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Starling

2.0 star property
Hotel near University of San Diego in San Diego

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

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, Cabrillo Medical Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sharp Memorial Hospital
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Convoy District
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Studio

  • 329 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

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

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Executive Apartment | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Executive Apartment

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

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Birdland stay.Your stay at this Birdland hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Sharp Memorial Hospital and Convoy District. University of San Diego and Fashion Valley Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Knollwood Buildng - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sharp Memorial Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Convoy District - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kearny Mesa Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 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

Hotel near University of San Diego in San Diego
Starling offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-out, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego hotel.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Starling offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

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)

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts mobile payments and PayPal. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Starling Hotel
Starling San Diego
Starling Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Starling to the airport?

Starling is 2.2 mi (10-min drive) away from the San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Starling have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Starling.

How close is Starling to the beach?

This hotel is 9.1 mi (20-min drive) from Mission Beach and 8.7 mi (19-min drive) from Mission and Pacific Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Starling offer free breakfast?

Starling does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Starling?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Starling?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Starling?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 14.40 per night.

Does Starling have a pool?

Starling does not have a pool.

Does Starling have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Starling to downtown San Diego?

Starling is 5.4 mi away from San Diego.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Isacar

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elliott

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Reginald

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Nice quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohamed

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Dalila

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
never got the check in email thst gave instructions on picking up the key at hotel Iris. When I arrived at Starling Place my assigned parking space was occupied. However, When i did get down to hotel Iris the guy had mu key s and everything ready to go and just had to check my ID. I called about the parkong and within minutes we had a new spot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kourtney

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

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Timo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Had to get the key from another location => delayed checkin by 1h when it was already late and had to drive around the city. Got assigned a parking spot that was already occupied. No phone support outside business hours!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Diego

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesica

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
yes-only one light worked and was in the bathroom-noa/c or heating-no onsite manager to give the key-Dust and straw under the bed very noisy-thin walls.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Naho

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking spaces are TINY for a small SUV so bring a bigger one and use two. Odd people & residents smoking weed in hallways and out front at all hours, despite it being a non smoking property? Wish I would have brought mine... Walls are paper thin, but when my tv stopped working I could hear the neighbors shows crystal clear anyway so no matter. Shower glass doors aren’t secure and bang together so don’t let it scare you too bad. Toilet held up w 2x4’s under the bowl was a thoughtful touch, no one wants to leave a lumpy mattress and worn out sheets to fall off the John. Cheap! If you stay you almost get what you pay for. AC worked but is super LOUD so it is inconvenient if you are trying to hear the neighbor’s tv.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Naho

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room has WiFi…but the smart tv thinks it’s smarter than the router and the unsecured connection. Kitchenette has fridge, dishes, hot plate - BYO pans, dish soap - BYO sponge. In an emergency you don’t need to go 4 miles to another hotel and report it to the front desk, you just text the cell phone number on the photocopy they give you when you check in at the 4mi away motel. Parking spaces are TINY for a small SUV so bring a bigger one and use two. Odd people & residents smoking weed in hallways and out front at all hours, despite it being a non smoking property? Wish I would have brought mine... Walls are paper thin, but when my tv stopped working I could hear the neighbors shows crystal clear anyway so no matter. Shower glass doors aren’t secure and bang together so don’t let it scare you too bad. Toilet held up w 2x4’s under the bowl was a thoughtful touch, no one wants to leave a lumpy mattress and worn out sheets to fall off the John. Cheap! If you stay you almost get what you pay for. AC worked but is super LOUD so it is inconvenient if you are trying to hear the neighbor’s tv.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025