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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

Executive Studio with Spa

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"Suited quick,late, overnight stay. Dated but clean,convenient and quiet despite close Romain road"
Australia
Kerry
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Cedar Lodge Motel
Exterior

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room, easy parking, good location."
Australia
YING
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Superior Studio with Seaview

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, (145 reviews)
"Staff take care the guest very warmfully."
Japan
Takashi
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 6.4 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (74 reviews)
"Clean with comfortable bed. Enjoyed restaurant at location and close to town "
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Northpark Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.8 km from Kensington
7.0 out of 10, Good, (122 reviews)
"Great budget accomodation"
Australia
Rachael
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Aaron Court Motel
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Huge clean room, great amenities in the kitchen and very nice staff. "
United States
Colleen
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Property entrance

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.5 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (16 reviews)
"Very good room, street front but not noisy, good bed and pillows, didn’t realise that check in is by prearranged code and was very relieved when my call was promptly answered and we were admitted easily. Was a little nervous bout the Shared bathroom, but worked out ok. Great kitchen and laundry facilities. "
Ireland
HELEN
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
The Fort. Timaru
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (262 reviews)
"clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Peter
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (207 reviews)
"Lovely hostess who couldn’t have done enough.We had a cheap stay and though a small space,very comfortable bed and cosy."
Australia
Ivan and Sally
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Anchor Motel
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (71 reviews)
"Helpful staff!"
Australia
Justin
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Bay City Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Suite

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"Nice location."
United States
Eddie
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Harbour View Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (829 reviews)
"Room was clean, spacious, excellent a/c. All staff in the hotel and pub were hard working, polite and listened to what you wanted"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
The Grosvenor
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (565 reviews)
"Super friendly, clean room, very spacious"
Germany
Thomas
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Aspen on King Motel
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (304 reviews)
"Reasonable tariff, friendly staff, clean & modern accommodation. Great location."
New Zealand
BJ
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Ashbury Park Motel
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"Great location. Good parking. Clean. Staff excellent. Will stay again. "
Australia
Nola
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Panorama Motor Lodge
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (168 reviews)
"Clean and tidy great location great hosts "
Australia
Judith
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Blue Dolphin Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Room immaculate, hosts lovely "
Australia
Louise
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Dining

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (179 reviews)
"Very accommodating Staff. I was very appreciative that they let me charge my electric car for free. "
Australia
Rob
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Fitzgerald on King
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Our guide on where to stay in Kensington

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

Currently undergoing "strengthening work".
Photo by Dan Koczur
Open Photo by Dan Koczur

Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

Waimataitai

While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.

One of the many sights in New Zealand, this rose garden is found in Timaru, a small town in the south island of New zealand
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.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice and spacious room. "
Jan 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

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?
Expedia customers rank Cedar Lodge Motel the highest for a stay in Kensington. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Asure Ashley Motor Lodge.
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.

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