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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.

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The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, large windows, and a visible street with cars and a cyclist.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Historic Berkeley. 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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A sculpture made of debris by a waterfront.

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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A busy street with cars, a Grand Lake Theatre sign, and various shops.

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 DeFremery Park and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Just a nice staff. Easy to deal with"

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, no room amenities except soap and shampoo/conditioner but they did bring me slippers when I asked. No room service but you can DoorDash food or grab something to go from the restaurant during certain hours - you do miss out on the room service experience though Complementary ( la colombe) coffee and tea in the AM was a nice touch. Employees super helpful and let me borrow their personal charging port overnight when I forgot mine (another employee insisted I buy one from the hotel). Location is good, worked well for me for a one night stay for work but wouldn’t want to spend the week there. I’d go back for a similar type stay."

Hotel Julian

8/10 Good

"The property was clean and the room was nice. The parking was rather inconvenient because it was hard to find street parking, you had to pay, and you had to lug your luggage up a giant hill. The restaurant in the hotel is rather expensive and not the best meal I’ve eaten. There were a few restaurants in walking distance but not much else. Lots of hidden fees to look out for though! The total as you are reserving is NOT the real total. There are “amenity fees” despite no amenities really (ie. No pool, sauna, complementary breakfast, etc.)."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay at the DoubleTree Berkeley, and what made it especially meaningful was how kind and supportive the staff were during a very emotional time for me. I was in Berkeley to leave my daughter at college, and understandably, I was having a lot of emotions. The staff were incredibly nice and genuinely supportive, which meant more to me than they probably realized. I also really enjoyed breakfast at the Boathouse restaurant. The outdoor area by the marina was one of my favorite parts of the hotel. Sitting outside in the comfortable chairs around the fire pit, enjoying the view and taking in the peaceful atmosphere, was the perfect way to relax. The pool and hot tub were also great and gave me another opportunity to unwind after a busy and emotional few days. Overall, this hotel felt welcoming, comfortable, and relaxing. The beautiful marina setting, great amenities, delicious breakfast, and especially the caring staff made my stay a memorable one. I would definitely stay here again when visiting Berkeley."

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.

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1. Hotel Mira Vista

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

3. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

7. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

10. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

11. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

12. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

13. Walnut Creek Marriott

14. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

16. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

17. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

19. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Where to stay in Kensington

Downtown Oakland

Downtown Berkeley

Albany

Piedmont

West Oakland

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

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