Kensington
Whangarei
Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
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
Northland Nest by Aotearoa Escapes
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Everything was good. Apart from hearing the TV from the room next door at 3am for an hour. Not the hotels fault, but frustrating.
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean room , good for a quick stop over , love the shower pressure good for washing my thick hair haha
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
Aaron Court Motel
Yes, off street parking was a bonus
Reviewed on 2026/1/5
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Clean,helpful staff,small but clean outdoor pool
Reviewed on 2026/1/5
Lodge Bordeaux
Nice room, great staff . . . just a short overnight stay, but I'll be back.
Reviewed on 2025/12/3
Other neighborhoods around Kensington
Regent
While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum 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.
Riverside
While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum 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 Whangarei Quarry Gardens.
Morningside
When in Morningside, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
