Kensington
Whangarei
Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Starburst Cathedral deep inside Milky Way Glowworm Cave
Hundertwasser Art Centre: Explore the Legacy
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Top hotels in Kensington
Kensington Motel
"In room cook top, microwave and fully equipped kitchen. Very clean rooms. Serviced daily if thats what you want. Handy to a variety of restaurants and takeaway places. Awesome staff. This is our third time staying here."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
"It was nice room was clean. Bit too comfortable."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
"Room was clean and tidy , although it had ,had a make over the workmanship was average . Broken mixer tap on hot tub which made adjusting water temperature impossible ( no cold water to cool it down). The shower head was well past needing replacement . Street appeal was mared by a dirty old mattress ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Continental Motel
"Second time staying here both times been excellent will definitely be coming back"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"I liked the fact that it was at the end of the street and was really nice and quiet"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Quest Whangarei
"It was clean and a comfortable bed. Room amenities were good."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kensington
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.
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Reyburn House and Whangarei Art Museum.
Marsden Cove
While Marsden Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mount Manaia and Ruakaka Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Claphams National Clock Museum.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Reyburn House and Claphams National Clock Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
