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Starling

2.0 star property
San Diego hotel in Birdland

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Superior Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi
Superior Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi
Basic Studio | Blackout drapes, free WiFi
Basic Studio | Blackout drapes, free WiFi
Executive Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Located near Hotel Circle, Starling provides a comfortable stay with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of self parking and an elevator.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 275
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

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Superior Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

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

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Studio

Highlights

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

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Executive Apartment | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Executive Apartment

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
7798 Starling Dr, San Diego, CA, 92123

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

Hotel near University of San Diego
Starling provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and an elevator
Room features
All 52 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Kitchenettes, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 14.40 per night)

Family friendly

  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Conveniences

  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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 age 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 July 12 and December 31.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

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

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

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

Optional extras

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

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 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

Property is also known as

Starling Hotel
Starling San Diego
Starling Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Starling pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Starling?

Self parking is available for USD 14.40 per night.

What time is check-in at Starling?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Starling?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Starling located?

Located in Birdland, this hotel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Convoy District and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of San Diego. Fashion Valley Mall is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Starling Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 78 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL. STAY AWAY FROM BOOKING. When I booked my stay, I booked a different hotel than where I end up staying. When I arrived to the original hotel I was told that I need to drive to another hotel to pick up the key. In my mind that didn't make sense, to go to another hotel 15 minutes away to pick up the key. When I arrived to check in at the Iris hotel. I was told that Starling hotel was not my hotel and blamed Expedia for showing that hotel's pictures instead of Iris hotel. Honestly I feel scammed to the highest level. Iris Hotel looks nothing like what I saw in the pictures. I can't even rate this stay due to being at a different hotel than what I booked. DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL. THIS IS A SCAM
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeramiee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

hari, Any city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kekoa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The whole room was filthy, hair on the bed and all over the floor. Shower was disgusting. White stains on couch. Worst place I’ve ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I checked in to a dirty room. The room wasn’t serviced the room was disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sercan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos you see on the profile are not what you get once you enter your room. Total deception. The room was dirty. Hair everywhere, on the toilet and in the bed. There was no bedding included, no towels, and no toilet paper. Would not even consider sleeping here even if the room was provided at no cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Innana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt like I'd won the lottery, and it was my lucky day! I had not seen anything be available here before. For the price, this value was unreal!!!!!!! I was afraid it was a scam, or that there would at least be a hidden fee, and i was wrong, it really was true! The only negative is there was no way to get more than one night- there is no last minute adjustments, but thats not really a negative its just in high demand! Ooh the having to pick up the key at a different hotel was something that should be mentioned first, i was completely thrown off by that lol!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amancay

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was an unfortunately negative experience due to the lack of communication once reserving the room. When we arrived to the property, there was no front desk and no way to get in to the building. Someone eventually opened the door stating they were the building manager and that they had been looking for my number (clearly provided in the reservation) because we needed to go to another location to pick up our key. She said she could let us in but we would need to go pick up a key if we wanted to leave the room and return later. It felt pretty worrisome to leave our things locked in a room we were unsure we would be able to return to. There was no offer for support or really any understanding of how concerning this was for us. We did end up going to the other location (which is not mentioned anywhere) and we were able to get to our room. Once in there, there were no towels to shower, only hand towels and a pack of condoms on the floor next to the bed, letting us know that the room was not likely well cleaned before our arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

valeria

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Alana

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was way smaller than advertised and there is no free parking, and no way to purchase a parking pass on site.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dominic

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No matter how many times I drove back and forth to the satellite office and hotel. My key card would not work. I ended up leaving and going to another hotel. But will not get a refund
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

jayakumar

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Business traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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