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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
Northwest Berkeley, 4.6 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast in the morning is great."
United States
Vena
The price is ₩213,480
₩245,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 4.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,384 reviews)
"The front desk staff members are truly amazing and so very helpful. What a wonderful place to stay!"
United States
Jody
The price is ₩229,311
₩264,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 5.5 km from Kensington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,175 reviews)
"The view of the bay was spectacular, and the boathouse restaurant was excellent!!"
United States
Brenda
The price is ₩187,809
₩216,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and sofa.

4. Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"I’d stay there again."
United States
Sandy
The price is ₩114,318
₩125,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Mira Vista
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

5. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,719 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Richard
The price is ₩149,923
₩231,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
8 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,437 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was very nice and helpful"
United States
Elianna
The price is ₩202,806
₩227,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Exterior

7. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,058 reviews)
"Good location and nice hotel."
United States
Riitta
The price is ₩229,491
₩257,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

8. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
18.3 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,414 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is ₩181,035
₩213,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

9. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Nice size room. Great location!"
United States
Jennie
The price is ₩179,694
₩274,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at sunset.

10. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
18 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,701 reviews)
"Really great area to stay!"
United States
Janet
The price is ₩185,717
₩218,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

11. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,309 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay, very good location and very well maintained hotel"
United States
Julio
The price is ₩226,629
₩320,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

12. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,544 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Sina
The price is ₩265,516
₩373,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

13. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
17.9 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,129 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Isaac
The price is ₩239,270
₩343,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

14. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,800 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great facilities."
United States
Tamy
The price is ₩186,795
₩224,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

15. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,515 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
eric
The price is ₩159,847
₩188,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

16. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
4.0 star property
16.7 km from Kensington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,649 reviews)
"perfect location, friendly staff, great rooms and price, safe"
United States
Allyson
The price is ₩182,483
₩279,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

17. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (977 reviews)
"Great for a one night stay in between flights!"
United States
Isaac
The price is ₩187,968
₩221,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel 32One
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

18. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,730 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and great value for the cost."
United States
Diane
The price is ₩164,380
₩193,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

19. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
17.2 km from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,052 reviews)
"Awesome property great location"
United States
Joseph
The price is ₩189,631
₩278,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Galleria Park Hotel
A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

20. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
18 km from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,805 reviews)
"The breakfast was good and the hotel was clean."
United States
Dusan
The price is ₩211,234
₩248,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A street scene with a prominent building featuring a large marquee sign reading "OAKLAND."

Downtown Oakland

Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.

The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, located at the corner of a street with a traffic light and pedestrians nearby.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are a few top sights nearby.

A harbor with a large ship, a marina, and a cityscape in the background.

West Oakland

Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.

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Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Loved everything!"
Sharlyn 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington like?
Kensington is a neighborhood that travelers like for its shopping, restaurants, and parks. Are you looking for Kensington travel tips? Be sure to check out Tilden Regional Park and Blake Garden while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels will I find in Kensington?
With 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Kensington to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Berkeley area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Kensington.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kensington?
To access more information about updating your trip to Kensington or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Kensington?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Kensington with a visit to Tilden Regional Park and Blake Garden. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Tilden Nature Area or Upper Labyrinth.