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Starling

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Diego

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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
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (3)

  • Self parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Studio

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Apartment | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Executive Apartment

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The price is CNY602
CNY691 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
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About the neighborhood

Map
7798 Starling Dr, San Diego, CA, 92123

What's nearby

  • Old Cactus Garden - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sharp Learning Resource Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Convoy District - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 23 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 46 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪K Sandwiches - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪California Burritos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Starling

  • When you stay at Starling, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Hotel Circle and Fashion Valley Mall. Also, Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 within 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 14.40 per night)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 12 and December 31.

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 14.40 per night

Policies

This property accepts mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Mobile payment options include: PayPal.

Also known as

Starling Hotel
Starling San Diego
Starling Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Starling currently open?

The property is closed between July 12 and December 31.

Are pets allowed at Starling?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Starling?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 14.40 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Starling?

You can check in starting at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Does Starling have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

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Reviews

Starling Reviews

6.8

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

5.8

Amenities

6.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Good price, comfortable conditions for staying for several days.
Maryna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and pleasant building in a convenient location. Room was very clean and newly refurbished, though spare. Fine by me! Great burritos and a nice 7-Eleven next door. Only caviat is that check-in is at a hotel a few miles away.
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Got to read the fine print when checking in! Having said that, granted it was rather unusual but the Gentleman at the Iris Inn was super polite and made the checking in process easy! And for the price, you can’t beat that! If I ever spend the evening in SD in the future, I definitely will be looking to return to Starling! Thank you for a tremendous stay!
Isaac, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

1 night stay

Great room for the price of the area. Clean and ac worked great. Only thing is that it had minimal towels and make sure to bring your own toiletries as the ones they provided was very small but worked for us.
Katherine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good place! Quiet and clean!
Cecilia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was great, I got two rooms both were clean and well maintained. The only issue is the shower door was alittle wobbly and felt like it was going to fall. Other then that very happy with stay.
Mirna, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Would be a 5/5 if the key didn't need to be picked up at a different hotel first. Had lots of great amenities and in a nice area.
Julissa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

I read the reviews after booking the stay and I was skeptical but it was better than I’ve could’ve imagine. The apartment was clean and cozy. It was perfect for two people. The only complaint I would have is the check in was at another location. There is a parking fee too.
Ariana, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The room was nice and clean and the area felt safe but there is a lack of service provided by the facility. Once you get your keys, you are on your own. They do no answer there phones. Dialed about 20 times and no one answered to confirm check out.
Jairo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean
Gabriel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are outstanding because you can actually live there. Refrigerator, 2 burner stove and a amazing bathroom. The security outstanding is because your the only one that can get in.
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Like the rooms everything was clean From parking to room Just didn’t like that you have to check in at another property
Oswaldo, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

No front lobby service. Had to drive 3 miles and come back to get a room key. Not convenient but it is clean and nice the hotel
Syed, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved this room, no complaints whatsoever other than having to get the key at another facility.
Leslie, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

There is no staff, no front desk. Our key stopped working and I was unable to get up to my floor. Luckily someone let me up and my girl was in the room to let me in. Otherwise, I don't know what I would do since there is no one there to help. The walls are very thin and you can hear all the other guest yelling. There are long term guests there and a sign saying that the building will soon be homeless housing. The room itself was nice, bed was uncomfortable, but the room was spacious.
Marc, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A nice spot. All the right touches

Nicely appointed private studio. Very clean and very welcoming and comfortable. Great minimalist design. You will check-in somewhere else so read the details before you drive to the actual destination. Don’t quite know how the tv channels worked. There was only one, also bring your own Keurig pods our ground coffee, an ice tray and an iron.
Ammon, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It’s alright.

The front desk of the hotel we had to pick up the key from was unclean, rude, & did not communicate with us hardly at all when asked questions. Room itself was cute and comfortable but barely had any towels or toilet paper, things expected and requested extra of. Would stay again with more communication with property & time to plan — But bring everything yourself as complimentary items are not provided at all.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Value but has some challenges

Made a reservation for 4. Was lacking linens for the pull out sofa bed and towels. The smell of the eco-friendly cleaning agent/bug repellent was strong. Having some size to the room and a separate bedroom from the rest of the apartment which has a small kitchenette was nice. We had an assigned parking space, but other people parked in it. Check in is off site in hotel circle, so if you are transportation limited, this might be a challenge. Directions for the unit appear geared for air bnb. The value proposition is pretty good, especially if you are doing things close to the apartment, like working/visiting sharp or rady's hospitals. Close to Convoy, University of San Diego, and very close to 163 freeway access
Edward, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Joanna, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Not bad for the price.

I was a bit skeptic to book this place due to the previous low reviews. (It’s not a scam) the place actually exsist. Turns out, it wasn’t so bad. The confusion is that there isn’t a main office, you’d have to check in at Hotel Iris to pick up your room key. (Remember to ask them for a parking permit, which is also free). The facility is nice and clean, a bit unusual because it operates similar to an AirBnB. I rated it a 4 out of 5, the bed squeaks really bad. I would definitely stay here again.
Bao, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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 .
Larry, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
dalya, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Decent for a Short Stay at a Budget Price

This place works if you’re looking for a basic, budget-friendly stay for a night or two. Pros: Easy and convenient parking Clean room and bathroom Good internet connection Very reasonable price ADA-compliant kitchen and bathroom setup Full kitchen with cookware and appliances Building and interiors look nice and modern Cons: The bed was squeaky and not the most comfortable Door had no insulation—you can hear regular conversation from the hallway Fridge was noisy during the night Shower only had a curtain, and water leaked easily onto the bathroom floor It’s not really a hotel in the traditional sense. Feels more like a student or long-term stay building. You check in by picking up a key from a nearby motel about 5 minutes away by car, and check out by simply leaving the key in the room and sending a text. There’s no front desk or room service. Overall, it’s okay for a short stay if you don’t need much beyond a clean space to sleep. Just be aware that privacy is limited and it’s not a full-service hotel.
Valko, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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
James, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good stay.. whiny Tennant

I liked how it was more like an apartment but if you need a new key or if there is a discrepancy with the parking you have to drive to hotel circle to pick anything up and yhe number you have to call no one ever answers.... But all in all it was a really nice experience. Only thing that left a bad taste in myouth was one of the tenants complained directly to me cause my motorcycle was too loud.... It was 4 in the afternoon, and I wasn't being rude like over revving my bike or trying to make noise... I get where he's coming from but he threatened me and told me that he would have me kicked out. Well I apologized even though I didn't think I was in the wrong., and your window is right by the motorcycle parking, he could of came at me a little more respectful.... But you can't really control what other tenants are going to say to you or treat you. But besides that it was a good stay.
Brett, 1-night trip