Handlery Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near University of San Diego

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Located near Fashion Valley Mall, Handlery Hotel is a haven of relaxation with its spa tub and garden. Enjoy shopping on site, meals at the two restaurants, or unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas. With amenities like in-room WiFi, a hair salon, luggage storage and multilingual staff available 24/7 from the front desk to assist you at any time.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • 24-hour business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(138 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room (room type selected at check in)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA, 92108

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Riverwalk Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • UC San Diego Health - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of San Diego - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 27 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 42 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • Fashion Valley Transit Center Station - 11 min walk
  • Hazard Center Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Marketplace Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crust Kitchen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Hotel Circle and Mission Bay. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants, then indulge in massages or facials. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Fashion Valley Transit Center Station is 11 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 217 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 24 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (39999 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1954
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages and facials.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 18 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 1 2025 to December 28 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from December 1 2025 to December 27 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Fitness facilities
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 24 per night with in/out privileges
  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard

Also known as

Handlery
Handlery Hotel
Handlery Hotel San Diego
Handlery San Diego
Hotel Handlery
The Handlery Hotel
Handlery Hotel Hotel
Handlery Hotel San Diego
Handlery Hotel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does Handlery Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Handlery Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Handlery Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from December 1 2025 to December 28 2025 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Handlery Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 250 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Handlery Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 24 per night. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Handlery Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Handlery Hotel and nearby?

Handlery Hotel has 2 bars, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Handlery Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Handlery Hotel like?

Handlery Hotel is in Mission Valley, a short 8-minute drive from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and 14 minutes' walk from Fashion Valley Mall. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Handlery Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The pool area was beautiful, fun, and well-maintained, with many guests enjoying it during their stay. (167 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight, clean and warm, perfect for relaxation. (25 reviews)
  • The property's restaurants and dining options were good, with many guests praising the food and service. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and safe hotel. We loved the pool area and great happy hour specials. The room smelled a little musty but it was very clean. Definitely good value for your money.
Heather, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was incredibly nice great job
Ronald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful scenery, peaceful, and spacious!
Elena, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Courteous staff
Matthew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The pool area was lovely and quiet, the room was in good condition and the service was immediate whenever anything was requested. Pamela was extremely helpful in switching the room booked to a poolside room upgrade.
Heather, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room. Friendly staff. Good food
Mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pool area is beautiful! 10’ pool and huge jacuzzi. Tropical environment. Great food. The Reef Lounge is awesome. Fire pits by the pool. Clean, comfy rooms. We stay-cation monthly and they have better beds than most. Every thing is close by.
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel clean and the pool was so nice with restaurants very good
Armando, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The pool area is great and I loved the convenience of the restaurants.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, i would definitely stay here again
Salvador, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
Ricardo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly

We have a wonderful stay with my toddler they put us above fitness center in the corner just in case, we would definitely be back for a little get away soon
Cristelia, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice historic place. Pool was clean and enjoyable.
Richard, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Old musty building. Outdated rooms
amy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good desk. Workiut space adequate.
Alan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The pool was amazing
Ariel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and staff
Brie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay. Great service and very clean
Kylie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was fine. No issues.
Ray, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy access and location to attractions
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent First Visit !

The staff is very welcoming and interactive. The facility is nice and clean. Bedding is also very comfortable. Location is excellent for getting to anywhere within San Diego.
Marc, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel overall

Hotel was nice and good location with pool and restaurant amenities. The rooms could use some upgrades
William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay. Nice Pool
Joanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and there was plenty of parking at the hotel. A few minutes down the street there was a mall and plenty of places to eat. I would stay here again.
Michelle, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Its so convenient closes to everything
Arsenia, 1-night trip