Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. 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
$404
1 night at 3-star hotel
Half Moon Bay in December
Estimated hotel price
$404
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Half Moon Bay in August, when the average temperature is 15 °C, and the highest can go up to 18 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 133 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Half Moon Bay, with an average rainfall of 3 mm.

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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 18 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Half Moon Bay include Lufthansa, SWISS and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Half Moon Bay from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 13h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Half Moon Bay is to pick up a car hire from San Francisco, which is about 35 km from Half Moon Bay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Half Moon Bay, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 18 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Half Moon Bay include Lufthansa, SWISS and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Half Moon Bay from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 13h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Half Moon Bay is to pick up a car hire from San Francisco, which is about 35 km from Half Moon Bay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Half Moon Bay

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Half Moon Bay

Lufthansa
Good (8,066 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,054 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,410 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,237 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,848 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (936 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,828 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,200 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,411 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,281 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 $703 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,654 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection and Quality Inn Half Moon Bay/Miramar Beach.

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 (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$477+
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Oceano Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$408+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$1,654+
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$247+
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Half Moon Bay Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$280+
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The Westin San Francisco Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$235+
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Hiring a car in Half Moon Bay

Expect to pay $1.67 per litre in Half Moon Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.04 and $26.72. 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 car hire (Toyota Corolla Cross or similar) is, on average, 17% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.67 per litre in Half Moon Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.04 and $26.72. 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 car hire (Toyota Corolla Cross or similar) is, on average, 17% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.