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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

1. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is P7,177
P8,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

2. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is P6,279
P7,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

3. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is P5,669
P6,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cedar Lodge Motel
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

4. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (571 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is P7,276
P8,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Aspen on King Motel
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

5. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.8 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is P5,384
P6,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Grosvenor
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

6. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.2 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is P7,601
P8,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Sea Breeze
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

7. 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, (149 reviews)
"The hostess was extremely informative, friendly and accommodating. The complex is centrally located, just off SH1 and there is very little noise during the night. It is easy to get around Timaru."
Australia
Robyn
The price is P7,741
P8,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

8. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 3.2 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is P4,847
P5,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

9. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (295 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is P6,651
P7,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

10. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"great view of the sunrise"
Australia
Ross
The price is P7,038
P8,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

11. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is P4,678
P5,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Anchor Motel
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

12. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P6,451
P7,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Harbour View Motel
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

13. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is P6,340
P7,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Panorama Motor Lodge
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

14. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is P5,549
P6,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Ashbury Park Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"would stay again"
Australia
Garry
The price is P4,103
P4,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

16. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 0.6 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is P7,143
P8,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Fitzgerald on King
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

17. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is P5,826
P6,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Bay City Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

18. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.7 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is P5,538
P6,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Coast Motel
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

19. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.8 km from Kensington
6.8 out of 10, (143 reviews)
"It's only a stopover not a holiday good for the money you get what you pay for."
Australia
mark
The price is P3,268
P3,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Aaron Court Motel
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

20. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.5 km from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is P4,247
P4,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Fort. Timaru
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Timaru Central

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Maori Hill

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

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
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.

Seaview

Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highfield

While Highfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"N/a"
Rachael 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Timaru's Kensington neighborhood has to offer. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Be sure to check out Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Kensington?
Based on our traveler data, Coastal Ridge Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay in Kensington. This aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good options for your stay in the area include Asure Ashley Motor Lodge and Cedar Lodge Motel.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals 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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