Title: Kensington Holidays 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kensington](https://expedia.co.uk/Kensington-Timaru-Hotels.0-n693191684738961408-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[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) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_packages.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Kensington Holidays ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £335 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected ### Your Kensington Holiday Kensington is calling your name! Whatever type of escape you're organising, you can experience and see more of this neighbourhood with a Kensington holiday package. When it's time to sightsee, you'll find lots of big-name attractions nearby including [Caroline Bay Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caroline-Bay-Beach-Canterbury.d553248621532610216.Attraction), [South Canterbury Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Canterbury-Museum-Timaru-Central.d6112974.Attraction) and [Ashbury Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbury-Park-Waimataitai.d659338316678569984.Attraction). Visit one, two (or even all!) during your trip to Kensington. Whatever your dream Kensington holiday may look like, you can turn it into reality with Expedia. ## Where to stay in Kensington Find the best Kensington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Kensington](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Kensington.dx693191684738961408) ![D NZ Timaru Port Cape Pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394636/e54a0f25-d804-40b7-a311-a3d741c8c0fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Timaru Central 1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing. [Find hotels in Timaru Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635976394636) ![Parkside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/78339a0b-5da7-427f-86c9-d6e0fae0ba3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parkside 1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby. [Find hotels in Parkside](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=693191715398647808) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Washdyke 2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and DB Brewery. [Find hotels in Washdyke](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635976008629) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maori Hill 2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach. [Find hotels in Maori Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=693191732727414784) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waimataitai 1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach. [Find hotels in Waimataitai](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=693191711254265856) ## Top hotels in Kensington ![Coastal Ridge Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7d4dd3f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coastal Ridge Apartments 38 King Street Timaru Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £94 3 Apr - 4 Apr includes taxes & fees 9.6/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews) Mountain view excellent n easy parking except the laundry not well equipped. Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=20157828&PinnedHotelID=20157828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![Asure Ashley Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/2f0b7552_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge 95-99 King Street Timaru Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £93 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees 9.4/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews) The room was very clean. Had a kitchen with everything you needed. The bed was comfortable and lovely linen. It was perfect. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=3644136&PinnedHotelID=3644136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![Cedar Lodge Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/8e736275_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cedar Lodge Motel 36 King Street Timaru Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £83 4 Apr - 5 Apr includes taxes & fees 9.4/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews) Clean room/bathroom. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=20157821&PinnedHotelID=20157821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) [See all 56 properties in Kensington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026®ionId=693191684738961408) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/all-inclusive_holidays_US.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) All Inclusive Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays?rfrr=editorial.All_Inclusive%20Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/XPC_Beach_Overview_HR_v3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Beach Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/beach-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Beach_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/Family_holidays_US_3_.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Family Friendly Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/kid-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Family_Friendly%20Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/04/29/frCA_Sejours_golf-Portugal.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Golf Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/golf-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Golf_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/07/15/US_Luxury_VR_Miami.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Luxury Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/luxury-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Luxury_Holidays.click) ![gay friendly holidays](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2023/06/15/LGBTQIA_Holiday_Package.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) LGBTQ+ Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/gay-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.LGBTQ+_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/29/romantic.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Romantic Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/romantic-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Romantic_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/31952_v1_atfraraski22_insta_4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Ski Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Ski_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/22/hero-image-pet-friendly_copy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Pet Friendly Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/pet-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Pet_Friendly%20Holidays.click) ![Holiday in Month](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2023/05/10/mesog-34434-card-venice.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Where to go when [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/b/where-to-go-when?rfrr=editorial.Where_to%20go%20when.click) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a Kensington travel package cost? ### If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Kensington travel package? ### How do I get a cheap travel package to Kensington? ### Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Kensington holidays? > - Pay monthly holidays: If paying small amounts each month is something that would work for you, Klarna offers just that! Paying in convenient monthly instalments will make your holiday dreams possible. > - Pay in instalments holidays: Like the idea of paying off your holiday in multiple transactions? Then check out this Book Now, Pay Later option with Klarna. > - Low deposit holidays: When you spot an awesome deal but don't have the full amount yet, Klarna's low deposit holiday plan will help you lock it in. ### Where should I stay in Kensington? ### What are the top hotels in Kensington? ### How far in advance should I book my Kensington holiday? ### What does an Expedia Kensington travel package include? ### What should I know before booking a Kensington travel package? ### Can I choose my airline with a Kensington Expedia travel package? ### Popular places to visit ![Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/c5d23373-1c78-4eef-a984-737bf9fd16a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trevor-Griffiths-Rose-Garden-Timaru-Port.d553248621526966893.Attraction) #### Caroline Bay Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Timaru Port. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Caroline-Bay-Beach-Timaru-Port.d553248621532610216.Attraction) \* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.