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

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
$93 nightly
The price is $107
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Executive Studio | View from room
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
$100 nightly
The price is $116
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
$91 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Lodge Motel
Deluxe Studio Spa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Parkside, 0.5 mi from Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262)
"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."
Australia
Anthony
$91 nightly
The price is $105
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.8 mi from Kensington
7.0 out of 10, Good, (100)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
$49 nightly
The price is $57
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
Aaron Court Motel
Premier Suite, Courtyard View | In-room dining
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.9 mi from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
$75 nightly
The price is $87
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Fort. Timaru
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.7 mi from Kensington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (164)
"A great spot for a stop over on the way home. "
Australia
Ange
$75 nightly
The price is $86
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Accessible Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.7 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (116)
"Great location!"
Australia
Kirsty
$107 nightly
The price is $124
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.1 mi from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (808)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
$73 nightly
The price is $85
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Grosvenor
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 2 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (249)
"The room was clean, very roomy, and a good price."
Canada
Sandra
$74 nightly
The price is $86
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
One Bedroom Unit | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.5 mi from Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
$108 nightly
The price is $125
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Garden
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.8 mi from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (196)
"Its dog friendly which is fantastic and super handy to where i was working "
New Zealand
yvonne
$59 nightly
The price is $69
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
Anchor Motel
WiFi, wheelchair access
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.8 mi from Kensington
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (157)
"We stayed for one night. The owner was really pleasant & helpful with Laundry room. Very clean and comfortable. Good seats for relaxing. "
Australia
Barrie
$81 nightly
The price is $93
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Dolphin Motel
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel

3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.7 mi from Kensington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
$75 nightly
The price is $87
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Coast Motel
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2.2 mi from Kensington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (289)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
$78 nightly
The price is $91
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
Ashbury Park Motel
Garden
Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel

4.0 star property
12.1 mi from Kensington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"The place to stay in temuka"
Australia
Steve
$87 nightly
The price is $101
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Phoenix Motel
Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

3.5 star property
Washdyke, 4 mi from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (67)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
Australia
Fleur
$88 nightly
The price is $102
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Northpark Motel
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Spa Unit) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 star property
Parkside, 0.4 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (545)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
$81 nightly
The price is $95
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Aspen on King Motel
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.6 mi from Kensington
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (66)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
$99 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Bay City Motor Lodge
Studio | Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.4 mi from Kensington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (116)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
$104 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Panorama Motor Lodge
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

Timaru Central

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

Waimataitai

If you're spending some time in Waimataitai, Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Janet 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Aaron Court Motel

Frequently asked questions

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?
Expedia customers rank Cedar Lodge Motel the highest for a stay in Kensington. Another favorite option in the neighborhood is 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.

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