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Kensington Park Hotel
3 stars

Kensington Park Hotel

450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States
San Francisco, CA
See location+1 415 788 6400
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$105
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8.5
Very good
based on 2268 reviews
2,268 reviews
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Overview

Moments from Union Square Plaza in San Francisco, Kensington Park Hotel - A Personality Hotel provides charming accommodation close to shops and eateries. It is also conveniently located within a 10-minute walk of Powell Street Station.

A variety of premium services are available for guests of Kensington Park Hotel - A Personality Hotel, such as valet parking, a concierge and a 24-hour business centre. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

The contemporary rooms at the hotel have a coffee maker and all the necessities for a comfortable stay. Each features a flat-screen TV with satellite / cable channels, as well as a private en suite.

The hotel's in-house restaurant, The Farallon, is a popular place to enjoy a meal. Room service is also offered during certain times.

Kensington Park Hotel - A Personality Hotel is surrounded by the area's well-known sightseeing attractions, including San Francisco Cable Car System, Transamerica Pyramid and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, which are a short walk away. 555 Mission Street and Moscone Center are a brief stroll away.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 2,268 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Kensington Park Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Valet parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

General

  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Kensington Park Hotel

8.5
Very good
2268 verified ratings
Wonderful
1009
Very good
610
Good
380
Okay
122
Fair
77
Mediocre
27
Poor
43

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location near Union Square and the comfort of the beds, often mentioning the warm and welcoming staff. However, several reviews highlighted issues with service, room size, and cleanliness, indicating that improvements are needed in these areas. Overall, while the hotel offers great value for its location, guests expressed dissatisfaction with certain aspects of their stay.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort9 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2025
We had a very nice time for my husbands birthday.
10
Wonderful
Robert, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Wildly comfy beds Nice and quirky interior design and architecture Sherry service is great touch
7.4
Good
Anonymous, May 2017
Cons (-) Could use an upgraded shower and some breakfast
8.5
Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) The hotel is half a block from Union Square, with lots of food and shopping near by. We were even able to walk to the MOMA and Yerba Buena Gardens. The room was small but had everything we needed. Beds were pretty comfy and everything was clean. Only complaint is that the walls are fairly thin, so you can hear hallway noise pretty clearly.
2.0
Poor
Dan, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Concierge was nice and gracious, though I got moved to a crummy sister hotel and didn't realize I was accepting this change AT THE FULL PRICE I PAID.
Cons (-) Hotel lost my reservation and my options were cancel and get a refund, but then be forced to book a new stay during a busy weekend in SF, or get moved to a disgusting hovel nearby. When I asked for a discount, the hotel wouldn't relent because I "accepted" the move. The other hotel was disgusting. Kayak was ZERO help. Kayak pushes their hotel search even ahead of their airlines, but when I talked ...
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8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) Hotel staff was extremely helpful and nice and provided excellent service. Centrally located, it was perfect for attending a conference at the Moscone center.
Cons (-) Price is high, but it is centrally located in San Francisco, shower head would not allow adjustment, ceiling fan did not come on

Location

450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square184 yd
  • Museum of Modern Art0.5 mi
  • Moscone Center0.6 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid0.6 mi
  • Downtown San Francisco0.7 mi
  • Civic Center Plaza0.8 mi
  • San Francisco City Hall0.9 mi
  • Embarcadero0.9 mi
  • Ferry Building1 mi
  • Lombard Street1.1 mi
  • San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge1.2 mi
  • Oracle Park1.3 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Kensington Park Hotel

Low season

December

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$234

Average price (weekend night)

$198
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 156% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Kensington Park Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Kensington Park Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Kensington Park Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Kensington Park Hotel, plan to stay on a Monday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Kensington Park Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $143, while the most expensive was $214.
  • How long should you stay at Kensington Park Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Kensington Park Hotel

  • Where is Kensington Park Hotel located?

    Kensington Park Hotel is located at 450 Post Street in Union Square Area, 0.2 miles from the center of San Francisco. Union Square is the closest landmark to Kensington Park Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Kensington Park Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Kensington Park Hotel.

  • Does Kensington Park Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Kensington Park Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Kensington Park Hotel from the airport?

    Kensington Park Hotel is 11.4 miles from San Francisco. Kensington Park Hotel is 11.5 miles from Oakland.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Kensington Park Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Kensington Park Hotel in San Francisco and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Kensington Park Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Kensington Park Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.3

Distance to city center

0.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Oakland

Distance to airport

11.7 mi