The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay, California, United States · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits

Perched atop a majestic oceanside bluff The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay welcomes you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of coastal Northern California. Close to San Francisco, Silicon Valley and the wineries of the Santa Cruz Mountains, the resort is perfectly situated for urban excursions and scenic coastal drives. Roast s'mores, tee off on one of two championship golf courses that hugs the coastline or nourish body and soul at the spa; there is an adventure for every discerning traveler. After feasting on organic culinary offerings and tasting a rich tapestry of local wines, gather, unwind and watch the sun set over the Pacific as the thunderous waves crash ashore. What makes us…
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is San Francisco's only oceanfront golf and spa resort. Perched atop a rugged bluff overlooking 50 miles of California coastline, it is also the most romantic setting in Northern California. The resort offers an array of recreational activities that blend the elements of a seaside resort with lavish five-star accommodations. Roast s'mores, tee off on one of two world-class golf courses that hugs the coastline, indulge in luxurious spa treatments, exploring miles of oceanside trails, and dining on innovative cuisine in ocean-view restaurants.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (credit excludes alcohol, taxes and gratuities and cannot be used in Spa Retail or 3rd party entities, nor applied toward room rate, tax or valet parking. No cash value if benefit is not utilized during dates of stay.)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Take a walk along the beach below the resort at low tide. With a keen eye, you're sure to see starfish, small crabs, sea urchins, mussels, and more nestled amongst the rocks.
The property, in facts
| Where | One Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, California, United States |
|---|---|
| Category | Spa / Wellness Resort |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Brand | Ritz-Carlton |
| Hotel group | Luxury Group at Marriott International |
| Rooms | 261 |
| Room types | 7 |
| Nearest airport | San Francisco International (SFO) · 23 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Golf, Seclusion, Wellness |
Rooms and suites
- Ocean Front Suite (Cottages) — Ocean Front Suite (Cottages) Upgrade: Luxury Suite
- Club Ocean View — Club Ocean View
- Courtyard View — Courtyard View Upgrade: Coastal View
- Coastal View — Coastal View Upgrade: Ocean View Guestroom
- Terrace Fire Pit — Terrace Fire Pit Upgrade: Ocean View Fire Pit Guestroom
- One Bedroom Courtyard View — One Bedroom Courtyard View Upgrade: Ocean Front Suite (Cottages)
In the room
Non-Smoking
What advisors say
93% of the 15 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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