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1. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,150 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with wonderful staff! I have already booked my next stay. I would highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Heather
The price is Rp4.954.677
Rp5.695.156 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lafayette Hotel & Club

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,459 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Andres
The price is Rp1.958.323
Rp2.208.009 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

3. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly staff"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is Rp1.999.906
Rp2.294.892 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

4. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,504 reviews)
"Had a good stay"
United States
Yesenia
The price is Rp1.996.390
Rp2.301.566 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

5. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
6.3 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,099 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Staff was very friendly at front desk and also at restaurant. Would recommend to others and would stay here again."
United States
Cesar
The price is Rp2.939.957
Rp3.379.344 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,754 reviews)
"Clean room, very friendly staff, great breakfast."
United States
Edith
The price is Rp2.545.397
Rp2.925.806 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,882 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean rooms, quick and helpful staff."
United States
Monique
The price is Rp2.236.864
Rp2.571.163 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,046 reviews)
"Nice restaurant staff, and very good food."
United States
James
The price is Rp1.535.405
Rp1.764.872 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Seven Seas

9. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
4.0 star property
9.5 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,489 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing!"
United States
David
The price is Rp2.761.370
Rp3.174.057 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

10. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4.0 star property
Marina District, 8.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,901 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel would stay again!"
United States
Petra
The price is Rp3.033.354
Rp4.505.961 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

11. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
6.5 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,053 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Helen
The price is Rp1.638.855
Rp1.883.782 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Handlery Hotel

12. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,912 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, well maintained property and very good service."
United States
SAID
The price is Rp1.373.335
Rp1.578.579 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

13. San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
Mission Bay, 10.1 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,675 reviews)
"Amazing rooms and service!!"
United States
Aaroosh
The price is Rp3.447.171
Rp4.926.829 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

14. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,179 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is Rp1.527.238
Rp1.755.483 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

15. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
25.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,226 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is Rp1.643.334
Rp2.026.535 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sycuan Casino Resort

16. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
2.5 star property
7.9 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,106 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, good breakfast, nice staff."
United States
Antonia
The price is Rp2.319.275
Rp2.665.895 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

17. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
12 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,229 reviews)
"Clean room and really nice area for our stay"
United States
Brandon
The price is Rp2.270.621
Rp2.502.110 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

18. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,097 reviews)
"Great family hotel. Simple and clean yummy breakfast inexpensive and perfect for our short stay in sd"
United States
Alejandra
The price is Rp2.468.264
Rp2.837.146 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

19. Town and Country San Diego

Town and Country San Diego
4.0 star property
6.1 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,025 reviews)
"Amazing resort will stay there again"
United States
Omar
The price is Rp2.653.384
Rp3.676.254 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Town and Country San Diego

20. Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,848 reviews)
"Loved this hotel and will be back!"
United States
james
The price is Rp1.300.285
Rp1.492.077 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Kings Inn San Diego
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Compare popular hotels in Kensington

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,459 reviews
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A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,013 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.
Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
3,848 reviews
View
A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.
Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,150 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,097 reviews
View

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Downtown San Diego

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Mission Beach

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Mission Bay

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Travellers to the Kensington neighbourhood in San Diego will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Kensington Club as part of your Kensington travel plans.
How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Kensington.
What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?
Kensington Club is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Kensington. While you're out sightseeing, AMSD Concerts and Normal Heights United Methodist Church are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.