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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

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1. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (993 reviews)
"Beautiful spacious hotel. Very quiet and in a central location. Thanks for a fabulous large room with a gorgeous bath"
Australia
jennifer
The price is ₩169,637
₩195,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

2. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.7 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, lovely staff"
Australia
Anna
The price is ₩117,238
₩134,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

3. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (595 reviews)
"This is one of my favourite hotels in the country. Highly recommend staying here. I also recommend the Press Club to dine. Excellent food and great wine list."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is ₩149,333
₩171,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fable Dunedin
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

4. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 2.5 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (874 reviews)
"Easy checkin with friendly staff. Great parking. Awesome location. It is always our first choice if staying in Dunedin overnight."
Australia
Stacey
The price is ₩124,444
₩143,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

5. The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 2.2 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Second time staying here. Great location and overall comfortable stay."
Australia
Alice
The price is ₩130,336
₩149,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
A building entrance with a large arched doorway, a staircase, and a sign that reads "The Chamber."

6. The Chamberson

The Chamberson
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.9 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (417 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location."
Australia
Tim
The price is ₩120,665
₩138,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Chamberson
A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

7. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.8 km from Kensington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very clean"
Australia
Justine
The price is ₩201,157
₩231,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
A modern room with a large window overlooking a waterfront, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

8. The Thomas Gregg Apartments

The Thomas Gregg Apartments
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (72 reviews)
"Was an awesome stay amazing room and awesome location will stay again"
Australia
Designer
The price is ₩163,401
₩187,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Thomas Gregg Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

9. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 2.1 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location, the room was great and the included breakfast was fantastic. Definitely good value for money and a great place to stay."
Australia
Beti
The price is ₩130,339
₩149,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a doormat.

10. Dunedin Palms Motel

Dunedin Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"Quite a modern style motel which is well equipped, and located for easy walking to town for shopping and dining."
Australia
Gary
The price is ₩141,624
₩166,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Dunedin Palms Motel
A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.

11. Aurora On George

Aurora On George
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 3.3 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (444 reviews)
"Lovely garden, quiet, comfy bed, Handy location."
Australia
Tracey
The price is ₩122,610
₩141,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Aurora On George
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

12. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 1.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"great service, wonderful rooms, helpful and friendly staff"
Australia
Sigalo
The price is ₩104,139
₩119,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

13. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"They had free parking on the premises. A great bar and restaurant. Lovely gardens and staff were very helpful. Room was clean and tidy."
Australia
SUE
The price is ₩150,161
₩172,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
A modern interior with hanging ferns and a large potted plant.

14. Ebb-Dunedin

Ebb-Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 2.5 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Super stay, superb location"
Australia
Andrew
The price is ₩191,537
₩220,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Ebb-Dunedin
A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".

15. 555 Motel Dunedin

555 Motel Dunedin
3.0 star property
South Dunedin, 1.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (374 reviews)
"Our stay was good, we were only there one night."
Canada
Tammy
The price is ₩98,360
₩113,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
555 Motel Dunedin
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.

16. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 2.5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (827 reviews)
"Clean quiet great location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is ₩164,462
₩189,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hotel St Clair
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a breakfast setup including toast, juice, and a cup.

17. Bluestone On George

Bluestone On George
5.0 star property
North Dunedin, 3.1 km from Kensington
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great property."
Australia
David
The price is ₩179,667
₩206,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bluestone On George
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

18. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 2.1 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (448 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean and the staff were wonderful and very informative about the area.Great position..5 min walk to beach."
Australia
Eva
The price is ₩81,937
₩94,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Beach lodge motel
A modern two-story house with a car parked in the driveway.

19. 538 Great King Motel

538 Great King Motel
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 3.3 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (311 reviews)
"A nice triple room with parking, and was very quiet even though centrally located. Great value - highly recommend."
Australia
Jannette
The price is ₩104,926
₩120,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
538 Great King Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

20. Alexis Motor Lodge

Alexis Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 2.9 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (598 reviews)
"Parking was good Able to walk to hospital Close to cafes & restaurants "
Australia
Valda
The price is ₩126,147
₩145,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Alexis Motor Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Kensington

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
993 reviews
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A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.
Aurora On George
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
444 reviews
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A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
95 reviews
View
A modern two-story house with a car parked in the driveway.
538 Great King Motel
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
311 reviews
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Dunedin City Centre

Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Regent Theatre and The Octagon while you're in town.

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St. Clair

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

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North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

South Dunedin

Restaurants and waterfront are just a few things travelers like about South Dunedin. A stop by Edgar Centre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

You might appreciate the beaches and bars in Saint Kilda, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, St. Clair Beach and Speight's Brewery are just a few notable stops.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair

8/10 Good
"Great location by the sea. Bit noisy traffic wise during the day but quiet at night. Clean comfortable accommodation. Great having on-site parking."
Phil 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel St Clair

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Dunedin's Kensington neighborhood has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Kensington.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kensington?
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What is there to do in this Dunedin neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Kensington include Edgar Centre, Grand Casino, and Dunedin Chinese Garden. When you're sightseeing in Dunedin, Speight's Brewery and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum are also worth a stop.