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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

1. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 0.9 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"great service, wonderful rooms, helpful and friendly staff"
Australia
Sigalo
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A building entrance with a large arched doorway, a staircase, and a sign that reads "The Chamber."

2. The Chamberson

The Chamberson
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.2 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (413 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location."
Australia
Tim
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Chamberson
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

3. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 0.9 mi from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"Great stay Superb amenities including washer and dryer in room very convenient to catch up on washing during travel Extra special touches in room weren’t in noticed and was very appreciated"
Australia
Renae
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

4. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.1 mi from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Very special place, wonderful balcony views, the breakfast cooked by your choice"
United States
Yevgeny
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".

5. 555 Motel Dunedin

555 Motel Dunedin
3.0 star property
South Dunedin, 0.8 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372 reviews)
"Ok room, close to shops and food"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
555 Motel Dunedin
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

6. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 0.9 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (588 reviews)
"This is one of my favourite hotels in the country. Highly recommend staying here. I also recommend the Press Club to dine. Excellent food and great wine list."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fable Dunedin
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.

7. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 1.5 mi from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (824 reviews)
"Clean quiet great location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel St Clair
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

8. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 1.3 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (438 reviews)
"Lovely clean, big room close to the beach. Friendly hosts."
Australia
Nina
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Beach lodge motel
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a doormat.

9. Dunedin Palms Motel

Dunedin Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 0.8 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (962 reviews)
"Quite a modern style motel which is well equipped, and located for easy walking to town for shopping and dining."
Australia
Gary
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Dunedin Palms Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

10. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.3 mi from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location, the room was great and the included breakfast was fantastic. Definitely good value for money and a great place to stay."
Australia
Beti
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

11. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Spacious quiet room, great breakfast in the morning"
Australia
Angela
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator, a sink, and a potted plant.

12. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 2.1 mi from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, friendly staff & not too much road noise."
Australia
Jo
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

13. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.6 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (869 reviews)
"We booked the premium deluxe 1 bedroom for 4 of us. It was huge, clean, 2 tvs, washing machine & dryer in the apartment which was so handy, and such a great location for dinner. Great parking that's off the street, easy check in"
Australia
melissa
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and large windows.

14. Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Scott
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quest Dunedin
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and sheer curtains.

15. George Street Motel Apartments

George Street Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 1.9 mi from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"Lovely and helpful staff, great location. Nice warm stay!"
Australia
Tuaoloa Blessing
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
George Street Motel Apartments
A row of modern houses with large windows and a parking lot in front.

16. Dunedin Motel and Villas

Dunedin Motel and Villas
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 2 mi from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (216 reviews)
"We absolutely loved staying at Dunedin Motel and Villas. It was well-priced, well appointed, roomy and spotlessly clean. The staff were friendly and we were close to amenities. We enjoyed our stay immensely and we would recommend them to everyone."
Australia
Beverley
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Dunedin Motel and Villas
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

17. The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The location was so convenient. I booked 2 x single beds but got 1 x queen bed, which was quite annoying, but the hotel was clean and the amenities were good."
Australia
Satoko
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
A spacious lobby with large glass doors leading to a garden, a reception desk, and a green sofa.

18. 97 Motel Moray

97 Motel Moray
3.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.2 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543 reviews)
"The staff were exceptional, amenities were as described, location was outstanding, walking distance to so many things. Breakfast was lovely."
Australia
Laura
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
97 Motel Moray
A log cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a large potted plant.

19. Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 star property
Saint Kilda, 1.3 mi from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (540 reviews)
"We had a great and comfortable stay."
Australia
Jess
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
A room with a view of a building through a window with curtains.

20. Motel on York

Motel on York
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 mi from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"Great location, large room with separate bedroom, clean and lots of parking onsite. "
New Zealand
Lianne
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel on York
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and Gothic architecture.

Dunedin City Centre

Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Regent Theatre or The Octagon.

A beach with waves at sunset, a sandy shore, and houses on a hillside in the background.

St. Clair

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
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North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

South Dunedin

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Speight's Brewery while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

10/10 Excellent
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Maggie 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Dunedin's Kensington neighbourhood has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Kensington.
What is there to do in this Dunedin neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include Edgar Centre, Grand Casino and Dunedin Chinese Garden. When you're sightseeing in Dunedin, Speight's Brewery and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum are also worth a stop.