The Darling

Hotels
8.8 (501 reviews)
210 North Court Street , Visalia , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness of rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise disturbances
Issues with room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
9.01
The rooms were clean and well-maintained, although there was some noise from outside.
Service
9.48
Staff was friendly and accommodating, providing good service during our stay.
Location
9.52
Perfect location near local restaurants and quick access to highways leading to national parks.
Room Quality
7.97
Some rooms had issues like noise and small size. However, changing rooms improved the experience.
Amenities
8.5
Good amenities including a rooftop bar and pool, though some aspects were lacking.
Value for Money
7.96
Some guests felt the hotel was overpriced, especially for not delivering a five-star experience.
Food and Beverage
9.01
Dined at the rooftop restaurant, which offered excellent food and service.
Overall Experience
8.98
Despite some issues, overall a good experience with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 23:58

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
The Darling in Visalia boasts an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and a beautiful garden and terrace. Guests can enjoy 5-star treatment with room service, a 24-hour front desk, and complimentary WiFi. Private parking is also available on site.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a culinary experience at the hotel's restaurant, offering a variety of American cuisine. Special dietary requests such as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are readily available to cater to all guests' preferences.

Convenient Location
Located just 10 km from Visalia Municipal Airport, The Darling provides easy access for travelers. Experience unparalleled luxury and comfort at our exquisite hotel. Book your stay now for a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 501 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.01
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 7.97
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 9.01
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Lauren solo_traveller us
8
Great hotel!
Pros:

Loved the old world charm and decor. Good location, right downtown. The bed was super comfy and the bathroom was quite roomy.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Isabell family_with_children li
6
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Mark couple us
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller us
5
Not A Fan of the Guest Service. I May Return for a higher Room.
Pros:

The property and room were lovely and clean. The bed and linen were cozy. The pool was small but clean with lots of loungers and seating. My room was charming and the complimentary snacks and waters were nice, as was the fridge. Optional free street parking lot was close.

Cons:

The staff was not friendly or welcoming. They seemed troubled to explain where my room was located or when answering any questions. I was disappointed because the ambiance of everything feels upscale and nice but service felt very motel lobby. The lower level room I was in was very loud with street noise. I checked out by 11pm and nobody seemed to care.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Boris family_with_children il
9
Хороший отель в атмосферном американском небольшом городе
Pros:

Расположение, большой номер с высокими потолками. Видимо, до переоборудования суда в отель, в нем располагался офис судьи. Неплохие завтраки. Собственная парковка.

Cons:

Все понравилось.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Kubi Kara family_with_children us
4
Not worth the money I paid.
Pros:

Location and the architectural design

Cons:

The quality of the AC, AC control, Bed comfort, the lighting in general.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Gerald couple us
10
Wonderful place to stay,clean, comfortable, and safe.
Pros:

Central location, older building totally renovated. Clean comfortable room totally quiet A/C, excellent restaurant and super staff.

Cons:

No dislikes!

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Maksim couple us
9
comfy, convenient downtown stay and a great pit stop on the way to Sequoia
Pros:

we had a good stay at The Darling, right in downtown Visalia and walkable to some nice bars and coffee shops. stopped here for a night on our way to Sequoia (about a 45 min drive away) and it was super convenient. Big bathroom, comfy beds, an awesome shower that pours down on you like a waterfall and you can park on the street or in the gated lot (extra fee). Only heads up: ask for a room not on the first floor, since it's basically a basement (?). For a longer stay I'd definitely want a higher floor, but for one night on a road trip we didn't mind at all

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Francesco couple it
7
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Chris family_with_children us
10
Pros:

The decor and rooms were great! And the staff were all so friendly and helpful.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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dawn couple us
9
It was a lovely stay
Pros:

Beautiful building. Great shower. Room decor. Snacks. Rooftop bar and restaurant. Comfortable bed. Walk to coffee, bakery, restaurants and shops downtown.

Cons:

Wish happy hour went until 5.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Vladislav solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Pretty decent hotel on the way to Yosemite/Sequoia. Art deco style, good restaurant at rooftop. Good staff/service.

Cons:

Google maps said it is 5 star hotel but it is for sure not (however it is still good boutique hotel). Walls a bit thin, I heard noises from next-door room.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Yulia family_with_children us
5
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Bevington couple us
9
Cons:

Three was a banging nose the whole time. We just used ear plugs.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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jon couple us
10
Fantastic. And the restaurant was top flight. Always love a rooftop bar.
Pros:

A fantastic historical vibe, updated so that you have all the modern things as well.

Cons:

The only negative was being able to get the curtains closed enough so that the room was a really dark. I even travel with the binder clips so I can clip the curtains and I couldn’t quite get them. You might want to consider roller shades for those taller windows. We ate two meals there and both times we could not sit outside even though they were probably 10 or 15 tables available. Luckily, we loved the bar, but it would’ve been nice to sit outside.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Djamil couple nl
9
2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Oscar couple us
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Steve couple us
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Steve couple us
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Steve couple us
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee