Kensington Motel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

Discover rejuvenated and budget-friendly lodging in the heart of Whangarei, within easy reach of Kensington Stadium, Kensington Hospital, Whangarei Turf, and the scenic Mair Park walkway. Our recently renovated studios, 1-bedroom units, and 2-bedroom units provide excellent value for your money. Indulge in relaxation with a refreshing swim in our pool (open in October to March), stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi, and enjoy the convenience of nearby cafes and takeaway options, just a short stroll from the motel. A brief stroll takes you to the local supermarket, pharmacy, takeaways, restaurant, and post office. Ample on-site parking is available, with additional street parking for trucks and extra vehicles located in the back street behind the motel. We take pride in offering some of the most competitive rates in town, without compromising on the quality and cleanliness of our rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Whangarei, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Justine
New Zealand New Zealand
“Friendly and welcoming hosts. The unit was spotlessly clean. Well equipped with kitchen utensils etc. Even though it's near a busy road the unit was quiet. Comfortable beds. Within easy walking distance of a variety of eating places.”
Dean
New Zealand New Zealand
“All round great accommodation & service as usual.”
Dacosta
New Zealand New Zealand
“Was more than we expected! From the cleaning until how comfortable was we are more than happy . The staff really nice ! We definitely will be back soon and stay there again . I can recommend 100%. Close to downtown , supermarket , pharmacy , etc ....”
Temiringa
New Zealand New Zealand
“Everything went very smoothly. Staff member was very accomodating. Our stay was very comfortable and relaxing, I would have no hesitation in recommending the excellent service provided.”
Dean
New Zealand New Zealand
“High standard of service, clean & tidy, great location, quite.”
Ragnar
Germany Germany
“Everything was fine, just as advertised. Good beds, kitchen, etc.”
Nadia
New Zealand New Zealand
“The pool was close to our room so it was really good for the kids, beds were clean and comfortable and close to the nearest shops, the receptionist she was very kind lady honestly the best, il be back to stay again soon thanks for having us xxxx”
Dean
New Zealand New Zealand
“Convenient, clean, close to good range of food options, close to kensington hospital”
Mark
New Zealand New Zealand
“The Motel is an older Motel that has been nicely refurbished. My wife said she would definitely stay there again.”
Eddie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Convenient location for travelling around the area by car. Spacious room and good value for money”

Area info

Amenities of Kensington Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

House rules

Kensington Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

All requests for check-in outside of scheduled hours are subject to approval by the property and must be requested before arrival.

Please note that the swimming pool is open from October to March from 10:00 to 20:00.

Please note that an additional charge of NZD 20 per half an hour will apply for late check-out.

Quiet hours are between 21:00 and 08:00.

On-site parking is available for one car per reserved room.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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