The Darling

Hotels
8.8 (485 reviews)
210 North Court Street , Visalia , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 14 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 485 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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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
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Koren • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • us
10
The executive suite at The Darling Hotel was stunning, spacious, and had a wonderful vibe; highly recommended!
Pros:

I had the pleasure of staying in the executive suite at The Darling Hotel, and it was absolutely stunning! The spaciousness of the suite combined with the wonderful vibe made for a truly memorable experience. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a fantastic stay!

Cons:

Nothing it was amazing

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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GTI301 • solo_traveller • us
10
will return
Pros:

wonderful location, walking distance to all restaurants

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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MINGHAO • extended_group • tw
9
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • de
10
Wunderschöner Ausgangspunkt für Sequoia Park Besuche
Pros:

Superschönes außergewöhnliches Hotel. Tolles Restaurant ganz oben. Sehr sehr nettes Personal und gratis Upgrade! Ein Traum!

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Henry • couple • us
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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PAULA • couple • us
10
Highly enjoyable. Will return.
Pros:

The rooftop bar / restaurant. We invited friends to join us for appetizers and drinks rooftop. Most excellent and enjoyable. The food was terrific and wait staff friendly and accommodating. Dined rooftop twice for breakfast. Food arrived was hot and delicious.
Pool: the pool was warm and inviting even for our late Oct stay!

Cons:

The closet light in 430 times out and leaves you in the dark too soon. The door is too close to the bedroom door. Traffic jam.
Happy hour ends too soon on weeknights and does not offer any savings.
The location is terrific for walking to many local restaurants.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • couple • us
10
A stay at the Darling was like unearthing a gem in an unexpected place. The rooms, pool, rooftop dining, and location we
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anastasia • couple • us
8
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Nikolay • couple • ch
8
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Wilhelmina Jacoba • couple • nl
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Martijn • couple • nl
9
2026-01-08 • via Nuitee
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Katy • couple • us
9
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Julius • solo_traveller • us
7
It was a good stay. The room had all the necessities for my one night stay.
Pros:

I liked the location and the cleanliness of the rooms.

Cons:

I couldn’t adjust the thermostat to suit my temperature needs.

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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cheryl • couple • us
10
2025-12-23 • via Nuitee