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?

To access more information about updating your trip to Kensington or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

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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A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington

Juan

￥23,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Northwest Berkeley, 4.6 km from Kensington

Myles

￥29,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and sofa.

3. Hotel Mira Vista

3.4 km from Kensington

Mario

￥16,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

8 km from Kensington

Ramamurthy

￥27,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

8.5 km from Kensington

Ildefonso

￥26,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

8.2 km from Kensington

Sheila

￥30,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

7. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington

Erica

￥25,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

8.2 km from Kensington

Caroll

￥25,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

21.1 km from Kensington

veronica

￥25,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

10. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

12.1 km from Kensington

Armondo

￥22,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

14.3 km from Kensington

Ronald William Christopher

￥20,446 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

12. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

25 km from Kensington

Tracy

￥14,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

13. Walnut Creek Marriott

18.8 km from Kensington

Loretta

￥20,596 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

16.4 km from Kensington

Nicole

￥36,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A bar area with a long counter, shelves with bottles, and a menu stand.

15. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

19.7 km from Kensington

Carol

￥22,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

17.6 km from Kensington

Brittney

￥35,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

21.8 km from Kensington

Roshell

￥21,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious interior with a grand staircase, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

18. Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

15.8 km from Kensington

Frank

￥42,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

19. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

17.9 km from Kensington

Jennifer

￥41,092 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

20. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

16.7 km from Kensington

William

￥35,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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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

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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.

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The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, large windows, and a visible street with cars and a cyclist.

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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A busy street with cars, a Grand Lake Theatre sign, and various shops.

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.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Was a decent stay. Large room. Decent hotel"

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at the Julian was excellent! The rooms were spacious and clean. There was minimal wear and tear in the rooms but generally, it was a good place to stay. I enjoyed their onsite restaurant/bar along with their complimentary wine hour. Staff was helpful and very nice. The location is also good, located near many places to eat and drink."

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Decent hotel in a very convent location for many downtown SF attractions. The hotel is on a quiet street but close to the Tenderloin and Polk street actions. Customer Service was nice and average, rooms were clean and simple, and the hotel seemed to be well maintained. I liked being able to open the windows for fresh air. Parking can be difficult but there are garages nearby."

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1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

3. Hotel Mira Vista

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

7. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

10. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

12. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

13. Walnut Creek Marriott

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

15. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

18. Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

19. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

20. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

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