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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a checkered floor, and a view of the entrance.

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,394 reviews)
"I had a great stay"
United States
Monique
The price is Rp2.663.485
Rp3.068.202 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A modern outdoor seating area with a pergola, glass railings, and a pathway leading to a covered deck.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,201 reviews)
"The hotel is older and shows in the rooms and amenities, but the location, marina view, and restaurant were amazing."
United States
Jason
The price is Rp2.669.472
Rp3.075.152 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

3. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,716 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Richard
The price is Rp1.968.442
Rp3.064.785 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

4. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,399 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
Canada
Colby John
The price is Rp1.858.112
Rp2.186.904 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
8 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,445 reviews)
"Super nice very clean staff very helpful"
United States
Jasmine
The price is Rp2.919.735
Rp3.275.797 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

6. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,038 reviews)
"Loved this location & the room. Recommend!"
United States
McKenzie
The price is Rp2.430.090
Rp3.713.890 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

7. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
17.9 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,159 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, good food .really enjoyed my stay here"
United States
Jessica
The price is Rp3.221.683
Rp4.625.694 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign for the Hyatt Regency.

8. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,333 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay, very good location and very well maintained hotel"
United States
Julio
The price is Rp2.923.116
Rp4.164.785 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

9. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,544 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Sina
The price is Rp3.608.865
Rp5.081.064 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a green awning, a 'No Parking' sign, and a 'Restaurant & Bar' sign.

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,535 reviews)
"very nice place, we have stayed for several times."
United States
Jinyu
The price is Rp2.016.611
Rp2.378.586 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

11. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
18 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,848 reviews)
"Lovely stay in the best location!"
Japan
Masami
The price is Rp2.736.209
Rp3.220.381 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

12. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
18.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,444 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is Rp2.158.065
Rp2.539.935 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

13. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
17.2 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,057 reviews)
"Awesome property great location"
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp1.993.710
Rp3.094.344 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Galleria Park Hotel
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

14. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.9 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,658 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable beds"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp3.899.025
Rp4.589.062 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

15. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,756 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Crystal
The price is Rp1.871.532
Rp2.202.699 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

16. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (987 reviews)
"Perfect location!"
United States
Braelyn
The price is Rp2.282.506
Rp2.686.396 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel 32One
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

17. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,822 reviews)
"The beds were real comfortable"
United States
Robert
The price is Rp2.414.748
Rp2.912.756 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

18. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
4.0 star property
16.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,654 reviews)
"perfect location, friendly staff, great rooms and price, safe"
United States
Allyson
The price is Rp2.076.095
Rp3.318.473 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.

19. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.3 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,911 reviews)
"Great stay great location just awesome"
United States
Raul
The price is Rp2.026.586
Rp3.132.172 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
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
17.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,365 reviews)
"Really nice hotel"
United States
Jamaya
The price is Rp3.228.030
Rp3.799.229 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
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Compare popular hotels in Kensington

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a checkered floor, and a view of the entrance.
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,394 reviews
View
A modern outdoor seating area with a pergola, glass railings, and a pathway leading to a covered deck.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
8.2
Very good
5,201 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,445 reviews
View
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,822 reviews
View
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Kensington

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a checkered floor, and a view of the entrance.

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,394)
The price is Rp2.663.485
Rp3.068.202 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kensington
Learn more about Kensington
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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 Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. 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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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.

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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.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and price for a quick personal business trip. I stay at CQ in London often but this is my first other location. Will stay again soon."
James 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Kensington is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its shopping, restaurants and parks. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Make sure that you visit Tilden Regional Park and Blake Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels are there in Kensington?
With 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Berkeley area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Kensington.
What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Kensington with a visit to Tilden Regional Park and Blake Garden. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, make sure that you visit other sights such as Tilden Nature Area or Upper Labyrinth.