We stayed here for two nights at the end of June 2008. First impressions were good, the hotel looks in good condition and the lobby is well kept. We arrived very late (1am, had previously advised the hotel) and had no problems with late check in etc. Here's a quick summary of plus and minus points :- Plus Room -... more

Attended a Navy ships reunion at the Handlery! Don't know how it compares against other hotels in the area, but I did not like that they charged for parking, internet, and to attend the Sunday pool party? Food was gourmet, but expensive! Maybe it is just Southern California. At these prices in Oregon, Washington, & Idaho I'm used to free... more

Stayed here in April with another family, each had 2 children aged between 8 and 13. Were very disappointed with the location of our room, it was block 4, quite a walk from the reception area and pool. It was upstairs so a lot of carrying of suitcases and a dismal view of the carpark. Not at all like the... more

This place is a glorified motel. The hotel consists of one main building and several chalets which was not mentioned in the hotel description, the hotel rooms have cheesy decor and aren't very clean and the room view is the car park. I'm not sure where the owners got the nerve to add spa to the title because in my... more

This hotel is located close to downtown San Diego next to the Fashion Place, there are several other fine hotels nearby. Do yourself a favor and check them out. Not to say that this is a bad hotel, its okay. Its just that they do several things that really got under my skin. The first hint of what the Handlery... more

We stayed in San Diego for 5 nights. We have a 5 year old and 9 year old who loved the pool and hot tub. The pool and hot tub was very nice and clean. I loved the coin laundry machines! Rooms are a little small and the double beds are just okay. It was clean but it was an... more

Pros: - The staff was very friendly - especially Lisabeth at the front desk. There was one concierge who directed us to take the bus to Mission Bay beach which was helpful. We saved $20 in taxis. - There is a daily free shutttle service to Seaworld/San Diego Zoo and other places around San Diego. Pick up is at 9am... more

I'm sorry to say but this hotel was absolutely horrible. My family (mum, dad and two children) traveling from Australia stayed here on our holiday centred mainly in Los Angeles. There was no elevator so had to drag so many bags up the staircases, we were annoyed all night by a family down the hall running up and down but... more

We stayed at the Handlery Hotel and Resort on our recent vacation to San Diego. We have never been to San Diego before, so things like the free shuttle to the Zoo and SeaWorld were very nice, since we were not renting a car. The room was nice, we had booked a King, and that is what we got upon... more