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Kensington at Central

4.0 star property
Travelers can relax by the outdoor pool or venture to nearby attractions, then start their day with breakfast at one of three on-site restaurants.

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Property Vine - Kensington at Central offers an upscale retreat in the business district. Enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool or coffee at one of three restaurants. Free WiFi and newspapers are provided. Guests consistently praise its excellent condition.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Townsville, Kensington at Central is in the city center. Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Townsville Sports Reserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jezzine Barracks and Bush Garden Landcare Site. Maritime Museum of Townsville and ReefHQ are also worth visiting. With kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Townsville travel guide
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1-3 Kingsway Place, Townsville, QLD, 4810

What's nearby

  • Castle Hill
    Castle Hill
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
    Queensland Country Bank Stadium
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Strand Beach
    The Strand Beach
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
    Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Reid Park Street Circuit
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station
    13 min walk
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • A Touch of Salt
    13 min walk
  • Pedlar Project
    13 min walk
  • Cafe Spuntino
    14 min walk
  • Little Sunshine
    1 min walk
  • City Lane
    12 min walk

About this property

Kensington at Central

Upscale hotel in the business district
Kensington at Central provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.52 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [4 Kingsway Place]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 500.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.52 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Free WiFi in public areas has a 3-device limit

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kensington at Central have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kensington at Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kensington at Central?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kensington at Central?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Kensington at Central located?

Located in the heart of Townsville, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Castle Hill, Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, and National Trust Heritage Centre. Catholic Diocese of Townsville and Reid Park Street Circuit are also within 1 mi (2 km). Townsville Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Kensington at Central Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 857 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 857 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 857 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 857 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 857 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Melody

Liked: Staff & service
The location was great . The bed was the worst bed I have ever slept on avoid level 2 room 8 . It was as hard as a rock , perhaps reception could have mattress toppers on hand should you need it which would have made all the difference from a good stay to a great stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Room comfort
Great location and amenities. Room looked as though it had water leaks at some point. Carpet stained in patches and smelt musky. Everything else was very good and well appointed.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Crystalle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Furniture could be updated, bed was not comfortable & quite lumpy. found what looked like gecko poo behind kettle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and good service. Very clean too. Great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Amenities
Do not stay here, walked in and walked out again. Fan sounded like a cement mixer, stains on the carpet and coffee table that looked like it come from the tip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT STAY HERE!!!!!!!!! The bed is the size of the entire room. The carpet was stained and sticky. The aircon stank like it was full of mould. They turned off the hot water around 7am on a Monday. And they charge as much as a real hotel. Disgusting, overpriced and uncaring staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable easy quiet convenient with everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything u need but need some love

Apartment was quite roomy with a balcony, condition was average, bed was very hard.There was a washer drier but no airing rack forcing us to use drier.Full kitchen with everything u would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Family Support

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay spacious apartment very convenient location. Would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kate

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The carpets desperately need a shampoo. A few more drinking glasses would be useful. The microwave seems like a hazard with lots of exposed rust inside and there are no small sharp knives, just 3 really large serrated knives. Just could be better equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ville

Lovely place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Hayley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and dirty, not worth the money
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

ALAN

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s not clean mould in shower dirty dishes in dishwasher from previous clients
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

louise

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Terrible check in they said my card was declined not enough funds it had full funds locked my card out i had to contact the bank accomadation had already been paid. Bed was like cement shower leaked everywhere mould in shower 1 fork in the draw would recommend to stay there
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was told my booking was cancelled and that i had to go through the app
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Ed

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tired and grubby student accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property and room itself were clean. The ONE BIG ISSUE I had was the room I was in. It was on the Foyer level. Was very noisy from people coming in and out. ..then the staff very very noisy chatting in the hallway in the morning. And I had some sort of office that was connected to my apartment, with a door, it was locked but could hear EVERYTHING from that room, including swearing at times. Think its SO WRONG to have this connected in this way. NOT HAPPY AT ALL....
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place beautiful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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4/10 Poor

Sam

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner in bedroom blew hot air and the fan was making ticking noises. The apartment was not the cleanest. We got around 2 hours sleep and paid a lot to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and roomy

The room had a strange odour. The internet did not work had to ring for assistance. There was not hot water in the morning. Not a great stay , but room was comfortable and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were very obliging Problem with apartment but moved to another Needs maintenance repairs asap but other than that was comfortable and convenient and quiet which was perfect for a few big days. .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Great location, apartment perfect for our weekend stay. Will most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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4/10 Poor

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No hot water
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024