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Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
19.1 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Super clean room, comfortable bed and friendly staff. "
United States
Oleksandra
The price is 2.659.431 ₫
2.970.451 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek by IHG
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
3.0 star property
19.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1110)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Luis
The price is 2.659.431 ₫
3.037.018 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Sonesta Select San Ramon

Sonesta Select San Ramon

Sonesta Select San Ramon
3.0 star property
32.4 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"Great location for visiting family in the area. Room was clean and the front desk was very helpful with extra towels. "
United States
Felicia
The price is 2.580.438 ₫
2.994.259 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Sonesta Select San Ramon
Exterior
Hampton Inn Vallejo

Hampton Inn Vallejo

Hampton Inn Vallejo
2.5 star property
26.2 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Wonderful staff, room was clean, and the breakfast was 👍. We had a great stay"
United States
Tania
The price is 2.353.465 ₫
2.665.008 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hampton Inn Vallejo
Exterior
HYATT house San Ramon

HYATT house San Ramon

HYATT house San Ramon
3.0 star property
30.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Room it’s good clean.staff are friendly , hopefully the breakfast had fresher fruits,"
United States
Eleonor
The price is 3.107.058 ₫
3.391.041 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
HYATT house San Ramon
Front of property – evening/night
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
16.9 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2139)
"Great hotel "
United States
Tanya
The price is 2.941.699 ₫
3.462.233 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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, (7213)
"Good location and great hotel to stay, the bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was good with lots of options! "
Canada
Veronica
The price is 3.224.399 ₫
4.879.794 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Lobby
Comfort Inn Castro Valley

Comfort Inn Castro Valley

Comfort Inn Castro Valley
2.5 star property
29.4 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff was great, room was clean, breakfast was great and parking accommodations were easy! Would 10/10 stay there again!"
United States
Michaela
The price is 2.647.845 ₫
2.912.630 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Castro Valley
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The Mosser

The Mosser

The Mosser
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Easy check-in, nice swanky little lobby and friendly staff. The room was small though not an issue as it had everything we needed and was clean. Neat old building right next to moscone center west and near lots of restaurants. Great location for the price."
United States
Jon
The price is 1.659.357 ₫
1.949.744 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Mosser
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
3.0 star property
20.8 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1611)
" Ez check in, staff was very friendly, great experience!"
United States
David
The price is 2.580.438 ₫
2.998.340 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Breakfast meal
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG
2.5 star property
30 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"We always stay at this location when visiting American Canyon. Safe clean and close to everything you need. "
United States
Tracy
The price is 2.185.473 ₫
2.495.652 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Napa American Canyon by IHG
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2809)
"Clean and comfortable room, good staff, great location. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is 2.640.473 ₫
3.107.848 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Lobby sitting area
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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, (3060)
"Best location, friendly staff, had a wonderful time stayed! "
United States
Kalinda
The price is 2.195.725 ₫
2.593.142 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Outdoor pool
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
2.5 star property
25 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2295)
"Clean, cozy, great staff!"
United States
Stacie
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

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, (3951)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Rafael
The price is 2.954.338 ₫
3.403.250 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Terrace/patio
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

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, (1288)
"Great overnight stay and across the street from the Bay Street shopping district."
United States
Sasha
The price is 2.758.220 ₫
3.389.845 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Interior
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1083)
"Wonderful, will stay here again."
United States
Jennifer
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
16.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3840)
"Excellent stay and great location! "
United States
CHRISTINE
The price is 3.199.216 ₫
4.973.910 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Corner Queen Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco
3.0 star property
18.5 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"My room was clean, the staff is great and the amenities are great as well "
United States
Edwin
The price is 2.215.754 ₫
3.692.406 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
YOTEL San Francisco
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Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
17.8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2807)
"Clean hotel, great location, kind staff! "
United States
Felix
The price is 27.627.802 ₫
32.516.542 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

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.

Berkeley which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a river or creek

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 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.

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.

Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

North Berkeley

While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Mayflower Hotel

Mayflower Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, blocks from Chinatown. Room was clean. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was good. Elevator is vintage. Lobby is beautiful. All in all, very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend and stay again. "
Bell 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mayflower Hotel

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 10 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 Indian Rock Park.