Kensington

Whangarei

A garden with a waterfall, red and pink flowers, and a rocky landscape.
A gravel path surrounded by lush greenery and large leaves.
A landscaped garden with a gravel path, various shrubs, and flowering plants.
A gravel path flanked by lush greenery and a large rock.
A dense tropical forest with various green plants, including large aloe vera plants and ferns.

Stay near popular Kensington attractions

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

9.0/10 (94 reviews)
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
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Things to do

Close up of glowworms

Starburst Cathedral deep inside Milky Way Glowworm Cave

RM190
per adult
Starburst Cathedral deep inside Milky Way Glowworm Cave
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More

RM536
per traveller
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

RM107
per adult
New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour
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Top hotels in Kensington

Kensington Motel

Kensington Motel

2 out of 5
85 Kamo Rd Whangarei Northland
The price is RM355 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
RM355
RM408 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"The room was spotless and shining, with everything you and walking distance to the local restaurants, cafes etc."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Kensington Motel
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive Whangarei
The price is RM449 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
RM449
RM516 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
7.8/10 Good! (652 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Kingswood Manor Motel

Kingswood Manor Motel

3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road Whangarei Northland
The price is RM309 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
RM309
RM356 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (558 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Kingswood Manor Motel
Pacific Rendezvous

Pacific Rendezvous

4 out of 5
73 Motel Road Tutukaka Northland
The price is RM533 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
RM533
RM612 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Philip Island and Rahomaunu Island are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
"Spectacular views and great location. Lovely pool and spa area. Accommodation was a bit dated."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Pacific Rendezvous
Continental Motel

Continental Motel

3.5 out of 5
67 Kamo Road Whangarei
The price is RM318 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
RM318
RM366 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (379 reviews)
"Room was clean upon arrival, but stayed 4 nights no room service, big room and large shower, full sky tv which is good, little noisey as right next to the pool, this was disability suite."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Continental Motel
Motel Six

Motel Six

3 out of 5
153 Bank Street Whangarei
The price is RM284 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
RM284
RM326 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Old Library Arts Centre ...
8.2/10 Very good! (327 reviews)
"lean and tidy. Facilities are dated and could do with an upstairs. But very affordable and central location."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Motel Six
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with a rugged cliff, a bay with a small town, and rolling hills.

One Tree Point

Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Manaia and Mcleod Bay.

A waterfront with boats docked, a pier with a red-roofed building, and greenery along the shore.

Whangarei Central

While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Marsden Point

While Marsden Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Manaia and Ruakaka Beach.

Onerahi

While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reyburn House and Whangarei Art Museum.

Parahaki

If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.

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