What is Kensington like?

Travelers to Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Kensington?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Anna & Bel is the highest ranked property in Kensington. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Kensington?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodations in Kensington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Philadelphia area.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Kensington.

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

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Kensington, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do in this Philadelphia neighborhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include Go Vertical, Philadelphia Doll Museum, and Kappa Alpha Psi International Headquarters. While you're out sightseeing in Philadelphia, be sure to visit other sights like Charles Blockson Afro-American Collection or National Shrine of St. John Neumann.

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

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Somerset Station, Berks St & Girard Ave Stop, or Palmer St & Girard Ave Stop.

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

Archway Hotel & Residences

Kensington

Thomas

Hampton Inn Philadelphia/Voorhees

22.9 km from Kensington

Dimitra

￥15,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Joseph Ambler Inn

29.2 km from Kensington

Brook

￥28,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 28 - Mar 1

Homewood Suites by Hilton Lansdale

30.2 km from Kensington

NANCY

￥18,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Horsham

19.4 km from Kensington

Wayne

￥14,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South

20.5 km from Kensington

Tamar

￥21,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

SpringHill Suites Philadelphia Airport Ridley Park

20.6 km from Kensington

Traci

￥18,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Homewood Suites by Hilton Horsham Willow Grove

19.3 km from Kensington

Najah

￥20,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Holiday Inn Express Voorhees - Mt. Laurel by IHG

19.8 km from Kensington

Patricia

￥14,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media

22.5 km from Kensington

Andrew

￥19,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 24 - Feb 25

Quality Inn Philadelphia Center City

Midtown Village, 4.8 km from Kensington

Alexis

￥14,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Hampton Inn by Hilton Philadelphia / Willow Grove

19.3 km from Kensington

John

￥14,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Aloft Philadelphia Downtown

4.4 km from Kensington

Quanitra

￥20,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Riversuites at The Battery

Fishtown, 2.2 km from Kensington

James

Fairfield Inn & Suites Philadelphia Broomall/Newtown Square

18 km from Kensington

Michael

￥25,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 12 - Feb 13

Independence Park Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Old City, 4.3 km from Kensington

Soliris

￥22,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Home2 Suites by Hilton Warminster Horsham

23.8 km from Kensington

Diana

￥17,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Holiday Inn & Suites Philadelphia W - Drexel Hill by IHG

16.2 km from Kensington

Renee

￥22,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG

Center City West, 5 km from Kensington

Maureen

￥27,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PA

Market East, 4.3 km from Kensington

Heather

￥20,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 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

Liberty Bell Center featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a city

Center City

Boasting a dense downtown area, Center City offers a plethora of restaurants, bars, and cultural institutions like Kimmel Center and Academy of Music. Explore Penn's Landing, Old City, or the medical Mütter Museum, and enjoy convenient transport options.

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Bella Vista which includes street scenes and markets

South Philadelphia

Discover Columbus Commons for shopping, indulge in cheesesteaks at Geno's or Pat's, and catch a game at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Explore the American Swedish Historical Museum or unwind at revitalized Passyunk Avenue's cafes and bars.

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Philadelphia showing heritage architecture, a monument and a memorial

Rittenhouse Square

While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Liberty Place, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.

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Eastern State Penitentiary featuring interior views

North Philadelphia

North Philadelphia is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to explore sights like The Liacouras Center.

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Old City

Discover history at Independence National Historical Park, stroll along the 3rd Street Corridor for galleries and boutiques, and enjoy vibrant nightlife with quality restaurants and bars. Don't miss the monthly First Friday event for art and design showcases.

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