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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

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

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 3.4 mi from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,161 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Joseph
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
Northwest Berkeley, 2.9 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Brand new construction, really quiet rooms amazing bathrooms, great area convenience to restaurants and UC Berkeley would always stay here again"
United States
Myles
The price is £135
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

3. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 2.9 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,374 reviews)
"Great stay and location!"
United States
Erica
The price is £149
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
5 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,429 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Ramamurthy
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
5.1 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,281 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Danilo
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

6. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
5.3 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,747 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great facilities."
United States
Tamy
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
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7. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
5.1 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,055 reviews)
"Love this place and the shopping center in the area great"
United States
Sheila
The price is £145
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and umbrellas branded with "Tiburon."

8. The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
10 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,032 reviews)
"The location is fabulous, close to shops and restaurants."
United States
Kristen
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Lodge at Tiburon
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

9. Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
7.5 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, relaxing! I would def stay there again"
United States
Davida
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Oaktown Roost
A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a clear sky.

10. Marina Village Inn

Marina Village Inn
2.0 star property
8.8 mi from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Chris
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Marina Village Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
10.2 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,684 reviews)
"We stay here a lot and love the place!!!!"
United States
Albert
The price is £136
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

12. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
7.5 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice location and great staff"
United States
Carlos
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

13. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
8.9 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,266 reviews)
"Great stay , friendly staff"
United States
Evelyn
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and umbrellas.

14. Best Western Plus Heritage Inn

Best Western Plus Heritage Inn
2.5 star property
12.5 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Sandra
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Best Western Plus Heritage Inn
A modern interior with a central walkway, wooden ceiling beams, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
3.5 star property
12.2 mi from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,457 reviews)
"The rooms were super clean and had all the basic amenities. Breakfast buffet was amazing as well!"
United States
Maya
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
A modern outdoor living area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.

16. The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
12.9 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (742 reviews)
"Clean crisp room, friendly staff and easy parking."
United States
Rod
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Evergreen
A wooden deck with a door, a bench, a chair, and a table.

17. San Remo Hotel

San Remo Hotel
2.0 star property
10.3 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Very helpful staff"
United States
Doug
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
San Remo Hotel
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

18. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
11.1 mi from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,630 reviews)
"Beautiful stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is £226
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
A sign for Marin Lodge with a 'No Vacancy' message.

19. Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
14.3 mi from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"We loved our room!!! It was clean, well maintained and lovely"
Canada
Kayla
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Marin Lodge
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

20. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
11 mi from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,348 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious and the location was great!"
United States
Greg
The price is £159
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A street scene with a prominent building featuring a large marquee sign reading "OAKLAND."

Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Community Theater. 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

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"This was a very nice hotel however, the location is not ideal for somebody who does not know the Bay Area like me. We booked here because we thought it’d be close to everything and it is not as close as we thought. It’s like a 20 minute drive for everything and on top of that it is what is considered downtown so anything past 7 o’clock was to be avoided outside of this hotel because there are a lot of homeless people outside. During our stay, we experienced a homeless man or what seem to be a homeless man come into the lobby to dispose of a syringe obviously not used for medical needs and the hotel staff addressed, but it is something that I wish my kids did not have to see well. I understand that it is best for them to be properly disposed of. I think there needs to be a safe place for them to do that and provide that service if they’re going to and not in front of full on families."
Oscar 3-night trip
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Kensington that travellers recommend?
For a highly recommended hotel in Kensington, consider the Terrace Inn and Suites.

This 3-star hotel, with a 7.8 rating, frequently receives praise from guests for its clean rooms. It offers convenient amenities such as air conditioning and free self-parking. The hotel is also well-located for exploring local attractions, being just 0.2 km from Playland Not At The Beach and 1.8 km from Point Isabel Regional Shoreline.
What are the best budget hotels in Kensington?
For budget-friendly accommodation in Kensington, consider the Terrace Inn and Suites or the Budget Inn.

The 3-star Terrace Inn and Suites, with a rating of 7.8, offers complimentary WiFi, free self-parking, and air conditioning. Guests frequently mention the cleanliness of the rooms. This hotel is conveniently located near Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, just 1.8 km away, and Albany State Marine Reserve, which is 2.5 km away.

Another option is the Budget Inn, which provides free WiFi, complimentary self-parking, and air conditioning. It is situated close to Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, only 1.7 km distant, and Point Isabel Dog Park, which is 2.0 km away.
When is the best time to go to Kensington?
The best time to go to Kensington, California, is typically during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months. These periods offer pleasant weather, ideal for exploring the area and enjoying outdoor activities comfortably.

During spring, the weather is mild and generally sunny, with average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 20°C. This is when the local flora is in full bloom, making for particularly scenic walks through the residential streets and nearby parks. It's a great time for couples who enjoy leisurely strolls and discovering local cafes without the peak summer crowds.

Autumn also provides lovely conditions, with temperatures similar to spring, usually between 16°C and 22°C. The air is often clear, offering excellent views of the San Francisco Bay and the city skyline from Kensington's elevated positions. This season is superb for solo travellers or couples interested in cultural excursions to nearby Berkeley or Oakland, as the weather remains agreeable for walking and public transport use.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Kensington.
How much is the nightly rate at a Kensington hotel?
Hotel prices in Kensington often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.