HANDLERY HOTEL SAN DIEGO, San Diego – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
Handlery Hotel San Diego - Independent family-owned hotel with outdoor pool near San Diego Zoo
The Handlery Hotel San Diego is located in Hotel Circle, adjacent to the Riverwalk Golf Club. The hotel features an expansive outdoor pool heated year-round, a fitness center with free weights and cardio equipment, and Postcards American Bistro serving classic American fare. Business amenities include a business center with complimentary boarding pass printing and meeting spaces for up to 500 guests. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from San Diego International Airport and 3.5 km from San Diego Zoo.
Additional perks of the hotel
Seasonal Reef Lounge Poolside Bar & Grill serving burgers and craft beers
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property
Free parking included
Disability-accessible rooms with roll-in showers and safety bars
Proximity to Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (2.5 km) and Fashion Valley (650 meters)
Guest rooms
The Handlery Hotel San Diego offers 217 guestrooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-refrigerators, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Select rooms feature patios or balconies. Disability-accessible rooms include electric switches at 29 inches, roll-in showers, and lowered towel bars.
Other conveniences
Ironing facilities and air conditioning in all rooms
Garden furniture on patios or balconies
AM/FM alarm clocks
Free toiletries
Work desks with ergonomic chairs
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Make up services
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-good aspects. The rooms were small and had very old-style facilities, but they did come with a wonderful balcony offering a gorgeous view of the pool. However, it was a bit tricky to locate the room as there were no numbers labeled on the outside. The service was a bit of a mixed bag, with very friendly and helpful staff but some encounters left something to be desired. The location was convenient for those with a car or using Uber, being close to the freeway entrance and not far from downtown and Old Town. The dining options were average, with limited choices available. Overall, it was an okay experience given the price paid.
The hotel offered clean, comfortable rooms facing the motorway but still quiet and comfortable. The location was convenient for exploring tourist attractions but may be confusing to get to for some. The dining options were reported as expensive and unreliable for early breakfast needs. Overall, a decent stay with some areas for improvement in service and dining.
The hotel rooms were good sized and clean, but smaller than expected. The service was courteous and timely, with good advice on getting around. The location was convenient for accessing popular attractions, but overall seemed overpriced. The dining experience had its strengths with freshly prepared dishes, but limited options and poor variety stood out.
I had a great stay at the hotel! The rooms were nice, clean, and fully stocked with all amenities, making my stay comfortable despite the hotel's proximity to the noisy I-8. The service was fantastic, with a very courteous and knowledgeable staff making my experience enjoyable. The location was perfect for my needs, and the dining experience, although limited in options, was substantial and filling.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The clean and nice rooms outside the main building provided a comfortable stay, but the lack of proper ventilation due to small windows and hidden fridges was a downside. The service was mostly good, with friendly and helpful staff, but some issues with billing left a bit of a sour note. The location was convenient for attractions like the Zoo and Seaworld, but the absence of appealing views stood out. The dining options, unfortunately, fell short with limited choices and high prices. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.
The hotel offers quite comfortable and quiet rooms, although cleanliness could have been better. The service was friendly, with some flirtatious behavior noted. The location is convenient to attractions but may be noisy for some. The dining experience was a mix of great and disappointing. Overall, a decent value for the price paid.
The hotel is not ideal as the rooms are super dated with popcorn ceilings and tiny bathrooms, but the service is friendly and helpful. The location is great for attractions, but not for evening outings. The dining experience had some drawbacks, but the facilities overall were good.
The hotel is in need of updates and the bed sheets wouldn't stay on properly, but the service was generally attentive and pleasant. The location is good for families, although it may not be close to popular San Diego attractions. The dining options were decent but could be more exciting. Overall, a mixed experience with some positives and negatives.
The hotel is really nice, just like the picture on the website. It's a short walk outside from the lobby. The service was pretty good with friendly staff, including Bridgette the manager who gave free parking. The location is convenient to many of the sights in San Diego, making it a good central base, although dining choices are limited. The dining experience was extremely poor with not much variety. The hotel offers very limited facilities. On weekdays, there were some issues with the gap in the headrest and mattress, and access was restricted to a liquor purchase.
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