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title: Handlery Hotel San Diego
slug: handlery-hotel-san-diego-ca
type: hotel
sub_type: hotels
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/handlery-hotel-san-diego-ca
city: San Diego
state: CA
country: US
address: 950 Hotel Circle North
geo:
  lat: 32.76152
  lng: -117.17326
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:59:00.078Z
price_from:
  amount: 159
  currency: USD
  unit: per_night
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 3.5
  count: 1555
  scale: 5
room_rates:
  - name: Double Traditional, Non-Smoking
    price: 150.17
    regular_price: 159
    savings: 8.83
  - name: Double Premier, Non-Smoking
    price: 169.06
    regular_price: 179
    savings: 9.94
  - name: King Premier, Non-Smoking
    price: 159.61
    regular_price: 169
    savings: 9.39
---
## Overview

Stay at the family-owned Handlery Hotel San Diego, just minutes from Legoland, San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and area beaches. Enjoy a pet-friendly stay with an outdoor heated pool, on-site restaurant and bar, free WiFi, fitness center, and spacious suites with private patio or balcony. Gaslamp Quarter is only five miles away.

## What's Included

- Free WiFi in all rooms and public spaces  
- Access to the outdoor heated pool  
- Use of the fitness center  
- On-site restaurant (Postcards American Bistro) and bar (950 Lounge)  
- Comfortable rooms equipped with mini refrigerator, flat-screen TV, and work desk with ergonomic chair  

## What's Not Included

- Self-parking is available for a fee of $24 nightly, plus tax  
- Day parking rate: $2 per half hour, maximum $24 per vehicle  
- RVs, trailers, and campers parking: $40 nightly  
- Bus parking: $50 nightly  
- Pet fee: $25 non-refundable per day, $250 deposit required  
- WiFi in meeting rooms is available for a fee  

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## Room Rates

- **Double Traditional, Non-Smoking** — $150.17/night (regularly $159.00/night, save $8.83)
- **Double Premier, Non-Smoking** — $169.06/night (regularly $179.00/night, save $9.94)
- **King Premier, Non-Smoking** — $159.61/night (regularly $169.00/night, save $9.39)

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## Good to Know

* Minimum age to check in is 18. A government-issued photo ID and credit card are required.  
* Conveniently located in Mission Valley, just off Interstate 8.  
* Minutes from Riverwalk Golf Club and premium shopping at Fashion Valley Mall.  
* Pet-friendly (dogs only) rooms are subject to fees and availability. Only 1 dog per room, max weight 40 lbs. Contact hotel before arrival.  
* Each room includes a mini refrigerator and work desk with ergonomic chair.  
* The hotel does not have an elevator.  
* SeaWorld San Diego is approximately 4.8 miles away.  
* Close to major attractions like the San Diego Zoo, Old Town, and Balboa Park.  
* Check-in time is 3:00 pm and check-out time is 11:00 am.  
* The hotel is non-smoking.  
* Outdoor heated swimming pool is open year-round; pool hours vary. Check front desk at check-in.  
* Parking fees and policies are subject to change.  
* No resort fee charged; a $50 nightly incidental deposit is held on credit card at check-in.  

## Cancellation Policy

Free changes & cancellations. See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### What is the minimum age to check-in?

The reservation holder must be at least 18 years of age to check-in. A valid, matching, government-issued photo ID and credit card are required.

### What time are check-in and check-out at Handlery Hotel San Diego?

Check in is 3:00 pm, and check out is 11:00 am.

### Does the hotel serve a complimentary breakfast?

No. However, a creative classic American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner is served at Postcards American Bistro, which offers a bright, casual ambiance just off the hotel lobby.

### Does the hotel offer WiFi access?

Yes, WiFi is available and included in all rooms and public spaces. WiFi in meeting rooms is available for a fee, please inquire with the Sales & Catering Department for pricing.

### Is Handlery Hotel San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes. Dogs only are permitted. A non-refundable dog fee of $25.00 a day will apply and only 1 dog per room with a maximum weight of 40 lbs is allowed. $250.00 deposit will be collected at time of check in and will be refunded upon room inspection if no damage is discovered. Guests must follow rules and policies of the hotel for pets. If traveling with a pet, please contact the hotel directly prior to the arrival date. Pet-friendly rooms are limited.

### Can I reserve a smoking room?

No, the hotel is non-smoking.

### Does the hotel have a pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated swimming pool open year-round. Pool hours vary. Please inquire at the front desk at check in.

### Is parking available at Handlery Hotel San Diego?

Self-parking for overnight guests is available for a fee of $24 nightly, plus tax. Day Rate - $2 per half hour, maximum of $24 per vehicle. RV's, trailers, and campers are $40 nightly, and buses at $50 nightly. Prices are subject to change without prior notice and do not include tax.

### Does the hotel have accessible rooms?

Yes, please note your request while making your reservation.

### How far is the nearest airport to Handlery Hotel San Diego?

San Diego International Airport is approximately 6 miles from the hotel.

### How far is the Old Town San Diego Historic State Park from Handlery Hotel San Diego?

Old Town San Diego Historic State Park is approximately 1.8 miles from the hotel.

### How far is Legoland from Handlery Hotel San Diego?

Legoland is approximately 27 miles from the hotel.

### How far is Balboa Park from Handlery Hotel San Diego?

Balboa Park is approximately 4 miles from the hotel.

### Does the hotel charge a resort fee?

The Handlery Hotel San Diego does not charge a mandatory resort fee; the hotel offers several optional extras, such as self-parking and full breakfast, which incur separate charges.

## Reviews

> "Check your room"
> — Milasmitchell, Reviewed March 27, 2026

> "Horrible treatment"
> — CoreyB474, Reviewed December 22, 2025

> "How to improve? Does anybody care?"
> — JerryW642, Reviewed October 23, 2025

> "Solo trip"
> — cookg93, Reviewed August 10, 2025

> "Great experience for a birthday trip"
> — danamV6093SP, Reviewed August 04, 2025