Kensington Travel Guide

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Brick row houses in Fairmount, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Brick row houses in Fairmount, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$220 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$220
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,335 reviews)
Looked great

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$262 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$262
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,339 reviews)
Very clean room and the staff are great. Super nice hotel & highly recommend

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District

3.5 out of 5
400 Arch Street Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$212 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$212
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,405 reviews)
The staff was great especially Mary the bartender

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites

4 out of 5
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$202 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$202
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,565 reviews)
Well, our overall stay was good after we changed rooms after the first night. We were given older units that were not what you see on their website so be aware that you may end up with something much less than expected. I had to request updated rooms that were at least decent. They were kind enough ...

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Windsor Suites
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

3 out of 5
8900 Bartram Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$211 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$211
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,482 reviews)
Friendly staff and clean room with comfortable bed

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
The Bellevue Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
200 South Broad Street Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$489 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$489
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 indoor pickleball courts and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Everything was top notch! Room, service, and location! We would recommend this hotel to anyone

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Bellevue Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington

Philadelphia skyline at sunset

Fishtown

While you're in Fishtown, take in top sights like The Fillmore Philedelphia or Rivers Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop or Girard Ave & Columbia Ave Tram Stop.

Fishtown
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North Philadelphia

You might enjoy the historical sites while in North Philadelphia. The Liacouras Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to see more of the city.

North Philadelphia
Northern Liberties in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Northern Liberties

While you're in Northern Liberties, take in top sights like National Shrine of St. John Neumann and jump on the metro at 5th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Northern Liberties
National Museum of American Jewish History showing signage and a statue or sculpture

Old City

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Historic Arch Street Meeting House and Independence Mall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.

Old City
Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park.  Confirmed as UNESCO cultural site in 1979.

Center City East

If you're spending time in Center City East, check out sights like Liberty Bell Center or Liberty Bell and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 5th St. Station or 8th St Station.

Center City East
Reading Terminal Market featuring interior views, markets and signage

Market East

Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre are top sights in Market East, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more sights in the area.

Market East


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