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Starling

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Diego

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Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Executive Apartment | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Basic Studio | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Studio

Highlights

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

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Executive Apartment | 1 bedroom, 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 - 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

  • 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

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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 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 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

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 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sharp Memorial Hospital and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of San Diego. Convoy District and Fashion Valley Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Starling Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 151 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

I just did not like that I was not able to watch tv both room that I had tv connection was an issue need to get a better tv service otherwise everything thing else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10

Check in is not in same location as hotel? horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful property would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Its okey
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Property was nice & quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10

I expected a hotel and ended up with some kind of Airbnb without any explanation. We got "hotel" and no one was there. After spending an hour trying to figure out what was going on. We have to drive all the way to hotel circle to get a freaking key card to get in. They have you a list of chores to do before you leave like clean up, take out the trash, etc. if I wanted an Airbnb, I would have gotten an Airbnb.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Absolutely loved this room, no complaints whatsoever other than having to get the key at another facility.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10

This is not a hotel! It’s more like a Airbnb they shouldn’t be on Expedia. To drive to different location just to get a key to get inside it’s so inconvenient. That I even canceled n got a different hotel. They should put that in there bookings. Don’t reserve here it’s not a Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

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

2/10

Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

very average. nothing too notable. had all the standards so can’t complain.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

There was some gray substance in my room on the floor in front of toilet ... also could not get the tv to work... it came on but could not get any channels
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10

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

4/10

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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Everything was just perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

I checked in to a dirty room. The room wasn’t serviced the room was disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10

Had to pick up key at a different hotel in hotel circle about 3-4 miles away but that process was easy as we later at night with no traffic (that would be very frustrating in rush hour ) you Don’t have to take it back - so that’s a plus. StudioApartment was NOT the unit In pics. Misleading .We had unit 312. Similar but NOT. Interior of building/halls very dirty and smelled. Walls are not even walls. Paper tgin. The neighbors had the tv on all night at normal volume and we had the pleasure of listening to them and their movies word for word all night long as well as all conversations In A 30 foot radius/hall way. Since they never turned their tv off- we didn’t get much sleep. Not good when driving 8hrs next day. Our tv would not work . There’s no cable it’s a Smart tv- Had it worked properly we could have connected to one of our subscriptions and helped drowned out the sounds but the tv issue needs to be addressed . It wasn’t the cleanest, bathroom dirty and full of hair, looked to be dog hair on pull out sheet. Does have a nice little kitchenette. looked stocked with utensils and things. We let them know there was 3 of us at booking and not enough towels for even 2. We had ONE full sized towel for us 3 to share ……and one very very small pool type towel. No blankets/bedding for pull out and it was very uncomfortable. I had to go to my car to retrieve a blanket. It worked for the night but this really shouldn’t be on Expedia . Don’t be fooled by those pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10

You could hear everyone in every room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024