Located in Great Yarmouth, The Kensington is on the beach. Britannia Pier Theatre and The David Howkins Museum of Memories are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pirates Cove Adventure Golf and Gorleston Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yarmouth Stadium or Crown Meadow.
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 1 2021 to September 1 2022 (dates subject to change):
Dining venue(s)
Fitness facilities
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Property is also known as
Kensington Great Yarmouth
Kensington Hotel Great Yarmouth
The Kensington Hotel
The Kensington Great Yarmouth
The Kensington Hotel Great Yarmouth
Frequently asked questions
Self-parking is free at this property.
Check-in is from 2 PM - 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Nestled on the beach, this Great Yarmouth hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Great Yarmouth North Beach and Venetian Waterway Gardens. Britannia Pier Theatre and Joyland are also within 15 minutes. Great Yarmouth Station is 21 minutes by foot.
Yes, The Kensington offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Kensington cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Overall score and ratings
3.8
Good
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One of the best and most comfortable stays iv had. The staff are incredibly friendly and great food. Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
3/5 Okay
Linda
24 Aug 2020
good value for money
Hotel was clean and my room was comfortable, service was satisfactory. But I didn’t get my breakfast that I had ordered for the morning of my departure. Also the lift wasn’t working and I had to carry my luggage down stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
1/5 Terrible
Verified traveller
13 Aug 2020
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
4/5 Good
Marsha, London
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
11 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Kensington is located just nice away from the hustle and bustle but is just a few minutes walk in. The building is gorgeous with original features. Needs a little updating in rooms. Our room has the sink in the bedroom and just a shower. Perfect for a couple of nights getaway if you’re out exploring. Comfy bed, slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
3/5 Okay
Hayley
Travelled with group
28 Mar 2020
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
3/5 Okay
Verified traveller
7 Mar 2020
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
4/5 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
22 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are very friendly and go the extra mile. Needed breakfast earlier than served and they accommodated.
This one night stay seemed promising at first but it was quite disappointing. We decided to have dinner on the premises, and it was a bit of a disaster. First we had to wait 10 minutes after being seated for menus, then we received the wrong starters. After our starter we waited 45 minutes for our mains, which would have been fine if they were of amazing quality but for chips, side salad and baked chicken, it should not take so long. The food was so very average. The wait staff seemed quite stressed and we appreciated the offer of a complimentary drink but it wasn’t very busy. Maybe 6 tables in total at 8pm.
The room was fine, we had a comfortable sleep but found the bathroom quite dirty. We wanted a shower in the morning before we left and there was NO hot water. Not even enough for a luke warm wash. Not ideal when it’s cold and rainy. We let the water run for 5 minutes nothing. Tried again a half hour later, no hot water. For the reasons listed above I wouldn’t stay again.
Nothing was too much trouble at this lovely hotel! Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Location was amazing . Close enough up walk into town with the beach and the Venetian waterways a stones throw away. We are returning next year!
