from Kensington's elevated positions. This season is superb for solo travellers or couples interested in cultural excursions to nearby Berkeley or Oakland, as the weather remains agreeable for walking and public transport use.
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