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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

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Hunters Moon

Hunters Moon
4.5 star property
7.9 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"John our host was great. Friendly and hospitable. Continental breakfast excellant.!"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is P3,425
P3,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Hunters Moon
Terrace/patio

Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 1.9 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (363 reviews)
"The convenience of parking & having a bar restaurant was really good, food was good."
Australia
Jan
The price is P4,622
P5,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Ocean Beach Hotel
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 2.1 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (400 reviews)
"Propery manager was very welcoming, property great value for money, larger size than what we expected, would definitely stay again."
Australia
liz
The price is P4,413
P5,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Beach lodge motel
Exterior

Carisbrook Motel

Carisbrook Motel
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (144 reviews)
"Very handy location and helpful staff"
Australia
Angela
The price is P4,776
P5,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Carisbrook Motel
Balcony

Baldwin Street BNB

Baldwin Street BNB
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful area and comfortable place!"
United States
Hudson
The price is P2,790
P3,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Baldwin Street BNB
Balcony

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 2.5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (807 reviews)
"Really close to the best cafes and awesome outdoor salt pool. Amazing sea views as you are literally right on the water edge. Easy parking Very quiet rooms and awesome helpfull staff"
Australia
Peter
The price is P6,905
P7,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Hotel St Clair
Garden

Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
Larnachs Castle, 10.7 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (608 reviews)
"We had a wonderful couple of days here and would definitely go back again. The ballroom Cafe was lovely with great food and atmosphere and the 5 course meal in the castle was amazing."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is P6,008
P6,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Larnach Lodge
Interior

Villa Rustica Retreat

Villa Rustica Retreat
1.0 star property
18.2 km from Kensington
The price is P2,003
P2,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Villa Rustica Retreat
Exterior

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel is dated but well maintained. The staff were great and helpful. They accommodated my family and I very well. We liked that the hotel offered breakfast too."
Australia
Kennedy
The price is P4,899
P5,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Exterior

Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (276 reviews)
"Rooms were well stocked, clean and super quiet. We had a great stay. "
Canada
Tammy
The price is P5,440
P6,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Longbourne Lodge
Restaurant

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (955 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Australia
Emma
The price is P7,672
P8,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Dunedin Apartments

Superior Dunedin Apartments
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (100 reviews)
"Hassle free booking and very cheap"
Australia
Richard
The price is P3,987
P4,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Superior Dunedin Apartments
Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

March Apartments

March Apartments
3.5 star property
3.3 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (277 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay."
Australia
Siva
The price is P5,823
P6,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
March Apartments
View from room

Dunedin Palms Motel

Dunedin Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (956 reviews)
"Great Stay so close to Town an loved Spa Bath"
Australia
Ros
The price is P5,902
P6,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Dunedin Palms Motel
Building design

Chapel On Moray

Chapel On Moray
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.9 km from Kensington
The price is P7,987
P9,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Chapel On Moray
Courtyard

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
2.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.8 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (558 reviews)
"Everything location, staff helpful and kind,free parking,clean and quiet."
Australia
Inver
The price is P3,300
P3,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Terrace/patio

Ebb-Dunedin

Ebb-Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 2.5 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Very clean room and convenient onsite parking. Well located hotel very close to main shopping district. Cafe onsite has good options for breakfast and lunch."
Australia
Michael
The price is P8,150
P9,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Ebb-Dunedin
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 2.1 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location to town"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is P5,823
P6,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Front of property

Highland House Boutique Hotel

Highland House Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (289 reviews)
"Quiet place Close to restaurants "
United States
JASON
The price is P4,479
P5,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Highland House Boutique Hotel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Esplanade Apartments

Esplanade Apartments
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 2.4 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Fantastic property with a great location "
Australia
sarah
The price is P7,335
P8,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Esplanade Apartments
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and a cathedral in the background.

Dunedin City Centre

Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Regent Theatre and Grand Casino while you're in town.

A large, ornate building with a clock tower, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and a clear blue sky.
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North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

A series of weathered wooden posts in the ocean.

St. Clair

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

South Dunedin

Restaurants and waterfront are just a few things travelers like about South Dunedin. A stop by Edgar Centre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

You might appreciate the beaches and bars in Saint Kilda, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are just a few notable stops.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Absolute beautiful little boutique accommodation. We loved the little touches and meals and pool room were fantastic!"
Ben 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Dunedin's Kensington neighborhood has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Kensington.
What is there to do in this Dunedin neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include Edgar Centre, Grand Casino, and Dunedin Chinese Garden. When you're sightseeing in Dunedin, Speight's Brewery and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum are also worth a stop.

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