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Starling Bird Resort

3.5 star property
Hotel in Machakos with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Poolside bar
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Property entrance
Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Maanzoni Conservancy, Off Mombasa Road, Machakos, Machakos
  • Nairobi National Park
  • Machakos Golf Club
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Machakos University
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Machakos

Starling Bird Resort is located 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Machakos People's Park and 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Kenyatta Stadium. This 20-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Machakos Golf Club - 21 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Machakos University - 24 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Yaya Centre - 43 min drive - 34.8 miles
  • Thika Road Mall - 44 min drive - 36.5 miles
  • Giraffe Centre - 54 min drive - 41.8 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 48 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Bar & Restaurant, Kyumbi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Flame Flavours Machakos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Maanzoni - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Starling Bird Resort

Hotel in Machakos with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Starling Bird Resort enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space. This hotel also has a meeting room.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles, desks, and free toiletries are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • New Year's Day gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Day gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee
  • Valentine's Day gala dinner fee

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: noon—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner on December 25 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner on January 1 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner on February 14 is included in the total price shown.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Starling Bird Resort Hotel
Starling Bird Resort Machakos
Starling Bird Resort Hotel Machakos

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Starling Bird Resort?

Starling Bird Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Will I be able to park at Starling Bird Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Starling Bird Resort have a casino?

No, Starling Bird Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Starling Bird Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Starling Bird Resort good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Starling Bird Resort have a hot tub?

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

Does Starling Bird Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Starling Bird Resort serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Starling Bird Resort allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Starling Bird Resort.

Does Starling Bird Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Starling Bird Resort?

The closest major airport to Starling Bird Resort is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is 24.5 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is located 29.1 mi away (51-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Starling Bird Resort?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Starling Bird Resort.

Starling Bird Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travelers

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023