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A bathroom vanity with a white marble countertop. On the counter, there are five Lather brand toiletries: two moisturizers, one face soap, one body wash, and one hair wash. Behind the counter, there is a white sink with a silver faucet.

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,390 reviews)
"I had a great stay"
United States
Monique
The price is ￥23,145
￥26,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,204 reviews)
"The hotel is older and shows in the rooms and amenities, but the location, marina view, and restaurant were amazing."
United States
Jason
The price is ￥23,157
￥26,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

3. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
8 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,437 reviews)
"Super nice very clean staff very helpful"
United States
Jasmine
The price is ￥23,981
￥26,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,722 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Richard
The price is ￥20,817
￥31,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

5. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,400 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
Canada
Colby John
The price is ￥14,101
￥16,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

6. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Loved this location & the room. Recommend!"
United States
McKenzie
The price is ￥21,141
￥32,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

7. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,541 reviews)
"very nice place, we have stayed for several times."
United States
Jinyu
The price is ￥17,544
￥20,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,817 reviews)
"Great location, close to shops and restaurants, ample parking. Clean rooms and friendly staff. Would stay again."
United States
Elaine
The price is ￥20,668
￥24,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

9. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,546 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Sina
The price is ￥31,396
￥44,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

10. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,755 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Crystal
The price is ￥16,282
￥19,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

11. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
18.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,448 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is ￥18,775
￥22,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

12. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
17.9 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,161 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, good food .really enjoyed my stay here"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥28,028
￥40,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

13. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
18 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,848 reviews)
"Lovely stay in the best location!"
Japan
Masami
The price is ￥23,804
￥28,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

14. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
17.2 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,057 reviews)
"Awesome property great location"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥17,152
￥26,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Galleria Park Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

15. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (987 reviews)
"Perfect location!"
United States
Braelyn
The price is ￥16,618
￥19,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel 32One
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.

16. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.3 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,915 reviews)
"Great stay great location just awesome"
United States
Raul
The price is ￥15,868
￥25,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

17. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,366 reviews)
"Really nice hotel"
United States
Jamaya
The price is ￥28,083
￥33,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

18. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
4.0 star property
16.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,630 reviews)
"perfect location, friendly staff, great rooms and price, safe"
United States
Allyson
The price is ￥18,062
￥28,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

19. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,545 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Russell
The price is ￥18,144
￥21,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

20. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.9 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,658 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable beds"
United States
Heather
The price is ￥33,368
￥39,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
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Compare popular hotels in Kensington

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Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bathroom vanity with a white marble countertop. On the counter, there are five Lather brand toiletries: two moisturizers, one face soap, one body wash, and one hair wash. Behind the counter, there is a white sink with a silver faucet.
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,390 reviews
View
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
8.2
Very good
5,204 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,437 reviews
View
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,817 reviews
View
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in Kensington

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

Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.

The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, located at the corner of a street with a traffic light and pedestrians nearby.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are a few top sights nearby.

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Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

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West Oakland

Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent
"I had to switch from another Hotel because of bed bugs. I knew I could come to hilton and stay in a clean hotel. Thank you and I will see you again."
robert 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Kensington is a neighborhood that travelers like for its shopping, restaurants, and parks. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Be sure to check out Tilden Regional Park and Blake Garden while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels will I find in Kensington?
With 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Kensington to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Berkeley area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Kensington.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kensington?
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What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Kensington with a visit to Tilden Regional Park and Blake Garden. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Tilden Nature Area or Upper Labyrinth.

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