The Kensington Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at The Kensington Hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, rel.ish, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is 3.403.935 ₫
3.778.334 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Classic 2 Double Beds NonSmoking)

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside tables, lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Classic 2 Double Beds NonSmoking)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and two lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Elite - King with Sleeper Balcony Acc)

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black office chair, a television, a lamp, and a coffee maker.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Elite - King with Sleeper Balcony Acc)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic King)

A neatly made bed with a tufted headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a single yellow pillow.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Access Roll in Shower King)

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and handrails.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Access Roll in Shower King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black office chair, a television, a lamp, and a coffee maker.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Elite King with Sleeper Sof)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa with yellow cushions, a desk with a lamp, a coffee maker, and a TV on a wooden stand.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Elite King with Sleeper Sof)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Deluxe - 2 Double Beds Balcony Access)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a clock.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Deluxe - 2 Double Beds Balcony Access)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic 2 Doubl)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a chair.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic 2 Doubl)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located near the beach, The Kensington Hotel is in Bryant Pattengill West, a neighbourhood in Ann Arbor with great shopping. Cobblestone Farm and Law Quadrangle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Varsity Tennis Center and Revel and Roll. Buhr Park and Yost Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking/biking trails and hunting.
Map
3500 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

What's nearby

  • A modern building with vertical lines, a pathway, and greenery.
    University of Michigan
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A football stadium filled with spectators, featuring a large field marked with yard lines and a prominent team logo.
    Michigan Stadium
    5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Briarwood Mall
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Varsity Tennis Center
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Crisler Center
    5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station
    12 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mothfire Brewing Co.
    2 min drive
  • Panda Express
    10 min walk
  • Olive Garden
    12 min walk
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
    8 min walk
  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro
    6 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

  • Hotel near University of Michigan
  • At The Kensington Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, rel.ish, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
  • Other perks include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
    • Luggage storage, free newspapers and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
  • Room features
  • All 200 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
    • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 for adults and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • rel.ish

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 18 kg per pet)

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 for adults and USD 3.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kensington Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of 20 Sep 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on 27 Sep 2026 start from 3.403.935 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Kensington Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Kensington Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kensington Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Kensington Hotel located?

Located in Bryant Pattengill West, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Briarwood Mall and University of Michigan. Michigan Stadium is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Reviews

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 714 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1177 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, pleasant room, good location, good price the day we stayed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed our stay. The staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, convenient, clean and Complimentary champagne was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Welcomed with a glass of bubbly. Staff were great. Beds very comfortable. Great food in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable place. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean and the staff were super friendly.🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good location and clean and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room is always clean and staff wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I always stay at the Kensington when visiting Ann Arbor. It is always clean and attractive. The staff is helpful and friendly. The rooms are spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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They were extremely nice they even offered us a complimentary drink when we checked in. Hotel was beautiful, and clean highly recommend!! Would definitely book again !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great out of town hotel, close all the UMich sites and with a good bus connection into Ann Arbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect for my son and I as we were traveling. Very nicely remodeled room. Exceedingly comfortable beds. Wonderful pool, hot tub & sauna. Great breakfast “quick grabs” & a full breakfast for a few in the restaurant if you were interested. Courtyard was great for relax & staff was enthusiastic, helpful & welcoming. Close & easy to the interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was nice though bathroom a bit dated compared to the room. A/C worked but humidity seemed high in room but not bad enough to justify getting addressed. It was fine. Overall hotel was good and good value given game day on a popular weekend (UM/OU game)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The champagne toast at checknin was nice. The pool was great and the sun chairs outside the pool area was awesome. Our room was so nice and the staff were all so kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Convenient to downtown Ann Arbor and quick on/off the interstate. Many restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was a 10 out of 10! Great staff, great rooms, awesome amenities! Would definitely stay here again with my family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Gym I used was ok, room was a little dirty. Tried to use the sauna but it wasn't working and a bit worn down. Location was good near the mall, lotsa restaurants within walking distance. Price was competitive. Overall an "ok" to "good" not great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Front desk staff was super friendly! Very convenient location not far from Main Street, very quiet perfect to sleep well, nice clean rooms, pool, sauna, and gym area very nice too and nice restaurant on site too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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William was so kind and helpful throughout our stay! The room was nice & the exercise room was a good size. We were only there for one night but we’ll definitely be back, particularly if the prices are as reasonable as what we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property, outstanding staff, clean and well maintained. I had an issue when I checked in with my bathroom and the staff immediately took care of it. They moved me to an upgraded room and were generally very helpful if I had questions I liked the location right off of I-94 and very close to everything University of Michigan. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our first time here and it was wonderful. Such a wonderful gem in Ann Arbor. I even love how you get a complimentary glass of wine upon check in. They also have an adult swim time for the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Checked in at 10pm and got the worst room possible. The room was full of a variety of bugs. Since we were at the very end of a very long winding hallway and were extremely tired, we chose to ignore and crashed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was enjoyable stay there it was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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William was great. All staff are great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026