Title: Visit Kensington: 2026 Kensington, Great Neck Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Kensington](https://expedia.com/Kensington-Great-Neck-Hotels.0-n553248634998802395-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Great Neck](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Neck.d8036.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Great Neck](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Neck.d8036.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Kensington](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kensington.d553248634998802395.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kensington Vacations](https://expedia.com/Kensington.d553248634998802395.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Kensington, NY ## Great Neck ## Visit Kensington Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Great Neck Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Great-Neck.dx8036) --- ### Popular places to visit #### U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Walk around the campus at U.S. Merchant Marine Academy during your stay in Great Neck. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.com/US-Merchant-Marine-Academy-Kings-Point.d502102.Vacation-Attraction) #### Northwell Health Headquarters Though Northwell Health Headquarters might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of New Hyde Park while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Northwell-Health-Headquarters-Lake-Success.d624548752751013888.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kings Point Park Explore the great outdoors at Kings Point Park, a lovely green space in Great Neck. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Kings-Point-Park-Kings-Point.d553248621554185059.Vacation-Attraction) #### OCIO Northwell Health Though OCIO Northwell Health might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of New Hyde Park while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/OCIO-Northwell-Health-Lake-Success.d624554288182267904.Vacation-Attraction) #### NYU Langone Great Neck Medical Though NYU Langone Great Neck Medical might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Great Neck while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/NYU-Langone-Great-Neck-Medical-University-Gardens.d624554281888714752.Vacation-Attraction) #### Saddle Rock Grist Mill You can find out about the history of Saddle Rock with a stop at Saddle Rock Grist Mill. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Saddle-Rock-Grist-Mill-Great-Neck.d553248621554185057.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![NYC: Museum of the Moving Image Flexible Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48407316/9b88d530-3548-4fb3-a150-e0016daa3fc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### NYC: Museum of the Moving Image Flexible Ticket $22 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/nyc-museum-of-the-moving-image-flexible-ticket.a48407316.activity-details) ![Bronx Zoo Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2303368/e26ae9c8-3391-4c96-88e5-bfadeaba97af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bronx Zoo Admission Ticket $29 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bronx-zoo-admission-ticket.a2303368.activity-details) ![New York Islanders Ice Hockey Game at UBS Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588425/4fa79f9b-3bc3-45e5-9dc6-1122960da4f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New York Islanders Ice Hockey Game at UBS Arena $71 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/new-york-islanders-ice-hockey-game-at-ubs-arena.a47588425.activity-details) [See all activities in Great Neck](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Neck.d8036.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Kensington Hotel Deals ![Hyatt Grand Central New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23700/23677/6ae928dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Grand Central New York 109 East 42nd Street New York NY $226 nightly $263 total Apr 26 - Apr 27 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (6,595 reviews) Good location but no frills. No coffee or kettle in the room. Very small bathroom with shelf hanging over the sink that made it difficult to wash up. Charged $4/bag to hold them for a few hours after checkout. $15 credit at the market was a nice perk though. Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F26%2F2026&endDate=4%2F27%2F2026&selected=23677&PinnedHotelID=23677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998802395) ![Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/100/87/2bf1f7f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel 811 7th Ave New York NY $192 nightly $224 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ... 7.4/10 Good! (7,473 reviews) Staff were all very nice and helpful. The rooms were very poorly maintained and honestly more aligned with a two star hotel. Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=87&PinnedHotelID=87&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998802395) ![Hotel Edison Times Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6300/6260/df9c2f28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Edison Times Square 228 W 47th St New York NY $169 nightly $197 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=6260&PinnedHotelID=6260&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998802395) ![Hyatt Regency Times Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25000/24954/88c9244d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Times Square 1605 Broadway New York NY $239 nightly $278 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (839 reviews) Room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. I wish the room had a coffee maker or hotpot. Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=24954&PinnedHotelID=24954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998802395) ![DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3859100/3859014/11264473_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown 8 Stone St New York NY $115 nightly $136 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,605 reviews) Good. Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=3859014&PinnedHotelID=3859014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998802395) ![NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41009/cb62f2a4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS 481 Eighth Ave. New York NY $144 nightly $169 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (6,544 reviews) I had an absolutely terrible experience at The New Yorker Hotel. After my stay, I was hit with a $500 "smoking fee" despite the fact that I do not smoke and did not smoke in the room. This is a blatant cash grab and a complete lack of integrity on the hotel's part. When I tried to resolve this on-site, ... Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=41009&PinnedHotelID=41009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998802395) [See all 11,995 properties in Kensington](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F7%2F2026&endDate=4%2F8%2F2026®ionId=553248634998802395) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Explore historic structures, enjoy two parks, and easily access transportation via the Great Neck LIRR station. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Neck-Great-Neck-Plaza.dx6336543) ![drone image of Roslyn New York, Northern Blvd and Hempstead Bay with blue sky and puffy clouds.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998604790/60bebfde-2ba1-43c5-9fbf-d0bd08338518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Thomaston While there might not be top attractions in Thomaston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Americana Manhasset Mall and Kings Point Park. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Neck-Thomaston.dx553248634998604790) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Russell Gardens While Russell Gardens might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kings Point Park and Americana Manhasset Mall. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Neck-Russell-Gardens.dx553248634998769509) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Great Neck Estates If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Great Neck Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Kings Point Park and Americana Manhasset Mall. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Neck-Great-Neck-Estates.dx553248634998587351) ![Drone shot of Garden City along Cathedral Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998596550/28e9cf85-1849-4fb2-b815-934b724e407f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### University Gardens If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University Gardens and surrounding area, you can visit Kings Point Park and Americana Manhasset Mall. 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