Kensington Motel

Motel with free parking, near Mair Park

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Point of interest
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
85 Kamo Rd, Whangarei, Northland, 0112
  • Whangarei Quarry Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Town Basin Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Family Studio, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whangarei

Located in Kensington within a short walk of Mair Park, Kensington Motel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Whangarei Quarry Gardens. This 13-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Whangarei Quarry Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Town Basin Marina - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Whangarei Falls - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Butter Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Kensington Motel

Motel with free parking, near Mair Park
Free parking is available if you drive.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Kensington Motel Motel
Kensington Motel Whangarei
Kensington Motel Motel Whangarei

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Kensington Motel?

Kensington Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Kensington Motel?

As of Apr 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington Motel on May 10, 2025 start from $123.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Kensington Motel?

This motel is situated in Kensington within a short 14-minute walk of Mair Park. You'll also find Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Art Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kensington Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Kensington Motel have a casino?

No, Kensington Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kensington Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Kensington Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Kensington Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Kensington Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Kensington Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kensington Motel.

Does Kensington Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Kensington Motel?

The closest major airport to Kensington Motel is Whangarei (WRE), which is 5.7 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kensington Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kensington Motel.

Kensington Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

yasmeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob, Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value!

Clean and comfortable room. Great value. It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Achal

Very clean. Restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Annanda

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not the best stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wilfred

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was all i needed it to be Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma, Wellington

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was exceptionally clean (I’ve never seen stainless sparkle like this shower and sink!!) and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Walking distance to Lonestar, a pharmacy and Superette. The Z gas station across the road has great coffee (we are coffee snobs and avoid gas station coffee) for the morning. We stayed in a family room which had its own full kitchen including oven. Separate room with double bed and could easily fit two children with extra room for a pull out or portacot. Great room for families at a reasonable price, will definitely come back when in the area again ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug, Northland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Great sized unit, a little dated but extremely clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024