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Starling

2.0 star property

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A modern kitchen with white countertops, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bed with yellow pillows.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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7798 Starling Dr, San Diego, CA, 92123
  • Place, Old Cactus Garden
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sharp Learning Resource Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Convoy District
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Studio

A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small plant, and a window with curtains.

Basic Studio

  • 329 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa with patterned cushions, a small table, and a bed with a window view.

Superior Studio Suite

  • 359 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Apartment

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a living room with a sofa, and a hallway leading to a bedroom.

Executive Apartment

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Birdland, Starling is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as University of San Diego and Hotel Circle. The 52 rooms at this hotel include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Old Cactus Garden - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sharp Learning Resource Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Convoy District - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles

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
  • ‪California Burritos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Starling

Starling features free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for USD 14.40 per night.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch Smart TVs. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.

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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

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
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 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 12 and December 31.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Fees

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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

What's there to see around Starling?

This hotel is situated in Birdland, close to Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego Zoo, and Mission Bay. You'll also find Balboa Park and Fashion Valley Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Starling?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 14.40 per night.

Does Starling include a casino?

No, Starling doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Starling?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Starling a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a kitchenette and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Starling?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Starling have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Starling doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Starling allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Starling.

Are there connecting rooms at Starling?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Starling?

The closest major airport to Starling is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 2.2 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 9.6 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Starling?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Starling that offer a balcony.

Starling Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 284 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Kourtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience definitely will be coming back !!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shekib

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks it’s so nice and good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jay

Nice quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maryna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price, comfortable conditions for staying for several days.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hari

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

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeramiee

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

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay! Thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice place to stay besides thw traveling for ur room keys. Updated rooms. Surprised they dont have a digital or phone access honestly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

rory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
NO CHECK IN at Hotel, you check in at a dirty old hotel far away, 6 miles away and Hard to get to...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mehnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Davon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice & quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Decent stay for the price

Met all basic needs for price I cannot complain.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place! Quiet and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern style studios
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really nice and I never felt unsafe in any way. The only inconvenience was the check-in situation, but it was told to me in advance, so I suppose one can't be too picky about that. :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mariya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Mattress was squeaky and super uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025