The Ritz-Carlton's 261-room oceanfront property on the California coast, 30 miles south of San Francisco.
BrandThe Ritz-Carlton
DestinationHalf Moon Bay
RegionNorth America
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingOceanfront
Best ForSan Francisco-based couples on weekend escapes, golf-focused travelers pairing coastal luxury with championship play, families seeking oceanfront Ritz-Carlton service within driving distance of the city.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized luxury service
ButlerAvailable upon request
Private PoolNo
Built2001
Renovated2020
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay opened in 2001 on the bluffs above the Pacific, 30 miles south of San Francisco. The property underwent a full renovation in 2020, refreshing the 261 ocean-view rooms and executive suites while maintaining the original Scottish-links-inspired architecture that referen
Key Features
Oceanfront location with panoramic views
Full-service spa offering a range of treatments
Multiple dining options
including a fine dining restaurant
Championship golf course nearby
Outdoor fire pits and heated terrace
Luxury pet-friendly accommodations
Dining
Navio
The Conservatory
The Ocean Terrace
Signature Experience
Fire pits on the bluff edge at dusk, when the Pacific fog rolls in and the outdoor heaters make the terrace the only place you want to be.
Forbes Five Star oceanfront property within 30 miles of San Francisco, with championship golf adjacency and outdoor fire-pit terraces that function in coastal fog — rare at California luxury tier.
Signature Suite: The Ritz-Carlton Suite
Sumptuous bedding, Deep soaking tub, Expansive terraces showcasing stunning ocean vistas, Spacious common areas for gathering, Private fire pits
Accolades
Forbes Five Star hotel, Californias Leading Resort 2022, Featured on the travel channel series Great Hotels
