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The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

One Miramontes Point Road
Rated 8.6 in 104 reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is a sophisticated coastal retreat located in the picturesque region of Half Moon Bay, California. This luxury hotel is perched atop a scenic bluff overlooking the vast Pacific Ocean, offering breathtaking views that are complemented by its serene environment and elegant ambiance. The resort's architecture and interior design reflect a refined yet comfortable style that harmonizes with its natural surroundings, providing a perfect destination for those seeking both relaxation and a touch of opulence.

Guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a world-class spa offering an array of treatments designed to rejuvenate and revitalize the body and mind. The resort also features two championship golf courses, catering to golf enthusiasts with challenging play and stunning ocean vistas. Dining at the hotel is a culinary delight, with on-site restaurants serving a selection of fine cuisine crafted from locally sourced ingredients, celebrating the rich flavors of the region.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find numerous activities available due to the hotel’s proximity to beautiful beaches and coastal trails. Whether strolling along the shore, hiking the nearby hills, or simply unwinding by the fire pits with a glass of wine as the sun sets, guests are immersed in a tranquil coastal experience.

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is not just a place to stay but a destination that encapsulates the beauty and charm of the Northern California coast, making it an ideal spot for a luxurious getaway or a memorable gathering.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
February
 15°
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Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
March
 16°
 9°
 13°
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Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
April
 17°
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 13°
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Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
May
 18°
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 14°
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Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
June
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 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
July
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Sun hours / day
 30
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August
 21°
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Sun hours / day
 30
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September
 22°
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Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
October
 21°
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 16°
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Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
November
 18°
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Sun hours / day
 24
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December
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 22
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Michelin Restaurants in Half Moon Bay and near The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach
450m / 490yd
Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach
0.7km / 0.42mi
Poplar State Beach
Poplar State Beach
Beach in California, United States
2.3km / 1.4mi
Francis Beach
Francis Beach
3.9km / 2.4mi
Elmar Beach
Elmar Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
4.4km / 2.8mi
Venice Beach
Venice Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
5km / 3.1mi
Dunes Beach
Dunes Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
5.5km / 3.5mi
Miramar Beach
6.7km / 4.2mi
Martins Beach
Martins Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California
6.6km / 4.1mi
Naples Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
6.1km / 3.8mi
Vallejo Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
7.1km / 4.4mi
El Granada Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
7.6km / 4.7mi
Tunitas Beach
Tunitas Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
8.7km / 5.4mi
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Marine reserve in California on the Pacific Ocean
11.7km / 7.3mi
Filoli
Filoli
Country house in California
12km / 7.4mi
BCPA Flight 304
1953 aviation accident in California, United States
10.7km / 6.6mi
Edgewood County Park
Edgewood County Park
Natural preserve in San Mateo County, Calif
13.6km / 8.4mi
Pulgas Water Temple
Pulgas Water Temple
California, USA structure
12.2km / 7.6mi
San Gregorio Beach
San Gregorio Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
12.9km / 8mi
Carolands
Carolands
Historic house in California, United States
14.7km / 9.1mi
Woodside Store
Woodside Store
Museum of a store built in 1854 in Woodside, California
14.4km / 9mi
Central Park
Central Park
Public park in San Mateo, California, United States
17.4km / 10.8mi
Sánchez Adobe Park
Sánchez Adobe Park
Historic house in California, United States
17.5km / 10.9mi
The Juggler
Sculpture by Aaron Van de Kerckhove
17km / 10.6mi
Coyote Point Recreation Area
Coyote Point Recreation Area
Recreation area in San Mateo County, California, US
19.3km / 12mi
San Francisco Bay Discovery Site
San Francisco Bay Discovery Site
Site at which Europeans first saw the San Francisco Bay
18.9km / 11.8mi
Hiller Aviation Museum
Hiller Aviation Museum
Aerospace museum in San Carlos, California
18.6km / 11.6mi
Union Cemetery
Union Cemetery
Historic cemetery in Redwood City, California
19.5km / 12.1mi
San Mateo County History Museum
San Mateo County History Museum
Museum in Redwood City, United States of America
19.5km / 12.1mi
Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park
Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park
Recreational city park located in Foster City, California, USA
19.7km / 12.2mi
Green Hills Country Club
Country club in Millbrae, California
18.5km / 11.5mi
Rockaway Beach
Rockaway Beach
Neighborhood in Pacifica, California
19.8km / 12.3mi
Sam McDonald County Park
Sam McDonald County Park
Park in San Mateo County, California
19.2km / 11.9mi
Sand Beach
Sand Beach
18.4km / 11.4mi
San Pedro Beach
San Pedro Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
19km / 11.8mi
CuriOdyssey
Non-profit organization in the USA
20.3km / 12.6mi
First Congregational Church of Pescadero
First Congregational Church of Pescadero
Church building in California, United States of America
20.6km / 12.8mi
Frog Pond Park
Park in San Mateo County, California, United States of America
21.6km / 13.4mi
Sharp Park Beach
Sharp Park Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States of America
21.2km / 13.2mi
The Gates of Hell
The Gates of Hell
Monumental sculpture by Auguste Rodin
23.9km / 14.8mi
Gay Liberation Monument
Gay Liberation Monument
Monument in New York
23.8km / 14.8mi
Arizona Cactus Garden
Arizona Cactus Garden
Botanical garden in Stanford, California
23.8km / 14.8mi
Eve
Eve
Sculpture by Auguste Rodin
23.9km / 14.8mi
Adam
Adam
Sculpture by Auguste Rodin
23.9km / 14.8mi
The Spirit of Eternal Repose
The Spirit of Eternal Repose
French sculpture
23.8km / 14.8mi

What to do in Half Moon Bay and near The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach
450m / 490yd
Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach
0.7km / 0.42mi
Poplar State Beach
Poplar State Beach
Beach in California, United States
2.3km / 1.4mi
Francis Beach
Francis Beach
3.9km / 2.4mi
Elmar Beach
Elmar Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
4.4km / 2.8mi
Venice Beach
Venice Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
5km / 3.1mi
Dunes Beach
Dunes Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
5.5km / 3.5mi
Miramar Beach
6.7km / 4.2mi
Martins Beach
Martins Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California
6.6km / 4.1mi
Naples Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
6.1km / 3.8mi
Vallejo Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
7.1km / 4.4mi
El Granada Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
7.6km / 4.7mi
Tunitas Beach
Tunitas Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
8.7km / 5.4mi
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Marine reserve in California on the Pacific Ocean
11.7km / 7.3mi
Filoli
Filoli
Country house in California
12km / 7.4mi
BCPA Flight 304
1953 aviation accident in California, United States
10.7km / 6.6mi
Edgewood County Park
Edgewood County Park
Natural preserve in San Mateo County, Calif
13.6km / 8.4mi
Pulgas Water Temple
Pulgas Water Temple
California, USA structure
12.2km / 7.6mi
San Gregorio Beach
San Gregorio Beach
Beach in San Mateo County, California, United States
12.9km / 8mi
Carolands
Carolands
Historic house in California, United States
14.7km / 9.1mi
Woodside Store
Woodside Store
Museum of a store built in 1854 in Woodside, California
14.4km / 9mi
Central Park
Central Park
Public park in San Mateo, California, United States
17.4km / 10.8mi
Sánchez Adobe Park
Sánchez Adobe Park
Historic house in California, United States
17.5km / 10.9mi
The Juggler
Sculpture by Aaron Van de Kerckhove
17km / 10.6mi
Coyote Point Recreation Area
Coyote Point Recreation Area
Recreation area in San Mateo County, California, US
19.3km / 12mi
San Francisco Bay Discovery Site
San Francisco Bay Discovery Site
Site at which Europeans first saw the San Francisco Bay
18.9km / 11.8mi
Hiller Aviation Museum
Hiller Aviation Museum
Aerospace museum in San Carlos, California
18.6km / 11.6mi
Union Cemetery
Union Cemetery
Historic cemetery in Redwood City, California
19.5km / 12.1mi
San Mateo County History Museum
San Mateo County History Museum
Museum in Redwood City, United States of America
19.5km / 12.1mi
Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park
Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park
Recreational city park located in Foster City, California, USA
19.7km / 12.2mi

About Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay offers a variety of activities and attractions that cater to different interests. Exploring the Beaches is a popular choice, with spots like Half Moon Bay State Beach and Poplar Beach providing scenic views and opportunities for leisurely walks or picnics. Hiking and Nature Walks can be enjoyed in the nearby Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve, where trails wind through coastal redwoods and offer a chance to connect with nature.

For those interested in local history, visiting the Half Moon Bay History Association Museum can provide insights into the area's past and its development over the years. Agritourism is also a notable aspect of the region, with farms and pumpkin patches that invite visitors to experience local produce, particularly during the fall season.

Exploring the coastal trails is ideal for those who appreciate scenic vistas, offering views of the Pacific Ocean and opportunities for wildlife spotting. The Half Moon Bay Harbor is another area of interest, where you can watch boats, enjoy fresh seafood at local restaurants, or even engage in activities like kayaking.

Art enthusiasts may appreciate the local galleries and art festivals that showcase the works of regional artists. Additionally, whale watching can be a rewarding experience during migration seasons, with various tours available for those interested in marine life.

Lastly, savoring the local cuisine is essential. Many restaurants feature fresh seafood and farm-to-table options that highlight the region's culinary offerings. Overall, Half Moon Bay provides a blend of outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and culinary delights suitable for various visitors.




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