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Starling

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Diego

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi
Private kitchen
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi
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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
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Self parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Basic Studio

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Executive Apartment

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
7798 Starling Dr, San Diego, CA, 92123

What's nearby

  • Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Hotel Circle - 3 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Snapdragon Stadium - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • University of San Diego - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 7 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 21 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 23 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 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
  • ‪Homestyle Hawaiian - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Starling

Starling puts you a short five-minute drive from Hotel Circle and Fashion Valley Mall. Also, San Diego Zoo and Port of San Diego are within a short drive.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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 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
DONE

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 14.40 per night)
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/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 checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 July and 31 December.

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 12 July and 31 December.

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?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. 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 fridge and a microwave.

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Starling Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property would definitely stay here again!
Jeramiee, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

They have smart TV's, you'll need an account with something to watch TV. Remember to log out before you leave. Inserting the door card to get power everywhere was a unique thing.
Trevor, 1-night trip

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

8/10 Very good

Good enough

Pros: It was ok for the price. It was spacious. Cons: Missing trash can. Missing light bulb in the bedroom.
Joelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was nice & quiet.
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Decent stay for the price

Met all basic needs for price I cannot complain.
Robert, 1-night trip

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

2/10 Poor

Places run terribly everybody that lives at this apartment hates management. It does not have any amenities even a one star hotel would have the room wasn’t ready until after 4 PM. The key card is at another hotel 4 miles away. If you have to pick it up at 4 PM, you’re stuck in traffic to get to the next place not well fought out management doesn’t care and if you leave a second after checkout time, your car doesn’t work and you’re locked out of the building, not really sure how they even have a license because when I asked, they couldn’t provide it to me
mark, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I did see in the reviews you had to pick up the key somewhere else, so I got the address ahead of time which was ok. What i didnt like was parking was double booked. Someone was in my assigned spot and it took like 30 minutes to get ahold of someone and get a new spot. My stay was for 4 people and only two towels. The shower drain was full of hairs. No extra blankets for the pull out couch. The tv does not work so yeah we were bored before bedtime. The most sucky part is these bad comments have been stated and they do nothing to address it. Not staying here again.
Andrea, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Horrible
daniella, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

That was scary

Nobody ever acknowledged me, it was an apartment space and I didn’t know what to do. Thankfully the motel I had to find honored my reservation
Susan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

very average. nothing too notable. had all the standards so can’t complain.
Theresa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

To tired to wait, for the extra steps

You have to go to another motel to get the keys and wait nearly an hour to check in because the hotel agent at the desk is responding to a third party online and can't view your check-in automatically so you have to wait after a long trip; One is tired! But after that, the place is very pleasant.
Leticia, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Smelled moist vent in bathroom was gross needs a deep clean I found roaches on kitchen cabinets when I was packing up and tiding up
Cathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was just perfect
Sercan, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.
Kekoa, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Read the reviews

I should have read the reviews beforehand. Very inconvenient to check in 5 miles away, with no response to voice or text messages. This could be an acceptable place but the lack of bedding on the pull out couch combined with the paper thin discount bedding on the main bed made sleeping for more than one impossible. On the street parking isn't as bad as others state as there were a few places near juvenile hall- I vascilated between worrying about tickets or break ins. Luckily it only rained 2 nights while i was there. What a shame. With a responsive or caring manager, this apartment could complete with other motels in the area
brian, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Kicked me out for cooking food

It was a nice place overall the only thing that I did not agree with was our room had four smoke detectors... Well 2 smoke detectors and 2 carbon monoxide detectors... Which would constantly go off at the slightest amount of steam or smoke when I was cooking... It was so frustrating. Management and the maintenance guy... (Or at least that's what they said) Showed up to my door and kicked me out! No refund, no offer to move me and my fiançee to another room, no any other accommodation, nothing! Just get out, the cops have been called, thank you very much. So unfortunately this brought my stay to an abrupt end. I have yet to receive a refund of any sort. Everything else about the property is acceptable.
Brett, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I checked in to a dirty room. The room wasn’t serviced the room was disgusting.
Sabrina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!
Keyshawn, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

MOLD - NO PARKING - NO TISSUE 1 OUT OF 10 DINGY TOWELS HAIR EVERY WHERE RUST JUST GROSS NO CARPET NO PICTURES AFTER 3 HOURS OF NO PARKING SOMELEFT AT MID NIGHT I grabbed that spot CHECKED IN AND LEFT I COULD HANDLE HOW DIRTY THE UNIT WAS DIRTY MIRCOWAVE I HAVE VIDEO AND IMAGES
Roy, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Needs insulation

You could hear everyone in every room
Dustin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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William Rolando, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Avoid at all costs. Not a hotel. An apartment building where you have to get key 5 miles away at 4pm which puts you in dead stop San Diego traffic on any given weekday. If you check out one minute late, your key doesn’t work anymore and you cannot get your stuff or into the building the managers or the owner Victoria Fox runs it like a slumlord everybody that lives in the building hates management and says it’s wrong like a POS. There are no glasses. There are no amenities like cups coffee or anything you would expect even from a one star motel. My room wasn’t ready until after 4 PM even after sitting in traffic although the cleaning people are very nice the place is just run terrible. There was no cable while I was there and that seems pretty consistent on a normal basis with most of the tenants that live there. Parking situation was not properly explained and apparently I parked in another person spot and pissed that person off because it happens all the time because of management just really really unfortunate way to run a building. Yes it’s cheap but you’re paying for the cheapness.
mark, 1-night trip