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Exceeded Expectations
From the front desk, to the cleaning staff, to the Postcards restaurant staff at breakfast, we had...
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Otter Blue
- May 22, 2012
Helpful staff, hotel a little old
The room was clean, comfortable, but a little on the old side. Bathroom sink drain partially...
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Murphman
- Oct 27, 2011
Historic resort in heart of Mission Valley
Built in 1954, the Handlery is centrally located near many of San Diego's most popular attractions. Guests enjoy a luxurious swimming pool and complimentary shuttle service to Old Town and Sea World. The hotel also sits next to the 27-hole Riverwalk Golf Course and Driving Range. The on-site restaurant, Postcards American Bistro, serves three meals daily and specializes in California cuisine.Handlery Hotel & Resort Rooms
- Premier King Bed
- Features a balcony or patio with one king bed, marble top custom furniture, refrigerator, 37" flat screen TV with 40 channels, ergonomic desk chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea. These rooms surround our pool and include the following additional amenities: two 16oz bottles of water, free wireless Internet connection, iHome, robes, slippers, upgraded bath amenities and newspaper
- Superior King Bed
- Features a balcony or patio with one king bed, marble top custom furniture, wireless high speed Internet access, refrigerator, 37" flat screen TV with 40 channels, ergonomic desk chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea.
- Standard Two Double Beds
- Features two double beds, marble top custom furniture, wireless high speed Internet access, refrigerator, 37" flat screen TV with 40 channels, ergonomic desk chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea.
- Premier Two Double Beds
- Features a balcony or patio with one king bed, marble top custom furniture, refrigerator, 37" flat screen TV with 40 channels, ergonomic desk chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea. These rooms surround our pool and include the following additional amenities: two 16oz bottles of water, free wireless Internet connection, iHome, robes, slippers, upgraded bath amenities and newspaper
- Nonrefundable Standard Room
- The nonrefundable standard room requires full prepayment upon the time of booking. Room type is assigned upon arrival. No refunds, no exceptions.
- Standard King Bed
- Features one king bed, marble top custom furniture, wireless high speed Internet access, refrigerator, 37" flat screen TV with 40 channels, ergonomic desk chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea.
- Superior Two Double Beds
- Features a balcony or patio with two double beds, marble top custom furniture, wireless high speed Internet access, refrigerator, 37" flat screen TV with 40 channels, ergonomic desk chair, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea.
- Premier Two Double Beds
- These rooms surround our pool and include the following additional amenities: two 16oz bottles of water, free wireless Internet connection, iHome, robes, slippers, upgraded bath amenities and newspaper.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Diego, CA
- Nearby airports
- San Diego International Airport (SAN)
- Area description
- Take your pick of nearby adventures: Sea World, San Diego Zoo and Old Town. All are serviced by our complimentary shuttle. If it's golf your seeking the hotel is adjacent to Riverwalk golf course and within five minutes of some of the best courses in the county. Shopping is just around the corner and is also serviced by our complimentary shuttle. Visit Bazaar del Mundo in Old Town, Fashion Valley or the boutiques in Hillcrest.
Amenities
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible parking
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance
- Audible emergency alarm for sight impaired guest
- Bar/Lounge
- Barber/Beauty Shop
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Fitness center or spa
- Gift Shop
- Golf
- Handicapped parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Pool
- Public areas wheelchair accessible for disabled
- Ramp Access to Buildings
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Service animals allowed
- Service dogs allowed
- Tour Desk
- Wheel Chair Access
- Wireless Internet
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The Handlery Hotel and Resort boasts over 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. Our meeting facilities can accomodate meetings up to 500 people. We offer a private lush Terrace Garden for outdoor events.
Dining
- Postcards American Bistro
- Postcards Bistro features classic California cuisine.
- Poolside
- May through September the hotel features poolside movies and Sunday Pool Parties.
- 950 Lounge
- 950 Lounge is Mission Valley's newest hot spot featuring delightful drink specials. Enjoy weekly happy hour with live musical entertainment.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (118)
Ratings and reviews for Handlery Hotel & Resort
- All travelers (118) 3.5 / 5
- Business (20) 3.5 / 5
- Couples (40) 3.4 / 5
- Families (33) 3.7 / 5
- Friends (13) 2.9 / 5
- Singles (8) 3.5 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.9
- Location:
- 4.2
- Value:
- 3.7
76%
would recommend to a friend.
- Most recent
- Highest score
- Lowest score
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Topramen
One Night In SD
The hotel lobby, pool, and dining couldn't be better the staff is very nice as well. Our room however lacked air conditioning the mini fridge did not work at all and the toilet had brown (water stains i hope) through the entire inside. They did however comp us a free future stay but at almost 200 bucks a night it was not even worth 1/4 of that.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Casa Guadlajara's best mexican food in town.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Otter Blue
Exceeded Expectations
From the front desk, to the cleaning staff, to the Postcards restaurant staff at breakfast, we had very accommodating experiences with all the staff. The room was well appointed with beautiful crisp, clean white sheets and pillows. Bathroom was immaculate. We were very pleased.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short drive from hotel
Old Towne is worth seeing, and it's fun to watch the ladies in front of the restaurants making tortillas by hand. Beware of the Cold Stone Ice Cream store! They charge $5 MINIMUM for an ice cream, even if you order a teeny kiddie cone with no topping. I gave them a $20 for 4 kiddie cones and was shocked when they asked me for 68 cents MORE. Counter girl explained that they are in a tourist area so they charge more.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Neil great dad
ok
bills increased from what menus says Lots if add ons. People arguing at night. Lots of yelling
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
resturant too expensive
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Murphman
Helpful staff, hotel a little old
The room was clean, comfortable, but a little on the old side. Bathroom sink drain partially plugged. No apolstered chair, just a desk chair. Fitness center could use some updating. Pool area was nice. Hotel supplied airport shuttle would be helpful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tippy
Nice location and renovated rooms
The only problem was the $12 fee that was tacked on by the hotel for parking! That was disappointing. Otherwise a nice location and clean and quiet hotel off the freeway but without the noise. Newly renovated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dark Elf
Great Room
Sea World is so conveniently located. It is even easy to get to downtown San Diego via the 163 or by using the surface streets up the hill into Hillcrest. We ended up going to the Zoo also. Our room was very comfortable: the king size bed and linens were soft; a refrigerator was included. We were on the ground level, so if you open the curtains, the cars were right there. Two key cards were provided for easy access to the rooms and the building. The side table lights had electrical outlets; convenient for plugging in my Iphone and Macbook Pro. There is a $12 charge per night for parking. You pay for "incidentals" when you check out. The buildings were two stories, no elevator. We did not consider eating their breakfast ($9 for juice and pastry). I did not use the pool or any other amenities, but I would recommend this place. The room was larger and nicer than the Super 8 we stayed in for a night at almost double the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Lots of places to eat along the 8 and Hotel Circle. Just go over the hill to get to Hillcrest and then into downtown San Diego; very convenient and you don't have to take the freeway.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Loves to travel!
Amazing Service!
We visited to celebrate our anniversary and visit the zoo. The hotel room was small to first assumption, but ended up being just enough space. I must say the service was AMAZING! All the staff were very helpful and were very friendly. We downgraded our king-size bed to a double and they comped us wonderfully for our participation.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
vacation
Handlery Hotel
Room was very clean and modern. The pool area was very nice as well. The room was not that big if that is a point of interest.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
DEBS
WHAT A FAB HOTEL
WE HAD A FAB TIME THIS HOTEL IS SO CLOSE TO OLD TOWN ,SAN DEAGO ZOO, SEAWORD, AND LOTS OF SHOPS THE ROOM WAS VERY NICE THE POOL WAS LOVELY AND THE POOLBAR SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT THE STAFF WERE VERY NICE THERE WAS A GYM AND AND SPA POOL PLENTY OF TOWELS AND SUN LOUNGERS I WOULD RECOMEND THIS HOTEL TO ANYONE
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Brooke
Really liked this hotel... very
Really liked this hotel... very nice pool and bar area Rooms comfortable would stay there again
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
