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Starling

2.0 star property
San Diego hotel in Birdland
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Superior Studio Suite
Basic Studio
Basic Studio
Superior Studio Suite
Executive Apartment | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb

Explore the area

Map
7798 Starling Dr, San Diego, CA, 92123
  • Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mission Valley Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • University of San Diego
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Studio Suite

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi

Basic Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Apartment

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

San Diego

At Starling you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from University of San Diego and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Convoy District. Highlights at this hotel include in-room kitchenettes, free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and a lift. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Birdland hotel include Hotel Circle and San Diego Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive
  • University of San Diego - 6 min drive
  • Snapdragon Stadium - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Hazard Center Station - 4 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪K Sandwiches - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Homestyle Hawaiian - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Starling

San Diego hotel in Birdland
Starling offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-out, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego hotel.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Starling offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Kitchenettes offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 14.40 per night)

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [625 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, 92108]
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 July and 31 December.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 14.40 per night
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts mobile payments and PayPal. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Starling Hotel
Starling San Diego
Starling Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Starling?

Yep, Starling has a self car park for USD 14.40 per night.

How much does it cost to stay at Starling?

As of 2 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starling on 3 Feb 2025 start from NZ$166.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Starling?

The closest beach to Starling is Mission Beach (9.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Starling?

No, Starling does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Starling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Starling?

No, pets are not allowed.

Starling Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 72 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I couldn’t believe how many complaints this place has over parking. Street parking is about 6 steps away from the building… plenty of parking space around. Very spacious room with kitchen. It smelled very clean and looked clean. Rest room was clean and they even provide shampoo, conditioner, hand wash and more. Would definitely be coming back and especially for the price! Can’t beat it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No parking without a paid permit, so you have to look for street parking. The stairwell is locked. There is no "private entrance" as the listing claims. The area is very noisy. The heating/cooling unit is also very loud, but it's not a steady sound so it doesn't work as white noise. The shower had not been cleaned. There was hair all over it. Overall a terrible place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patricia Joan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was probably the worst experience I have ever had! Wasn’t even able to stay there as my key once I got it didn’t work and I couldn’t get anyone to return my text or calls! I would NOT recommend this place to anyone. No one was on site and never was told I needed a parking pass nor received one horrible experience!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
We spent about an hour trying to figure out check in. The hotel was not in communication with us and sent no emails. We had to go to a different location to check in which was not on my ticket.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kendra, Verona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the unit itself. Must check-in at a hotel several miles away to pick up the key. Parking MUST be arranged prior to arrival, otherwise, only street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice property
Starling was strong in many areas. The housekeeper let his mouth play him out his tip though. I got no towel change either day but still 5 stars. Sat Sri Akal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

jose

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not found were to park my car one guy were I got the key he told to park on the street
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashanti

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

dalya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Check I. Is at another location, and you have to reserve at least 24 h in advance to get a paying parking spot. Netflix and Hulu apps didn’t work, and there’s no table lamp on the nightstand. They also give only one card to enter the room, even though we were a couple. Otherwise, the room, kitchen and bathroom were pretty clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sercan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a bit of a hassle to check in. You have to drive to a different location to get the keys. Would be more convenient if they had someone in site
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keyshawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chelsea

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This entire property booking is a scam. Majority of the reviews are the same. No one can access building or get ahold of anyone to access it.There should be a requirement to host a booking that you check in on site, or contactless check in with a door code. Name another bob or hotel short term stay that makes you go office to check in. AND NEVER ANSWERS THE PHONE. The customer service is awful and based on other reviews they gaslight all the issues to some point. They know what they are doing by requiring check in be at another location and its not in big bold letters. They scam people. don't answer their phone to get back to customers until the booking ends and deny a refund. Expedia should not allow them the platform to advertise this scammy booking. 0/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chelsey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was unresponsive, misleading, and rude when they did have to interact with a guest.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kate

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were black curly hairs covering our mattress and sheets. Other people’s old food and garbage was under the bed. Overall incredibly unclean. Horrible experience will not be returning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Armando

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No parking available in the property to accommodate all the guests, around the property no parking available to park on the street, to many apartments complex around, customer service terrible and you have to check in a different place 2 / e3 miles away from the property, really inconvenient when you are checking in late.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gozeno

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Economic Room
I wish that I was notified the parking space needs to be reserved, I had to parked my SUV in the public street. Clean room . First time in hotel need to throw out trash myself😅。love seat was broken hole in it. Great part of the room is kitchen was equipped and has a stove; I only stay one solo not have a chance to use it .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Attempted to pick up my keys at noon, but room wasn't available that early. Came back at 4:30 and got room key and parking pass, but when I walked into my room it still wasn't ready. Luckily, I found Emily, the maintenance guy, and a cleaning crew member on site. The whole suite was then cleaned, the mattress was flipped over, the bed was made with fresh linens, and the TV was rebooted. Convenient location, microwave & refrigerator worked fine, A/C was OK, and shower was good. Except for a terrible initial impression, this lodging met my expectations. Waterproof mattress covers should be required by the lodging industry.
Not what you hope to witness the first time you walk into your room booked through Hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its perfect for a 1 night stay. Didnt like the smell when i walked it but the aircon helped with that. They also let me check in early after speaking to the host.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dashanae

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The smell was horrible chairs and couch had multiple stains check in wasn’t until 4 so after a 7 1/2 hr flight I had to wait 5 more hours to rest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024