Title: Starling Bird Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=46967802&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Starling Bird Resort Guests start with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, then enjoy the manager's reception or a swim in the peaceful outdoor pool. ## Photo gallery for Starling Bird Resort ![Aerial view - Starling Bird Resort (Machakos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/a3de9855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - Starling Bird Resort (Machakos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/406d0b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Starling Bird Resort (Machakos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/7e22d799.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Starling Bird Resort (Machakos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/a942eb6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Starling Bird Resort (Machakos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/08893d37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Starling Bird Resort offers a tranquil retreat with free made-to-order breakfast, afternoon social receptions, an outdoor pool, in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful multilingual staff. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 6 - Jan 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 7 - Jan 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=46967802&PinnedHotelID=46967802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, Accessible ![Standard Single Room, Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/c16baab3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, Accessible ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Digital channels Laptop workspace Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/7e22d799.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Digital channels Laptop workspace Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Standard Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46967900/46967802/99119703.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Digital channels Laptop workspace Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMachakos-Hotels-Starling-Bird-Resort.h46967802.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMachakos-Hotels-Starling-Bird-Resort.h46967802.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-1.50601%2C37.11848&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=niC8TVnb7WxF7EzKkpEInPYDB0U=) Maanzoni Conservancy, Off Mombasa Road, Machakos, Machakos #### What's nearby - Signature Mall \- 20 min drive \- 16.7 miles - Machakos Golf Club \- 21 min drive \- 13.5 miles - Machakos University \- 23 min drive \- 14.6 miles - Machakos People's Park \- 24 min drive \- 13.7 miles - Nairobi National Park \- 25 min drive \- 20.8 miles #### Getting around - Syokimau Station - 48 min drive - Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Java Express Kyumvi - ‬6 min drive - Kipepeo conference Room-Maanzoni - ‪club comfort - ‬7 min drive - ‪Sunset Bar & Restaurant, Kyumbi - ‬7 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 such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk - 1 meeting room and multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Starling Bird Resort boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. 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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 lift - 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 bathroom - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 25 December A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 1 January A fee for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 14 February ### 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? ### Is Starling Bird Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Starling Bird Resort? ### What time is check-in at Starling Bird Resort? ### What time is check-out at Starling Bird Resort? ### Where is Starling Bird Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Starling Bird Resort Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. 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