Handlery Hotel San Diego

Hotels
7.8 (3586 reviews)
950 Hotel Circle North , San Diego , us

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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:
Excellent location close to attractions and airport
Large rooms available
Resort-like pool, spa, jacuzzi and tiki bar
Generally clean and safe
Friendly/praise for pool and tiki bar staff (many mentions)
Cons:
High parking fees and additional costs
Small/dated bathrooms and limited counter space
No elevator to upper floors
Occasional unfriendly front desk and strict late check-out handling
AC problems/leaks in some rooms
Food and drinks overpriced and not highly rated

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Multiple guests described the property as very clean; a few noted cleaning could improve slightly, so overall cleanliness is above average.
Service
7.6
Service is mixed: several comments praise friendly and helpful pool/tiki and resort staff, but there are complaints about unfriendly staff, strict/poor handling of late check-out and occasional front desk unprofessionalism.
Location
9.6
Location repeatedly praised (near zoo, airport, ocean, Mission Valley; short drives to attractions) and considered a major positive of the property.
Room Quality
6.8
Rooms are described as large at times, but multiple issues were raised: small bathrooms with limited counter space, aging rooms, flat pillows, shower/AC problems and occasional leaks — lowering the room quality score.
Amenities
9
Pool, spa, jacuzzi and tiki bar are highlighted repeatedly as resort-like and family-friendly; some facility negatives (ice machine, no elevator, parking logistics) noted but overall amenities are a strong selling point.
Value for Money
6
Many guests felt the hotel was expensive for its age and amenities (complaints about high room rates and additional parking fees), producing a below-average value perception.
Food and Beverage
6.4
Several mentions that food and drinks were overpriced and not great; limited complimentary offerings (e.g., paid coffee) further reduce satisfaction with F&B.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall stays are generally enjoyable with resort vibes, great pool/family amenities and good location, tempered by costs, some service hiccups and room-related issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 15:48

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated just off I-8, our hotel and resort are a mere 10 minutes' drive from downtown San Diego, offering easy access to the city's vibrant attractions.

Dining and Leisure
Indulge in delectable dishes at our on-site Postcards American Bistro or sip on specialty drinks at the 950 Lounge. Unwind by taking a refreshing dip in the heated outdoor pool or enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub.

Modern Amenities
Each guest room at Handlery Hotel San Diego boasts free WiFi, a cable TV, a work desk, a coffee machine, and ironing facilities. Guests can also make use of the modern fitness center and the large outdoor pool during their stay.

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Important information:

Guests are required to be 18 years of age or older to stay at this hotel without an adult.

This is a dogs-only property. Please contact the property prior to arrival to request a pet-friendly room.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
Airport code: SAN

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 3586 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 7.6
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 6.8
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 6.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Padilla • couple • us
5
Stay was enjoyable up to the final day of check out.
Pros:

The bed was comfortable and the location to hotel was accessible.

Cons:

No elevators to get luggage to rooms on second floor. Bathroom was very small with no counter space. Running a little bit behind on check out and staff would not allow time any extra time for check out.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everithing

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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DENNIS • couple • us
4
Pros:

The pool was great!

Cons:

Food and drinks were overpriced and not great. The ice machine did not work, room was old, $24.00 per day to park and the room was very expensive for the age and amenities.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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PEDRO • family_with_children • pt
9
Good value for money
Pros:

The location and facilities

Cons:

Somehow noise due to proximity with highway

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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isabella • family_with_children • it
8
Abbiamo passato 3 notti , ottima posizione x raggiungere le mete principali di San Diego
Pros:

Quartiere mission valley vicino a mission beach , 10 minuti di auto . Piscina con acqua riscaldata e camera spaziosa

Cons:

Bagno piccolo

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Tricia • couple • us
3
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Veronique • extended_group • fr
7
Good location, big rooms.
Pros:

Large room on the 1st floor was requested and that's what we got.
The room and beds were quite large, with a standard bathroom.
My friend enjoyed the pool area and the spa.

Cons:

This hotel looks a bit old.
I found that the prices are really high in general for San Diego, and a similar hotel in a different location could cost only half! If you are driving, please be aware that the parking is also extra ($24), which is a lot.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Sharnita • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Mirko • couple • de
7
Toll um die Stadt kennen zu lernen
Pros:

Schon etwas älter aber die Zimmer um den Pool sehr gut gelegen. Hier hört man auch von der Straße nichts. Sehr sauber. Ausgangslage für San Diego erkundigen perfekt . Egal wo man hin will Max 20min!

Cons:

Parken sehr teuer und keine Ausweichmöglichleiten

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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martin • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • ca
8
Excellent
Pros:

The pool area feels like a resort.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Nava • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Rodney • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Kalpanadevi • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Salvador • couple • us
6
nice
Pros:

location swimming pool AND JACUSSI

Cons:

unfriendly staff

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • us
8
Easy to check in and get around
Pros:

Clean, easy to get to my room.

Cons:

Paid parking. $25 a night. Way too expensive

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Ralph • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Marnie • couple • us
6
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Athziri • couple • us
9
It was a wonderful stay with the amazing staff available.
Pros:

The amenities and surrounding areas

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee