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The Kensington

7.4
(2087 reviews)

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Standard Double Room

  • Max 2 Adults
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    These pleasantly refurbished rooms are en suite and equipped with all listed facilities (ironing boards available on request). All bed linen is hypoallergenic.

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    Standard Twin Room

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    These pleasantly refurbished rooms are en suite and equipped with all listed facilities (ironing boards available on request). All bed linen is hypoallergenic.

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    Standard Single Room

  • Max 1 Adult
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    These pleasantly refurbished rooms are en suite and equipped with all listed facilities (ironing boards available on request). All bed linen is hypoallergenic.

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    Superior Double Room

  • Max 2 Adults
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    With sea views, this modern room also has a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi access and a private bathroom.

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    Family Room

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    Modern en suite room that can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children up to 13 years.

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    Family Room

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    Modern en suite room that can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child up to 13 years.

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    Classic Double Room

  • Max 2 Adults
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    Either front or side-facing sea view, en suite with either bath or shower, flat-screen TV, complimentary beverage tray, use of car park and high speed Wi-Fi. Some rooms have a king-sized bed.

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    Single Room

  • Max 1 Adult
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    Features include a TV and an en suite bathroom.

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    Classic Twin Room

  • Max 2 Adults
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    Features include a TV and an en suite bathroom.

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    Superior Family Room

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    The family room features a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a hairdryer. The unit has 3 beds.

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    Standard Twin Room with Sea View

  • Max 2 Adults
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    The twin room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. This twin room features a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV and sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

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    All Facilities for The Kensington

    Category Facilities
    Activities Squash, Beach, Mini golf, Billiards, Fishing, Table tennis.
    Miscellaneous Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Non-smoking throughout.
    Bathroom Shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer.
    Room Amenities Heating, Wardrobe or closet, Carpeted.
    Food & Drink Kid meals, Restaurant, Tea/Coffee maker, Bar.
    Services WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services, Wireless Internet.
    Services & Extras Towels, Wake up service/Alarm clock, Linen, Alarm clock.
    Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV.
    Common areas Shared lounge/TV area.
    Reception services Luggage storage.
    General Pets allowed, Free parking, Parking, Parking on site.
    Physical distancing Cashless payment available.
    Entertainment and family services Karaoke.
    Pool and wellness Beachfront.
    Outdoor & View Sea view, View.

    Guest Ratings For This Property

    7.4
    Based on 2087 Reviews
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    Comfort

    7.53

    Cleanliness

    7.54

    Value For Money

    8.01

    Facilities

    7.39

    Reviewers Mention About The Kensington

    Guests praised The Kensington for its friendly staff, clean rooms, and delicious breakfast. Some rooms had issues with mold and maintenance, but others enjoyed beautiful sea views and a comfortable s (Read More)tay. The hotel is located near attractions and offers free parking. Guests found the hotel suitable for functions and appreciated the helpful staff. Overall, a recommended place for a pleasant stay, with a few areas needing improvement.

    Guest Reviews

    Steven
    young couple
    1.0
    Bad
    Stay away if you are expecting a quality Hotel, unless it gets cleaned Up.
    Nothing at all.
    The room was a dump, riddled with damp, carpets have not been cleaned for the last 10 years, tablets and used tissues under bed on our arrival. charged extra 8 per day for the extra cleaning, what a joke, never got vac up in the 4 nights we stayed. The Photo shows the bed made up after the cleaners etc had finished. Checked out 2 days earlier because of the state. We had asked if they could cater for Gluten Free and Lactose intolerant, only to get there and no Lactose free milk or Gluten Free cereals. OK if you want Bacon, beans etc. Wife ate nothing for 4 days. Never again. Place is more like a 1 at the best 2 star hotel. In a Nut shell the owners need to spend money on the whole building. We were in room 6.

    Published on 04 Jan 2024

    Lyndsey
    family with young children
    5.0
    Passable
    Passable
    Breakfast choice good & nice waiting staff
    Mould in room, stains on carpet. No bedside light, not enough tea, coffee, milk provided Room was cold.

    Published on 04 Jan 2024

    Cat
    family with young children
    9.0
    Superb
    A pleasure to stay in
    The staff as always were fantastic. They work well together as a team and make everyone feel welcome. This includes the manager, bar and waiting team. First rate customer service. Ample on site parking is a bonus as most other properties in town offer a permit which is for on the road and not guaranteed. The location is great as it's only a short walk from town and the views from the front of the building are stunning. My husband always enjoys the breakfast and praises the quality of the produce used.
    We would have liked to have a couple of glasses or plastic beakers in the bathroom for brushing our teeth or to use for bedtime water for medication. It wasn't convenient to keep using the coffee cups as we were then limited as to what beverage we could have. Unfortunately the shower pressure was very low and we had no hot water. We looked for an additional switch for an emersion heater but there wasn't one. My husband had to boil the kettle to shave. We appreciated the extra pillows but they should have had a pillowcase on, especially the ones that felt quilted/patterned. The duvet was very thin and there was no blanket so we were cold.

    Published on 03 Jan 2024

    Jenny
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Exceptional
    Very friendly staff. The food on new year's Eve was really good. Good atmosphere and entertainment.

    Published on 02 Jan 2024

    Amanda
    family with young children
    8.0
    Very good
    Very good
    The view was great as had seaview,
    Breakfast time had no marmalade or orange juice

    Published on 02 Jan 2024

    Michal
    young couple
    4.0
    Disappointing
    Luckily, only needed for one night
    Location of the hotel and pillows.
    It was dirty and not just a bit of dust. Spider webs were hanging around the room and in the bathroom. The carpet was grey around the bedside tables and bed from the layer of dust. The shower took around 15 minutes to warm up, and there was no pressure. Throughout the stay, we could hear a noise that was quite loud as it woke me up. However, it wasn't water or anything like this from our room to make it stop. Mattress was uncomfortable, soft, worn out in the middle, and you could feel the springs. Breakfast was included in the price, but we would have been better off getting it somewhere else as the sausage, fried bread (literally dripping with oil) and the bacon were not as premium as they say. The table was sticky and stained, and you could easily see the cobwebs around the restaurant.

    Published on 02 Jan 2024

    Sandra
    with friends
    8.0
    Very good
    Comfy bed , great breakfast, staff helpful and friendly.
    Dog friendly. Free parking.
    The shower although lovely and hot had no pressure to it.

    Published on 30 Dec 2023

    Kevin
    young couple
    9.0
    Superb
    Superb
    Great place to stay

    Published on 27 Dec 2023

    Virginija
    family with young children
    6.0
    Pleasant
    It's an average well worn hotel for an average to bargain price so nowt to complain about.
    Pleasant staff, great location (on sea front opposite Venetian Waterways gardens and easy walking distance of town centre and main promenade), nice breakfast
    As others have said the decor is dated and worn, but, to be fair, for the price paid, it's good value considering the excellent location.

    Published on 26 Dec 2023

    Ashley
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Exceptional
    Very friendly staff, Charlie was very welcoming. Amazing value for money as given many breakfast options. Wonderful location opposite the Venetian Gardens.
    Mattress a little uncomfortable. Water pressure in shower could be better.

    Published on 26 Dec 2023

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