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.

Top 10 Kensington Hotels of 2026

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A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington

Jason

RM673 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington

Renato

RM686 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

3. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

8 km from Kensington

Jasmine

RM814 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

4. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

8.5 km from Kensington

Robert

RM642 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

5. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

17.5 km from Kensington

McKenzie

RM878 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

6. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

12.1 km from Kensington

Steve

RM460 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

16.4 km from Kensington

Sina

RM1,137 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

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

16.6 km from Kensington

Angelo

RM777 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

9. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

17.6 km from Kensington

Jamaya

RM854 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

10. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

16.4 km from Kensington

Richard

RM798 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

11. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

16.8 km from Kensington

Colby John

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

18.3 km from Kensington

Sebastian Pablo

RM569 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

13. Comfort Inn by the Bay

17.6 km from Kensington

Crystal

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

14. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

17.6 km from Kensington

Jinyu

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

30.3 km from Kensington

Tonya

RM700 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern interior with a wooden partition, a stone accent wall, and a bar area.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

28.1 km from Kensington

Luis Alberto

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large columns, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

29.9 km from Kensington

Riley

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.

18. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

16.3 km from Kensington

Raul

RM701 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

19. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

29 km from Kensington

Rebecca

RM527 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

20. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

17.9 km from Kensington

Heather

RM1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare top hotels in Kensington

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina 4.0 star property Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington View	Hotel Shattuck Plaza 4.0 star property Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington View	HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area 3.0 star property 8 km from Kensington View	Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge 3.0 star property 8.5 km from Kensington View	Grand Hyatt San Francisco 4.0 star property 17.5 km from Kensington View
8.2 Very good 5,206 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,390 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,437 reviews	8.6 Excellent 1,818 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,035 reviews
The price is RM585 RM673 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	The price is RM596 RM686 total includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov	The price is RM726 RM814 total includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov	The price is RM532 RM642 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	The price is RM583 RM878 total includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov
No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking

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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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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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