Kensington, CA
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Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
University of California, Berkeley
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
Find a school, a restaurant and a concert venue in this historic complex where Dylan, Green Day and B. B. King have played.
Berkeley Marina
A world-class playground complex, a labyrinth of nature trails and a solar calendar are among the highlights that make this stunning marina stand out.
Things to do
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flying Theater Adventure
Kensington Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Overall wonderful experience. Staff was great, room was great.. a little cold but housekeeping brought up an extra blanket and i was perfect. Outdoor fireplaces were lovely. Great location so close to pier 39.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Clean rooms, staff, excellent service
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The hotel was great and the staff were super helpful and friendly. We also
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Room was great
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Itai and Simon were very helpful throughout our stay. The room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel was very close to food and entertainment. We particularly enjoyed walking to Underdogs Cantina for dinner. Excellent stay!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Excellent staff. Clean and comfortable room. Nice restaurant and bar. Beautiful views!
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Kensington
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
Albany
The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.
North Berkeley
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
Central Berkeley
When in Central Berkeley, you can plan a visit to UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive 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.
Southwest Berkeley
If you're spending some time in Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake are top sights worth seeing.
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