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2 restaurants, breakfast served
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney
5.0 star property
The Rocks, 5.5 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2434)
"The room was clean and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Aysegul
The price is 4.605.100 ₫
5.065.610 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Sydney
4 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge, pub
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney
5.0 star property
Darling Harbour, 4.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1851)
"Location was perfect. "
Australia
Alan
The price is 4.063.841 ₫
4.470.225 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hyatt Regency Sydney
2 bars/lounges
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 4.9 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (131)
"Lovely hotel! Very central beautiful entrance "
Australia
Anisha
The price is 5.453.125 ₫
5.998.438 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Exterior
Caption By Hyatt Central Sydney

Caption By Hyatt Central Sydney

Caption By Hyatt Central Sydney
3.0 star property
Haymarket, 3.6 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34)
"Great stay."
Australia
Julie
The price is 3.118.036 ₫
3.429.840 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Caption By Hyatt Central Sydney
2 bars/lounges, gastropub
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 5.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1218)
"great place to stay"
United States
Glady
The price is 4.780.989 ₫
5.259.088 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
Meeting facility
Ace Hotel Sydney

Ace Hotel Sydney

Ace Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 3.5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (783)
"Clean and quiet room and friendly hotel staff "
United States
Arvind
The price is 4.865.701 ₫
5.352.271 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Ace Hotel Sydney
Lobby
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 4.8 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2679)
"Friendly staff, the excellent location of the hotel and how well they have maintained this I Vintage building"
Canada
Chun N
The price is 5.276.677 ₫
5.804.345 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Front of property
Mercure Sydney

Mercure Sydney

Mercure Sydney
4.5 star property
3.4 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1234)
"We had a great stay, accommodating staff and a general feel good all around"
Australia
Jeannie Ann
The price is 3.118.036 ₫
3.429.840 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Mercure Sydney
Harbourview King Suite | View from room
View Sydney

View Sydney

View Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 7.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1235)
"Great stay"
United States
Helen
The price is 3.949.513 ₫
4.344.464 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
View Sydney
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Mascot, 4.2 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1567)
"Great hotel, great location and breakfast and lounge"
Canada
Wayne
The price is 3.022.097 ₫
3.324.307 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Front of property – evening/night
Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1693)
"Staff, clean room, amenities and the location!"
United States
Cuong
The price is 4.796.979 ₫
5.276.677 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Paradox Sydney
Miscellaneous
ibis Styles Sydney Central

ibis Styles Sydney Central

ibis Styles Sydney Central
3.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 3.6 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Nice hotel, good location. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is 2.286.560 ₫
2.515.216 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
ibis Styles Sydney Central
Lobby
Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Great Southern Hotel Sydney

Great Southern Hotel Sydney
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2081)
"Very clean and comfortable room so close to the station and lots of restaurants or food available at hotel would highly recommend this hotel if you need to be near the station "
Australia
pam
The price is 1.918.792 ₫
2.110.671 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Great Southern Hotel Sydney
Bar (on property)
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
4.5 star property
Darling Harbour, 4.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1666)
"Excellent stay, great location. "
United States
Hannah
The price is 3.869.562 ₫
4.256.518 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
Lounge
Little National Hotel Sydney

Little National Hotel Sydney

Little National Hotel Sydney
4.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 5.1 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1045)
"Staff was extremely helpful, great location and very clean! "
United States
Clinton
The price is 4.015.071 ₫
4.416.578 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Little National Hotel Sydney
Lobby lounge
Moxy Sydney Airport

Moxy Sydney Airport

Moxy Sydney Airport
4.0 star property
Mascot, 4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1137)
"Enjoyed the hotel stay and the hotel had a great vibe"
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is 2.545.597 ₫
2.800.157 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Moxy Sydney Airport
Urban Sweet Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hotel Urban St Leonards

Hotel Urban St Leonards

Hotel Urban St Leonards
4.0 star property
10.1 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great staff and clean comfortable rooms "
Australia
Robert
The price is 3.295.524 ₫
3.625.076 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Hotel Urban St Leonards
Breakfast area
Vibe Hotel North Sydney

Vibe Hotel North Sydney

Vibe Hotel North Sydney
4.0 star property
North Sydney, 8 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Clean room, friendly staff and quiet hotel. All round good place to stay. Close to lots of dining options and safe "
Australia
Tom
The price is 3.095.491 ₫
3.405.040 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Vibe Hotel North Sydney
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney

The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney

The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney
5.0 star property
Pyrmont, 5.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1300)
"Great stay!!"
Australia
Lin
The price is 4.349.213 ₫
4.784.187 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Star Grand Hotel and Residences Sydney
Exterior
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
5.0 star property
Sydney Central Business District, 4.3 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Very nice stay there"
United States
AHMAD
The price is 5.100.787 ₫
5.610.866 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

Sydney Central Business District

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour showing city views, a city and night scenes

Darling Harbour

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Bondi Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

Bondi Beach

Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Icebergs.

Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach

Manly

A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Beach and Manly Wharf.

Parramatta showing a city and general coastal views
Photo by Parramatta City Council
Open Photo by Parramatta City Council

Parramatta

Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and CommBank Stadium while you're in town.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Paradox Sydney

Paradox Sydney

10/10 Excellent
"Good facility, good staff, good location and comfortable stay"
DOUGLAS 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Paradox Sydney

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Kensington is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its university setting and beaches. Consider a visit to Royal Randwick Racecourse as part of your Kensington travel plans.
How many hotels are there in Kensington?
If you're searching for places to stay in Sydney, choose from one of Expedia's 11 hotels and other accommodation options in Kensington.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Kensington.
What is there to do around this Sydney neighbourhood?
Royal Randwick Racecourse is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Kensington. While you're out sightseeing in Sydney, make sure that you visit other sights such as Supa Centa Moore Park or Moore Park Golf Course.