Kensington

Whangarei

A garden with a waterfall, red and pink flowers, and a rocky landscape.
A gravel path surrounded by lush greenery and large leaves.
A landscaped garden with a gravel path, various shrubs, and flowering plants.
A gravel path flanked by lush greenery and a large rock.
A dense tropical forest with various green plants, including large aloe vera plants and ferns.

Stay near popular Kensington attractions

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

9.0/10 (94 reviews)
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
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Things to do

New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

￥4,267
per adult
New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More

￥20,757
per traveler
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Private And Exclusive Day Trip Transport To Waitangi Treaty Ground And Paihia

Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

￥79,337
per traveler
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
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Kensington Hotel Deals

Kensington Motel

Kensington Motel

2 out of 5
85 Kamo Rd Whangarei Northland
The price is ￥15,423 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
￥15,423
￥17,892 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
"Great staff, very friendly and location was great"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Kensington Motel
Cabin in Bush Setting, Central Whangārei + Netflix

Cabin in Bush Setting, Central Whangārei + Netflix

Whangarei Northland
Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Friendly staff very tidy cabin where i was staying , kitchen had everything including bbq outside. Great setting.Communication was timely."

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

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Cabin in Bush Setting, Central Whangārei + Netflix
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive Whangarei
The price is ￥15,906 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
￥15,906
￥18,528 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2.5 out of 5
22 Wolfe Street Whangarei
The price is ￥10,939 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
￥10,939
￥12,580 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (105 reviews)
"Very adequate, parking, facilities"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Aaron Court Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel

Kingswood Manor Motel

3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road Whangarei Northland
The price is ￥12,361 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥12,361
￥14,273 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (549 reviews)
"Our stay was great, staff were very friendly. Room was great. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Kingswood Manor Motel
Continental Motel

Continental Motel

3.5 out of 5
67 Kamo Road Whangarei
The price is ￥12,975 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥12,975
￥14,921 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
"convenient and clean and everything I needed"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Continental Motel
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

One Tree Point

While One Tree Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Manaia and Mcleod Bay.

A waterfront with boats docked, a pier with a red-roofed building, and greenery along the shore.

Whangarei Central

If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Onerahi

While Onerahi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Parahaki

While visiting Parahaki, you might make a stop by sights like Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou.

Marsden Cove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Marsden Cove and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Manaia and Ruakaka Beach.

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