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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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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush gardens and shaded seating areas.
Stunning stone building with a covered porch and beautifully manicured lawn.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed against a paneled wall, sliding door to a patio with seating area.
Enter a tranquil oasis through the covered entrance, featuring a lantern and double doors flanked by a serene garden with a decorative pool and statue.
Guests can stroll along the serene pathway, lined with lush greenery and street lamps, to the entrance of this charming guesthouse.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tonight

Aug. 1 - Aug. 2
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Tomorrow

Aug. 2 - Aug. 3
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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, Accessible

Standard Single Room, Accessible

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Maanzoni Conservancy, Off Mombasa Road, Machakos, Machakos

What's nearby

  • Machakos Golf Club - 21 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Machakos University - 24 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Yaya Centre - 43 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Thika Road Mall - 44 min drive - 58.7 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 54 min drive - 67.2 km

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 a rural location
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Starling Bird Resort. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, 1 meeting room, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Starling Bird Resort feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, German, Italian, Swahili

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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

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
A fee for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on February 14

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Starling Bird Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Starling Bird Resort?

As of Aug 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starling Bird Resort on Aug 2, 2025 start from CA $125.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Starling Bird Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Starling Bird Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Starling Bird Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Starling Bird Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Starling Bird Resort located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Machakos People's Park, Kenyatta Stadium, and Machakos Golf Club. Machakos University and Kituluni Gravity Hill are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Starling Bird Resort Reviews

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travelers

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023