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8.8 / 10 Guest Rating

Kensington Motel

85 Kamo Road, Kensington, Whangarei, nz

Kensington Motel - main view

About the Property

Renovated Accommodations
Our recently renovated studios, 1-bedroom units, and 2-bedroom units offer excellent value for your money, ensuring a comfortable stay during your visit to Whangarei.

Convenient Amenities
Immerse yourself in relaxation at our swimming pool area, stay connected with FREE WIFI, and enjoy the convenience of local cafes and takeaway options just steps away from the motel.

Ideal Location
Located in the heart of Whangarei, our property is within easy reach of popular attractions such as Kensington Stadium, Kensington Hospital, Whangarei Turf, and the scenic Mair Park walkway.

Book your stay now and experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability at our hotel in Whangarei!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

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. Swimming pool: Closed from Wed, Apr 1, 2026 until Wed, Sep 30, 2026 A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.8
Excellent1152 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the clean facilities.

Categories

Cleanliness8.9
Service9.2
Location9.0
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.5
Value for Money8.9
Food and Beverage8.7
Overall Experience8.7

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ChristinenzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 27, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

Nearby shops to walk to because weather was terrible

Strange kitchen sink configuration (very high) and no bench space at all

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KakanzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 23, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Proximity to work

N/a

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RoynzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Very Nice"

9.0

Very clean and comfortable, excellent location for our needs. Friendly staff.

N/A

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AndersonnzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

The staff are very lovely very kind and inviting people. Rooms are very clean and handy location. You can tell they take great care of their facilities and are very passionate.

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NowellnzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"Awesome stay for the event we were attending"

10.0

The bed was comfortable and local to shops

The narrow bathroom

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ChrisnzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 2, 2026

"Would definitely stay here again."

10.0

Clean and tidy. Great location very hospitable staff. Easy to book and quick check in

Pillows on te bed too hard but swapped them for too softer ones in the cupboard. I always travel with my own pillow anyway so it wasn’t a major issue. We couldn’t get the TV to work. Seems like the remote control. It’s been unhelpful but didn’t really matter. We just watched YouTube on the iPad. All good.

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MohammednzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2026

"Awesome"

8.0

Very comfortable as i had a disable person.

No Heat pump was inside the room

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RobynnzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 30, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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ErikaauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 29, 2026

"A perfect place to stay, for those who have family needing to stay at Kensington or Southern Cross Hospitals. Such a con"

9.0

Location - so close to Kensington Hospital, restaurants, good coffee, and gym just across the road. Quiet. Clean and very comfortable. Spacious, with ample of everything in the kitchen. Beautiful shower pressure.

A dated building, but very well maintained. Everything was great.

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Chien-EntwTW
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 29, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

The staff provided excellent service. We checked in after the official check-in time, and they gave us very clear instructions. The room was extremely clean and quiet, with strict policies against noise.

The only minor issue was that the water pressure in the shower was a bit weak.

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