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About this property
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 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dean
New Zealand“Great service, rooms large, well appointed & very clean. Good location” - Lucille New Zealand“Very friendly and helpful host. Upgraded room at no cost. Accepted request to extend booking for another night and discounted $5. Very appreciative of the service here.”
- Ken
United States“Nice, basic New Zealand-style motel studio. Friendly, hard-working staff. Clean, quiet, and comfortable.” - Allen New Zealand“Proximity to excellent Thai restaurant, compact ex parking”
- Glen New Zealand“Very impressed with the cleanliness. Couldn't fault the staff and their helpfulness.”
- Katherine New Zealand“Very friendly staff. Clean room. GREAT LOCATION. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. Living room has the big bed and aircon. Good water pressure in shower. Would recommend for a quick stop over.”
- Janita New Zealand“Location is close to suoermarkets, yummy places to dine and close to the city centre. Staff friendly and helpful. Clean and comfy beds.”
- Adams
Australia“In close proximity to Whangarei hospital as I had family there who I was visiting.” 
Robert New Zealand“Recently refurbished, very clean, nice bed. Great spot close to a number of restaurants' and shopping area. Easy access to town and main road connection a step away.”- Jana United States“Clean room. Kay was very friendly and kind. Our bed was comfortable and the appliances were all in good working order. The neighborhood was busy but our room was quiet. Easy drive to City Center. Found a wonderful little Cafe close by for...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
Welcome to stay with Kensington Motel. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation if anything we can help.
Please note-
1. Check in outside reception opening hours is not available.
2. The swimming pool closes permenantly due to reconstruction since 2024.
3. A $20 fee applies for electric vehicle charging.
4. A $50 fee applies for any unreasonable mess or untidiness in the unit.
5. A $20 fee applies for late check-out for 0.5 hours.
6. Excessive noise will not be tolerated and the quiet time is 9 PM-8 AM.
7. Guests' visitors are required to leave by 8 PM.
8. Each unit comes with "one" parking space and speed limit is 3.1 mi/hr in the property.
9. It's a smoke-free motel; guests may smoke only in designated areas.
10. Any disrespectful guests will not be accommodated as it will affect other guests.
11. Kensington Motel reserves the right to make accommodations decisions accordingly.
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.
Please inform Kensington Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
