Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Half Moon Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Half Moon Bay

With a population of 11,324, Half Moon Bay is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Half Moon Bay to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Half Moon Bay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Monsoon Himalayan Cuisine (20 Stone Pine Rd) and Pasta Moon (845 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay in December
Estimated hotel price
$286
1 night at 3-star hotel
Half Moon Bay in December
Estimated hotel price
$286
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Half Moon Bay in August, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 64.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Half Moon Bay, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Half Moon Bay

Plane

When flying to Half Moon Bay, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Half Moon Bay include United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. The shortest domestic flight to Half Moon Bay departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 21m.

Car

Another option to get to Half Moon Bay is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 22 miles from Half Moon Bay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Half Moon Bay, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Half Moon Bay include United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. The shortest domestic flight to Half Moon Bay departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 21m.

Car

Another option to get to Half Moon Bay is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 22 miles from Half Moon Bay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Half Moon Bay

STSSanta Rosa Sonoma County
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Half Moon Bay

Lufthansa
Good (7,988 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,969 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,214 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,772 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,326 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,435 reviews)
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Where to stay in Half Moon Bay

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay to great affordable options like the Beach House Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $403 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,064 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection and The Miramar Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Half Moon Bay

Most booked hotels in Half Moon Bay

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Beach House Half Moon Bay
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 561 reviews)
$308+
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Oceano Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 941 reviews)
$338+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 209 reviews)
$1,064+
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Bay Landing Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3751 reviews)
$122+
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Half Moon Bay Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1157 reviews)
$209+
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Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 866 reviews)
$172+
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Renting a car in Half Moon Bay

Renting a car in Half Moon Bay costs $54 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Half Moon Bay.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Half Moon Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. The most frequently booked car type in Half Moon Bay is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla Cross or similar) are, on average, 17% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Half Moon Bay costs $54 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Half Moon Bay.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Half Moon Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. The most frequently booked car type in Half Moon Bay is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla Cross or similar) are, on average, 17% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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