What is Kensington like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Timaru's Kensington neighborhood has to offer. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Be sure to check out Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Kensington?

Based on our traveler data, Coastal Ridge Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay in Kensington. This aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good options for your stay in the area include Cedar Lodge Motel and Asure Ashley Motor Lodge .

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Kensington.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kensington?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Kensington, head over to our customer service page .

What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Kensington with a visit to Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point. Otipua Wetland and South Canterbury Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Timaru.

Top Kensington Hotels from SAR 183

Discover 42 Kensington hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

"Good hotel at reasonable price"

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

"Very clean, comfortable and modern."

SAR 434 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

"This property was clean and comfortably for our overnight stay. A big bonus with this property is the free laundry on sight"

SAR 416 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family non-spa) | In-room safe, individually furnished, laptop workspace, soundproofing

"A very comfortable, roomy, clean stay with enough supplies to cook your own stovetop food. We loved relaxing on the balcony listening to birds in this quiet neighborhood an easy walk from downtown. Manager was very friendly."

SAR 393 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

"We had not planned to travel to Timaru, but needed the hospital services. This place was a last-minute booking that was perfect for us. Our family had been traveling in close quarters and this was great to have a little space to move around. Having a functional full kitchen, dining room, living room, and all the clear spaces for recycling and compost was very welcome. The person who checked us in was friendly and offered room options and a couple ideas of what to do in town. They were flexible...

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

"It’s a grand old hotel with lovely ceilings in the foyer in particular. The receptionists are very pleasant and welcoming. I was in a very nicely refurbished room on the second floor. Very comfortable and clean, and a really good shower with very good water pressure. I slept well, and enjoyed being close to cafes and the railway station. All in all a really nice place to stay. It will be my first choice next time I travel to Timaru. "

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Mar - 10 Mar

"Check-in was quick, and friendly. Room was clean and well equipped. Would stay again."

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Mar - 22 Mar

One Bedroom Unit | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Great accommodation, everything you need."

SAR 506 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

"What a lovely surprise to find this property. It was perfect for us, ground floor, comfortable bed, great facilities and a very helpful reception. Recommend it highly, thank you."

SAR 407 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Mar - 18 Mar

Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

" friendly service "

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Mar - 29 Mar

Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

"Dog friendly, had a unit beside a grassed area for toileting our boy. Unfortunately front unit on the main highway so traffic noise very loud even though the windows were double glazed. Very nice hosts, Donna couldn't have been more helpful."

SAR 335 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

"needs abit of up dating"

SAR 210 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Mar - 25 Mar

"Beautiful property. Good and adequate amenities. Very comfortable except for drainage in the shower. Feel as though you’re wading in water because of slow drainage. "

SAR 327 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Mar - 18 Mar

"Very friendly check-in. The lady at reception was very nice and helpful with our questions being our first visit to Timaru. Walked to the lighthouse then to the penguins. Returned late at night and had an awesome sleep in a very comfortable warm bed. The room is not fancy but perfect for the price and you just need somewhere to sleep. "

SAR 248 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr