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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

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1. 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, (5,155 reviews)
"The view of the bay was spectacular, and the boathouse restaurant was excellent!!"
United States
Brenda
The price is S$197
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,382 reviews)
"Great stay and location!"
United States
Erica
The price is S$260
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and sofa.

3. Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"I’d stay there again."
United States
Sandy
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Mira Vista
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

4. 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, (1,437 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was very nice and helpful"
United States
Elianna
The price is S$218
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

5. 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, (1,779 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great facilities."
United States
Tamy
The price is S$215
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
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6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,052 reviews)
"Great breakfast."
United States
Hugh
The price is S$275
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

7. 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, (7,697 reviews)
"Great stay an breakfast"
United States
Troy
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and umbrellas branded with "Tiburon."

8. The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
16 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,043 reviews)
"Great location, great staff!"
United States
Joy
The price is S$257
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Lodge at Tiburon
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

9. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
12.1 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Steve
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

10. Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, relaxing! I would def stay there again"
United States
Davida
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oaktown Roost
A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

11. 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, (1,303 reviews)
"Great location and great hotel"
United States
Sonia
The price is S$293
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,278 reviews)
"Great stay , friendly staff"
United States
Evelyn
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the lobby.

13. Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Much better stay then San Francisco"
United States
Ismael
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

14. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,501 reviews)
"Will stay again!"
United States
itzel
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
A modern interior with a central walkway, wooden ceiling beams, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
3.5 star property
19.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,464 reviews)
"The rooms were super clean and had all the basic amenities. Breakfast buffet was amazing as well!"
United States
Maya
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

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

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,505 reviews)
"Long weekend in Fisherman Wharf - perfect location, the hotel had everything we needed for our weekend getaway."
Canada
Marcin
The price is S$284
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A dining table with plates of food, two wine glasses, and cutlery, set against a cityscape view.

17. Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

Marines Memorial Club & Hotel
4.0 star property
17.7 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay. Staff was polite."
United States
Michael S.
The price is S$231
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Marines Memorial Club & Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

18. 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, (2,348 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious and the location was great!"
United States
Greg
The price is S$268
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

19. 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, (3,501 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
eric
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A wooden deck with a door, a bench, a chair, and a table.

20. San Remo Hotel

San Remo Hotel
2.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"We liked the location as we were able to walk to many attractions. Rooms were small, but adequate. And bathrooms were top notch."
United States
Jan R
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
San Remo Hotel
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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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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.

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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.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and good location!"
Elly 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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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