Kensington
Whangarei
Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Whangarei Quarry Gardens, a lovely green space in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Town Basin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Whangarei with a trip to Town Basin Marina. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Claphams National Clock Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Claphams National Clock Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Reyburn House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Reyburn House in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Botanica & Cafler Park
You can find out about the history of Whangarei with a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Kensington Hotel Deals
Kensington Motel
"In room cook top, microwave and fully equipped kitchen. Very clean rooms. Serviced daily if thats what you want. Handy to a variety of restaurants and takeaway places. Awesome staff. This is our third time staying here."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Cabin in Bush Setting, Central Whangārei + Netflix
"Friendly staff very tidy cabin where i was staying , kitchen had everything including bbq outside. Great setting.Communication was timely."
Reviewed on 5 March 2026
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
"Was a bit noisy with people above us and kids running up and down hallway banging on doors at 7am"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
"Great location, Great vibe away from Auckland and very friendly and helpful staff. Amazing experience!"
Reviewed on 27 April 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
"Only stayed one night, as hotel close to the city. Older style place and needs some TLC, but clean, comfortable, shower was not powerful. Very good parking. Nice greeting on arrival."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
"All good"
Reviewed on 26 April 2026
Other neighborhoods around Kensington
Regent
While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls.
Avenues
While visiting Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.
Riverside
While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Hundertwasser Art Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whangarei Central
If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing.
Tikipunga
While there might not be top attractions in Tikipunga, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Falls and A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park.
