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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront
4.0 star property
Marina District, 8.6 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1857)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Brandon
The price is 2.685.558 ₫
4.405.501 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Marina View | View from room
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3176)
"Great stay! "
United States
Melissa
The price is 2.474.926 ₫
3.792.648 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
25.9 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1630)
"Nice hotel and friendly staff. Will definitely stay again ."
United States
Lorna
Sycuan Casino Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
Mission Bay, 9.9 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1309)
"great stay! Food was great and my kids loved the pool and location"
United States
ANDREA
The price is 3.097.870 ₫
4.747.758 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (727)
"Great little boutique hotel ! Friendly staff as well"
Canada
Caroll
The price is 2.573.883 ₫
2.984.290 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Free daily buffet breakfast
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
2.5 star property
Old Town San Diego, 8.7 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1914)
"Efficient check in, clean rooms and great breakfast."
Canada
Wendy
The price is 2.126.067 ₫
2.443.808 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
Exterior
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4.0 star property
Marina District, 8.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2871)
"Great Location....tons of walking from the hotel Front desk were very nice and polite will be coming back for sure "
United States
Carlos
The price is 4.633.904 ₫
6.807.447 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Terrace/patio
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4.0 star property
Carmel Valley, 22.5 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1872)
"The room had a great view of the pool and staff was very friendly! "
United States
eva
The price is 2.593.529 ₫
2.955.197 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Lobby sitting area
Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3566)
"Room was very clean, and the breakfast was good"
United States
Roxana
The price is 1.971.121 ₫
2.261.861 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Kings Inn San Diego
Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
2.0 star property
14.1 km from Kensington
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1983)
"Great stay"
United States
Eleazar
The price is 1.687.162 ₫
1.855.931 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
Free continental breakfast
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach, 10.9 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (799)
"good place to stay"
United States
Sisi
The price is 2.606.571 ₫
2.996.123 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 8.1 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great location "
United States
Mohammad
The price is 2.108.953 ₫
3.206.133 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
Lobby
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
10.5 km from Kensington
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4110)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Aniket
The price is 2.226.117 ₫
2.558.810 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Exterior
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
3.0 star property
12.9 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1554)
"Every time i have stayed here everything is always clean...no complaints!"
United States
Joseline
The price is 3.012.038 ₫
3.462.187 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Exterior
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1278)
"Room was clean,buffet bkfast was good,staff were friendly & helpful!"
United States
Barry
The price is 2.506.521 ₫
2.881.121 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
View from property
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
6.5 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1817)
"Clean and helpful staff, thank you !"
United States
Bora
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Exterior
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 8.8 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1286)
"Good location, the room was specious and clean. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Yana
The price is 3.138.417 ₫
3.607.336 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Arcade
The Rambler

The Rambler

The Rambler
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1991)
"Nice staff, good location"
United Kingdom
Joshua
The price is 2.085.257 ₫
2.412.526 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Rambler
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
8.3 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6051)
"Always an amazing stay"
United States
Jana
The price is 3.558.364 ₫
4.889.287 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
2 outdoor pools, open 6 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
4.0 star property
Marina District, 8.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1943)
"Great hotel"
United States
Farzana
The price is 4.186.311 ₫
6.238.459 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Gaslamp Quarter featuring a bar, night scenes and street scenes

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent, perfect location, modern and upgraded"
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Travellers to the Kensington neighbourhood in San Diego will be sure to enjoy their stay.
How many hotels are there in the Kensington area?
If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, choose from one of Expedia's 18 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Kensington.
What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?
A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include AMSD Concerts, Little Saigon and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. While you're out sightseeing, Urban Village Tennis Center and Aztec Tennis Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.