What's it like in Kensington?

Kensington is a neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants.

How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Melbourne, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 26 Kensington hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Kensington.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kensington?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Kensington, click here .

What is there to do in this Melbourne neighborhood?

Favorite places to visit in the surrounding area include Crown Casino, Marvel Stadium, and Melbourne Central. When you're sightseeing in Melbourne, Asia Society and Museum and Australian Racing Museum are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Kensington and the greater Melbourne area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Kensington Station and South Kensington Station.

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Front of property

A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking

Kensington

￥48,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Interior

ReadySet Apartments on Altona

Kensington

Anonymous traveler

￥30,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 14.7 km from Kensington

Matt

￥20,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Hyde Melbourne Place

Melbourne Central Business District, 4.1 km from Kensington

Naeem

￥26,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 4.1 km from Kensington

Sheridah

￥19,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park

27.7 km from Kensington

Klara

￥31,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 31 - Apr 1

Ciloms Airport Lodge

12.8 km from Kensington

Ben

￥17,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 14.7 km from Kensington

Shon

￥24,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Classic Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Terrace/patio

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 7.5 km from Kensington

Mojtaba

￥16,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 4 km from Kensington

Nicole

￥25,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.8 km from Kensington

Conor

￥11,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 31 - Apr 1

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 4 km from Kensington

Carlos Aaron

￥21,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Standard Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

13.7 km from Kensington

Gary

￥14,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

13.6 km from Kensington

SANDRA

￥18,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 7 km from Kensington

yvette

￥16,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 21 - Apr 22

The Lyall

South Yarra, 7.4 km from Kensington

Mireille

￥36,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

View Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 7.4 km from Kensington

PIM

￥14,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 30 - Mar 31

Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 3.9 km from Kensington

Sean

￥19,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Hyatt House South Melbourne

South Melbourne, 5.8 km from Kensington

Yijiao

￥18,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 15 - Apr 16

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV

City Stays

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.2 km from Kensington

Blake

￥14,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kensington

Melbourne Central Business District

Discover a blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture, vibrant street art, and literary culture in this bustling city center. Explore famed alleyways, visit the State Library, and enjoy easy access to public transport hubs.

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Southbank

High-rise development dominates this inner-city suburb, featuring the Southbank Promenade and Southgate Restaurant and Shopping Precinct. Enjoy the art and craft market on Sundays, and explore the area via tram lines or the Capital City Bicycle Trail.

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Docklands

Striking contemporary architecture meets heritage buildings in this area, where visitors can shop at The District Docklands, ride the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, and explore public art. Diverse dining options, sports courts, and various transport options make it a convenient choice.

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Melbourne Airport

Located within the City of Hume, Melbourne Airport suburb is home to the Tullamarine Country Club and The Hangar, a training base for Essendon Football Club. Easily accessible by multiple bus routes and the upcoming Melbourne Airport rail link.

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Sorrento

Coastal town Sorrento offers charter fishing boats from its pier, a summer ferry service to Queenscliff, and the historic Sorrento Park with a playground and BBQ facilities. Explore limestone buildings like the heritage-listed Sorrento Post Office.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"All was so good "

View Melbourne

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was great. The room 821 was a bit run down and looked tatty which we hadn’t had before when staying at The View. We also got hit for $21 parking which was a surprise as we haven’t pad parking before. One of the lifts was out of order which made accessing the room painful and the one operating light was crowded and slow to get to as a result. We have stayed at View about 5 times this year and this was the only time the room has felt worn and run down. The parking was an unpleasant surprise. "

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking

ReadySet Apartments on Altona

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Hyde Melbourne Place

The StandardX, Melbourne

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park

Ciloms Airport Lodge

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

Quest St Kilda Road

The Lyall

View Melbourne

Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Hyatt House South Melbourne

City Stays

Where to stay in Kensington

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Melbourne Airport

Sorrento

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

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