Title: The Best Hotels in Kensington, Timaru - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Holiday Rentals in Timaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Holiday-Rentals.d3445.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Timaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Timaru.d3445.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Kensington Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kensington.d693191684738961408.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kensington Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kensington.d693191684738961408.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191684738961408&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191684738961408&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191684738961408&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191684738961408&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Kensington hotels ![Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/2f0b7552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Studio with Spa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/e80a07aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/9c8dced6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/467c2d1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information) Kensington 9.4/10 Exceptional (179 reviews) "Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Judy and Jerry £93 includes taxes & fees 4 Apr - 5 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/8e736275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard One Bedroom Unit | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/1bc02e9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/90c93859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/41c6ccc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cedar Lodge Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information) Kensington 9.4/10 Exceptional (128 reviews) "Suited quick,late, overnight stay. Dated but clean,convenient and quiet despite close Romain road" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Kerry £77 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7d4dd3f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/71fb50b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/0d98f327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/1f896c71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Ridge Apartments [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information) Kensington 9.6/10 Exceptional (104 reviews) "Very friendly staff, clean room, easy parking, good location." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) YING £83 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information) ![Superior Studio with Seaview | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/4b3ac912.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ground Floor King Studio - Adjacent Building | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/30a4aee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/428aa244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Apartment with Spa Bath Ground Floor | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/35ec2638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-Viaduct-Motor-Lodge.h35542681.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.5 mi from Kensington 9.6/10 Exceptional (145 reviews) "Staff take care the guest very warmfully." ![Japan](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/jp.svg) Takashi £101 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-Viaduct-Motor-Lodge.h35542681.Hotel-Information) ![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/a20093de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/051cdf19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/2b657625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/1c728283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Northpark Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Northpark-Motel.h9625227.Hotel-Information) Washdyke, 4 mi from Kensington 8.4/10 Very good (74 reviews) "Clean with comfortable bed. Enjoyed restaurant at location and close to town " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Richard £65 includes taxes & fees 10 Apr - 11 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Northpark-Motel.h9625227.Hotel-Information) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/aca87d6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/a8b89550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/9303b559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/354420c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aaron Court Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Aaron-Court-Motel.h97072619.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.8 mi from Kensington 7.0/10 Good (122 reviews) "Great budget accomodation" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rachael £40 includes taxes & fees 20 Apr - 21 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Aaron-Court-Motel.h97072619.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a9f5197b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive 1 Bedroom Spa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/b8f709de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/9247a687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/7672d9f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information) Parkside, 0.5 mi from Kensington 9.4/10 Exceptional (282 reviews) "Huge clean room, great amenities in the kitchen and very nice staff. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Colleen £88 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/2ae10a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/w1909h1232x0y0-0f44cde8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/9fbe6120.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/5c8d9fc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fort. Timaru [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information) Timaru Central, 0.9 mi from Kensington 7.8/10 Good (16 reviews) "Very good room, street front but not noisy, good bed and pillows, didn’t realise that check in is by prearranged code and was very relieved when my call was promptly answered and we were admitted easily. Was a little nervous bout the Shared bathroom, but worked out ok. Great kitchen and laundry facilities. " ![Ireland](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ie.svg) HELEN £67 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information) ![One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/66aa26fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/2320690e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/d5ac8a92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information) Waimataitai, 2 mi from Kensington 8.6/10 Excellent (263 reviews) "clean room, friendly staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Peter £67 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information) ![Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/8a3ddd2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe One Bedroom | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/9030175a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Apartment | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/cd7ad52d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Five Bedroom House | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/f271ec8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anchor Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Anchor-Motel.h5074136.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.8 mi from Kensington 8.2/10 Very good (207 reviews) "Lovely hostess who couldn’t have done enough.We had a cheap stay and though a small space,very comfortable bed and cosy." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ivan and Sally £49 includes taxes & fees 20 Apr - 21 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Anchor-Motel.h5074136.Hotel-Information) ![Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/a5e41ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/2061024b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/f1f6b8c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/39386dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay City Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-City-Motor-Lodge.h27558987.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.6 mi from Kensington 8.6/10 Excellent (71 reviews) "Helpful staff!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Justin £93 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-City-Motor-Lodge.h27558987.Hotel-Information) ![One Bedroom Suite | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/8b1802f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One Bedroom Suite | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/619b64f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/2e530796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/d0722f3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour View Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h35235547.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.6 mi from Kensington 9.2/10 Wonderful (120 reviews) "Nice location." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Eddie £96 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h35235547.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/da1dfeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/b30b3c99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/e0fcbeea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Grosvenor [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information) Timaru Central, 1.1 mi from Kensington 7.8/10 Good (829 reviews) "Room was clean, spacious, excellent a/c. All staff in the hotel and pub were hard working, polite and listened to what you wanted" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) David £72 includes taxes & fees 4 Apr - 5 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information) ![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/70ee6310.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | In-room safe, individually furnished, laptop workspace, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/w1500h997x0y3-95f600b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Arcade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/552f02c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/a840cdce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aspen on King Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Aspen-On-King-Motel.h9624908.Hotel-Information) Parkside, 0.4 mi from Kensington 8.8/10 Excellent (565 reviews) "Super friendly, clean room, very spacious" ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Thomas £80 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Aspen-On-King-Motel.h9624908.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/1d9ecd92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/fefac887.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room (Two Units with Connecting Door) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/f919fb3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room (Two Units with Connecting Door) | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/aa0036b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ashbury Park Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Ashbury-Park-Motel.h9626108.Hotel-Information) Waimataitai, 2.2 mi from Kensington 8.6/10 Excellent (304 reviews) "Reasonable tariff, friendly staff, clean & modern accommodation. Great location." ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) BJ £69 includes taxes & fees 20 Apr - 21 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Ashbury-Park-Motel.h9626108.Hotel-Information) ![Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/63044ea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/80a3e233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Accessible studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/91904cfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior One Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/48b3605b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panorama Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Panorama-Motor-Lodge.h17863877.Hotel-Information) Timaru Central, 1.4 mi from Kensington 8.8/10 Excellent (126 reviews) "Great location. Good parking. Clean. Staff excellent. Will stay again. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Nola £92 includes taxes & fees 19 Apr - 20 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Panorama-Motor-Lodge.h17863877.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9) | WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/e023fb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/806ba727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/d48798cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/1a3d331a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Dolphin Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Blue-Dolphin-Motel.h9626336.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.8 mi from Kensington 8.0/10 Very good (168 reviews) "Clean and tidy great location great hosts " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Judith £67 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Blue-Dolphin-Motel.h9626336.Hotel-Information) ![Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/cfbb9948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Four Bedroom Villa | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/8eae2464.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/a1b936b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/bbe39925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Baywatch Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Baywatch-Motor-Lodge.h6953082.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.7 mi from Kensington 8.6/10 Excellent (124 reviews) "Room immaculate, hosts lovely " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Louise £90 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Baywatch-Motor-Lodge.h6953082.Hotel-Information) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/bc4400b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/268de573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/1a62835a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/e98b7268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Hotel Benvenue [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Benvenue.h3762351.Hotel-Information) Maori Hill, 1.7 mi from Kensington 7.8/10 Good (179 reviews) "Very accommodating Staff. I was very appreciative that they let me charge my electric car for free. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rob £62 includes taxes & fees 24 Apr - 25 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Benvenue.h3762351.Hotel-Information) ![Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26967200/26967140/68511116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26967200/26967140/89597c0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26967200/26967140/fe0f1742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 Bedroom | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26967200/26967140/7ae84681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fitzgerald on King [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Fitzgerald-On-King.h26967140.Hotel-Information) Parkside, 0.4 mi from Kensington 8.8/10 Excellent (75 reviews) "Great place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Alistair £82 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Fitzgerald-On-King.h26967140.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10®ionId=693191684738961408&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Where to stay in Kensington Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most. - Timaru Central - Parkside - Maori Hill - Waimataitai - Timaru Port ![D NZ Timaru Port Cape Pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394636/e54a0f25-d804-40b7-a311-a3d741c8c0fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=553248635976394636) ![Timaru Central map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:pw%7EmG_get_%40u%40%3FsCgCyB%5EgG%3Fi%40r%40k%40%3Fc%40uBuBtB%7B%40sAgB%7CAq%40%3Fi%40s%40mCVuAiDcE%3FQyCuAq%40pDoIw%40gBd%40Wt%40r%40d%40%7D%40%7C%40mPbE_JvCgChAwBjDyB%60AuAzBi%40bJqG%60AVbBi%40rF%3FPnBo%40bA%3FzDfBdA%3F%60D%7BA%60%40Kh%40fB%7C%40%3FfCcA%7C%40bAhCaB%60A%60Br%40DzGk%40%7CAu%40%3FK%60%40tAPV%60%40%3FrDW%60%40oAFErClBfBVvCoA%7CDoElAcAjA&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=eZdDPe4UAcvlW-Q4rvVY9JJVHLk=) ### Timaru Central If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635976394636) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/78339a0b-5da7-427f-86c9-d6e0fae0ba3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Dan Koczur [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=693191715398647808) ![Parkside map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:x%7E_nGclct_%40kCEAyE_AB%3FyBc%40%3F%3Fl%40_A%3FC%60Ho%40%3FAeFyAB%3FkBe%40%3F%40zA%7BAH%40%60AeEBAz%40_B%3FWeCqA%3F%3F%7BAg%40%3FAuD%7EB%40%3FoBc%40%3FAoCk%40%3F%3Fa%40j%40%3F%3FaAyA%3FHo%40t%40%3FCoA%5C%3FA%7DHyA%3F%3FaDdA%3F%3FaDgA%3FJs%40f%40%3F%3Fq%40%5ECL%7DC%3Fm%40q%40%3F%3F%7BAm%40BD_%40r%40A%3FeCd%40%3F%3F%7BAKaB%5D%3F%3Fa%40y%40%3FAiFxA%3F%3Fs%40%3F_DyAB%3FuA%60A%3FV_EAsDyA%3F%3FcBxA%3F%3Fs%40%5D%3F%3Fq%40%7D%40%3F%3Fs%40Po%40fA%3F%3FcB%3Fs%40yA%3F%3FsBxA%3F%3FyD%7BA%3F%3FmHb%40%3FAmBc%40DAwWhHvBbN%7E%40xEDbLuAn%40lOjDeAVdCmCn%40J%7E%40m%40HJlBbH%7DAh%40nLcH%7EA%7E%40%60XhF%60Eo%40lBXTaHdA_%40lBd%40G%3FhBb%40%3F%3FbE%5C%3F%3Fd%40%7EB%3FP%7CBr%40n%40ClCb%40%3F%3FV%7DAZ%3F%7EFsE%40%3FdBU%3FHr%40%60BCD%60Bx%40%3F%3F%7E%40mC%3FWtBh%40%3F%3FdBh%40%3F%40pAxB%3FkAnC%5B%3Fy%40pEq%40%3F%3Fr%40%60A%3FoDhHw%40K%3FxAa%40k%40%5Bx%40oADO%7EAmCpC&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=WzK8vuWvlj62YxB0s1lfvBEg7_E=) ### Parkside While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191715398647808) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=693191732727414784) ![Maori Hill map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:dm%7CmG%7Bgct_%40kAwEnB_CgAkIeAh%40m%40uB%5BP_%40s%40KiAw%40Wc%40%7E%40EqAa%40y%40%5DRUyBw%40ROaBe%40JoAiIc%40ViAeWaBn%40lD%7BGnJ%7EB%7CD%3Fd%40j%40dBVbH%3FlEi%40bAk%40Vl%40_%40xBx%40HKt%40n%40%3F%40%7CAw%40d%40%3Ft%40RKN%7E%40l%40%3FHdH%5C%3F%3Fz%40c%40%3F%3F%7C%40%5D%3F%5BxAT%3F%3FhA%7C%40ALdBY%3F%3FlAmA%3FMvA%7C%40%3F%5CxJeBB%3FjA%7B%40%3FDr%40w%40l%40%3F%7CAgB%5Cb%40lBmAb%40S_Am%40Z%5EdC%7BB%3FOo%40a%40RJ%60%40cAf%40Ia%40cCpA&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=4O1Lo1lGXDloPVU3HF9iDKgMtBI=) ### Maori Hill While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191732727414784) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=693191711254265856) ![Waimataitai map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:ny%7BmG%7Bjbt_%40sCQLwKqBmDo%40%5CSy%40%7C%40g%40Mc%40_A_E%7D%40h%40mAgFf%40%5BmAgFa%40mHgA%3F%3F%60%40i%40BBr%40q%40DAY_AKHcBc%40EGbA%7DCLm%40i%40HoAmAv%40WcAyDzCK%5De%40DTx%40sBr%40%60%40%7CA%5BVg%40oBiAV%5BkAc%40I%5CtAeEb%40WcBHfBu%40PKmBe%40Di%40yBpBOJy%40g%40cDT%7DAoBiGy%40t%40q%40iBuA%60B_BOj%40sH%7CAsBzBw%40pDyGjAmF%7E%40%7BAq%40g%40%5BgB%7DAwAc%40eBgBmAbE%7DJ%3FuAw%40aAnAuAg%40wCbHrDpFhF%5ElDvD%60NhCzE%7EElF%7EAf%40fNgH_B%7EB%60Bo%40hAdWb%40WnAhId%40KN%60Bv%40STxB%5CS%60%40x%40DpAb%40_Av%40VJhA%5Er%40ZQl%40tBdAi%40fAjIoB%7EBdAbEgBjAq%40i%40w%40%7EBGbBe%40ZSnGc%40_%40Of%40g%40%60F%7BAN%7B%40wBu%40J%7E%40%60BqBpC&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=8IvUHlMDBfYQIlZXhB-OTbb9sDg=) ### Waimataitai While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191711254265856) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/c5d23373-1c78-4eef-a984-737bf9fd16a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Paolo Corrales ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/40b7bacb-2d77-4cfc-a790-6df6f5e156ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Paolo Corrales ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/9d796023-a1f9-4df4-b582-8da2a56b554b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Paolo Corrales [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=693191706749415424) ![Timaru Port map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:jx%7CmGcnet_%40oJO_As%40%7DD%3FmHoB%7CGtAh%40qFhF%7BMvEaZa%5DwPpOa%5DPT%7DHtQnI%60FhI_O_GfOdXjNe%40jAhBv%40zBjCh%40%7D%40yFsJRa%40dHbMtBaDuGoLT%5BtFvJdA%5CvDgFmLqTaA_A%7BMs%40%40%7B%40jN%5CGy%40cV%7BWPe%40zFxFfCuHDkD_Du%40kG_E%7BCCoC%60BwBHV_AnAa%40%5Ew%40MoBpA%40b%40_%40pA_H%5CBW%7CAfSnQnNtI%60SxHtW%7CE%40vWmFF%7DDjAeDpBG%5DaNvImAhCcEnDoCrHi%40fEIdIaHhPcB%7CBWm%40cAj%40mEh%40&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=KwHaCEK_1LEuPg1ujZunZtpusfE=) ### Timaru Port While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=693191706749415424) ## Top Kensington Hotel Reviews ![Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8_y.jpg) ### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru 10/10 Excellent "A very clean unit, had good cooking facilities, and the staff were very pleasant and helpful." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information) ![Anchor Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/8a3ddd2d_y.jpg) ### Anchor Motel 8/10 Good "Lovely hostess who couldn’t have done enough.We had a cheap stay and though a small space,very comfortable bed and cosy." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Anchor-Motel.h5074136.Hotel-Information) ![Asure Ashley Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/2f0b7552_y.jpg) ### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge 10/10 Excellent "The room was very clean. Had a kitchen with everything you needed. The bed was comfortable and lovely linen. It was perfect. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information) ![ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a9f5197b_y.jpg) ### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge 8/10 Good "The 2 bedroom unit on upper floor has large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and cutlery etc. King bed is high and firm and gives a fantastic sleep. Unit is not noisy. Bathroom is a bit 'tired' and in need of renovation.Staff are friendly and happy to help with any queries or needs. Overall i was quite happy with my stay at the Asure Avenue Motel." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information) ![The Fort. Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/2ae10a39_y.jpg) ### The Fort. Timaru 4/10 Poor "The room was so tiny you did not even have a side table. However, the bed was comfortable and room was clean. The bathroom was recently renovated (SHARED BATHROOM ONLY) and kitchen was not bad either (shared only) The lounge area was so musky and we could not sit there because it was so smelly. Overall, we would not stay again. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information) ![Phoenix Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626507/1b75f070_y.jpg) ### Phoenix Motel 10/10 Excellent "The gentleman at check in was a very kind man. Place was spacious and clean. Enjoyed our stay" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Temuka-Hotels-Phoenix-Motel.h9626507.Hotel-Information) ![The Grosvenor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd_y.jpg) ### The Grosvenor 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful room. Quite large. Had everything we needed . Had dinner downstairs at the restaurant. Good value meals. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information) ![Cedar Lodge Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/8e736275_y.jpg) ### Cedar Lodge Motel 6/10 Okay "Suited quick,late, overnight stay. Dated but clean,convenient and quiet despite close Romain road" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information) ![Coastal Ridge Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7d4dd3f1_y.jpg) ### Coastal Ridge Apartments 10/10 Excellent "Mountain view excellent n easy parking except the laundry not well equipped. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### What are the best hotels in Kensington that travellers recommend? > Coastal Ridge Apartments, a 3.5-star property, boasts an excellent 9.6 rating. Guests appreciate the comfortable rooms and friendly staff. The apartments offer mountain views, air conditioning, and convenient free parking options including accessible and off-street parking. It is just 0.5 km from the Botanical Gardens. > > > Another top recommendation is the 3-star Cedar Lodge Motel, which has a superb 9.4 rating. Guests consistently praise the absolutely amazing and friendly staff, as well as its lovely location. Each room includes a kitchen, and free cribs are available, making it suitable for families. It is just 0.4 km from the Botanical Gardens. ### What are the best family hotels in Kensington? > The 3-star Cedar Lodge Motel, with a 9.4 rating, offers families the convenience of a free crib and a kitchen, making it easy to prepare meals. Guests frequently praise the absolutely amazing and friendly staff, as well as its lovely location. It is conveniently located near the Botanical Gardens, just 0.4 km away, and the Otipua Wetland, 1.2 km away. > > > Another excellent option is the 3-star Asure Ashley Motor Lodge, also rated 9.4\. This motel provides families with a crib, a kitchen, free WiFi, and complimentary self-parking, along with free toiletries. It is situated 0.5 km from the Botanical Gardens and 1.1 km from the Otipua Wetland. > > > The 3.5-star Coastal Ridge Apartments, boasting an impressive 9.6 rating, is another top choice for families. It provides free cribs, free toiletries, free self-parking, and free WiFi. Guests often comment on the great pillows, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. The apartments are located 0.5 km from the Botanical Gardens and 1.2 km from the Otipua Wetland. ### What are the best budget hotels in Kensington? > The Cedar Lodge Motel, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and free self-parking. Guests appreciate the free cribs and kitchens available in the rooms. It is conveniently located near the Botanical Gardens, just 0.4 km away, and Otipua Wetland, which is 1.2 km away. Customers frequently mention the friendly staff and the lovely location. > > > Another excellent choice is the Asure Ashley Motor Lodge, also rated 9.4\. This hotel provides free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and free self-parking. Guests can also benefit from the convenience of in-room kitchens and available cribs. It is situated 0.5 km from the Botanical Gardens and 1.1 km from Otipua Wetland. ### What are the most romantic hotels in Kensington for couples? > This 3.5-star property, with an outstanding rating of 9.6, offers apartments with balconies and mountain views, superb for a quiet getaway. Guests frequently comment on the comfortable rooms and the friendly staff. It is also conveniently located, with Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre just 1.8 kilometres away and Patiti Point only 1.2 kilometres distant. ### What are the best hotels in Kensington near Otipua Wetland? > The 3.5-star Coastal Ridge Apartments, with a superb 9.6 rating, is an excellent choice for families. It is located just 1.2 km from Otipua Wetland and also very close to the Botanical Gardens, only 0.5 km away. Guests frequently comment on the comfortable rooms and great pillows, and the staff are noted for being friendly. Free cribs, toiletries, and WiFi are provided, along with complimentary self-parking. > > > Another highly-rated option is the 3-star Asure Ashley Motor Lodge, which has a 9.4 rating. This lodge is also conveniently situated near Otipua Wetland, just 1.1 km away, and 0.5 km from the Botanical Gardens. It offers kitchens in its rooms, making it ideal for self-catering, and provides free cribs, WiFi, toiletries, and self-parking. ### When is the best time to go to Kensington? > Canterbury summers are typically dry and sunny, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 25°C. This period is great for outdoor activities such as exploring the Canterbury Plains, visiting local parks, or enjoying the nearby beaches. The longer daylight hours also mean more time for sightseeing and day trips. > > > For those planning to visit the nearby mountains or lakes, late spring (November) and early autumn (March-April) also offer comfortable conditions with fewer crowds. 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