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Best Western Americana Inn

Best Western Americana Inn
2.5 star property
23.5 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,215 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Elisa
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Best Western Americana Inn

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,352 reviews)
"Good accommodations for the price point."
United States
Martin
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,303 reviews)
"Nice beds and breakfast, really convenient "
Canada
Margarita
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
11.9 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,696 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Gustavo
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. Price was so reasonable are room was so nice with great amenities "
United States
Roy
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

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

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
2.5 star property
7.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,409 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff and security present."
United States
Angela M.
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
3.5 star property
12.4 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,277 reviews)
"Great room, clean property and courteous staff"
United States
Reginald D.
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG
2.5 star property
16.7 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a night. The bedroom was clean and comfy and the staff were courteous. The free breakfast was also great. "
United States
Alejandro
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake
3.5 star property
18.8 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (574 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$361
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,309 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gene
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Pleasant Inn

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
14 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,178 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Sharl
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
4.0 star property
8.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,603 reviews)
"Very easy vacation, convenient breakfast as well as location."
United States
Kathy
The price is NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Old Town Inn

Old Town Inn
2.5 star property
9.2 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,799 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, good location."
United States
joan
Old Town Inn

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,397 reviews)
"Best breakfast in a hotel that iv had in ages, great location and clean rooms. Definitely worth staying here. "
United States
Naomi
The price is NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful hotel. Really great location with a lot of convenient dining and shopping options in the area. "
United States
Maxwell
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 8.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,214 reviews)
"Perfect location in the Gaslamp District. Rooms were large & clean with friendly staff. "
United States
Ginger
The price is NZ$430
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,158 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Clean"
United States
Roselyn
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,598 reviews)
"Very clean will stay there again"
United States
Ricardo
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach, 11.3 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,918 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and great location"
United States
Curtis
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (988 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Topeka
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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Our guide on where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market.

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Frequently asked questions

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?
If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington.
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, Urban Village Tennis Center and Aztec Tennis Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.

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