The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Overview
1 Miramontes Point Rd., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 United States
In Half Moon Bay (Ocean Colony)
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay offers a full-service spa, indoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and concierge services.

Highlights
Free WiFi
Breakfast available (surcharge)
RV, bus, truck parking
Fitness facilities
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5.0
28-Nov-2025
"Our Thanksgiving stay"

Wonderful stay! Can't say enough about the staff gracious and pleasant.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 26 to Sat Nov 29 2025 at a $1370.67 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2010

Floors: 6

Rooms: 261

Non Smoking Rooms: 261

Suites: 22

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 13

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: $45

Total Taxes: 12.00%

Total Misc Fees: $3.25 USD

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Business center
  • By ocean
  • Car recommended
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - midnight
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Computer station
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 21100
  • Conference space size (meters) - 1960
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Electric car charging station
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 3
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 1
  • Firepit
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Full-service spa
  • Garden
  • Golf caddy
  • Golf cart
  • Golf clubs (equipment)
  • Golf course on site
  • Golf lessons on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Kayaking nearby
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 16
  • Number of restaurants - 3
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 6
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40
  • Pets allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pro shop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • RV, bus, truck parking
  • Recycling
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 3
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 1
  • Rooftop garden
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sauna
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shopping on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 3
  • Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 1
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Tennis lessons on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

Day 1

Breakfast Cafe Capistrano - Start your day with delicious Mexican breakfast dishes at this cozy cafe located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Half Moon Bay Brewing Company - Grab a bite to eat and try some local craft beers at this waterfront brewery located 1.8 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Sam's Chowder House - Enjoy fresh seafood and stunning ocean views at this popular restaurant located 2.5 miles from The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay.
Activity Hike along the Coastal Trail - Explore the beautiful coastal scenery and enjoy breathtaking views on this scenic hiking trail located near the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Main Street Grill - Start your day with a hearty American breakfast at this local favorite located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Moss Beach Distillery - Dine at this historic restaurant known for its stunning views and delicious seafood, located 3.2 miles from the hotel.
Dinner La Costanera - Indulge in Peruvian cuisine and enjoy panoramic ocean views at this upscale restaurant located 4.3 miles from The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay.
Activity Visit Mavericks Beach - Watch world-class surfers ride massive waves at this famous surf spot located near the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Cafe Mezza Luna - Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Mediterranean flavors at this charming cafe located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
Lunch The Barn - Savor farm-to-table cuisine and enjoy a rustic atmosphere at this popular restaurant located 2.7 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Navio - Experience fine dining and exquisite seafood dishes at this Michelin-starred restaurant located at The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay.
Activity Explore Pillar Point Harbor - Visit this picturesque harbor and enjoy activities such as kayaking, fishing, and strolling along the waterfront.

FAQs about The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay have?

There are 261 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay?

Yes, they have 13 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Is there a gym at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.

Is The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets are welcome at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay. There is a $125 one time non-refundable pet cleaning fee per stay. Pets must be leashed or held in arms in all common areas of the resort. We regret that pets are not allowed in the hotel’s restaurants, fitness center, pool area or the club lounge. This exclusion does not apply to guide or service animals. To help out our furry friends, $10 from the pet cleaning fee will be donated to the Peninsula Humane Society.

Is there shuttle service at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay?

22 Miles from San Francisco International

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay.

Feel free to use the The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Half Moon Bay event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Please see event space description for all space
71 x 100 x 11 • 7100 sqft.
Classroom
320
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
120
Hollow Square Table Layout
Theater
820
Theater Layout
Reception
700
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom 7,100 sqft (Salon I, II, III or IV 1,775 sqft) Montara 1,134 sqft Miramontes 1,110 sqft Observatory 900 sqft Pacifica 900 sqft Miramar I 897 sqft Miramar II 640 sqft Miramar III 546 sqft El Granada 702 sqft Gazeb Lawn 5,000 sqft Boardroom 548 sqft
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Pillar Point
26 x 21 x 11 • 546 sqft.
Classroom
20
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
6
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Pacifica
26 x 21 x 11 • 900 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
24
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Miramontes
55 x 20 x 11 • 1110 sqft.
Classroom
42
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
26
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Cabrillo
23 x 14 x 9 • 322 sqft.
Classroom
18
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
15
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
25
Theater Layout
Reception
15
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Miramar II
32 x 20 x 11 • 640 sqft.
Classroom
35
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
21
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
22
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Salon I, II, III or IV (Ballroom)
50 x 35 x 17 • 1775 sqft.
Classroom
90
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
42
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
32
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Observatory
30 x 30 x 11 • 900 sqft.
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
75
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Miramar III
21 x 26 x 11 • 546 sqft.
Classroom
28
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
17
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
18
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
El Granada
27 x 26 x 11 • 702 sqft.
Classroom
36
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
62
Theater Layout
Reception
62
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Miramar
80 x 26 x 11 • 2083 sqft.
Classroom
96
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
62
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
175
Theater Layout
Reception
180
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Miramar I
34 x 26 x 11 • 897 sqft.
Classroom
44
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
75
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Montara
42 x 27 x 11 • 1134 sqft.
Classroom
54
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
28
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
100 x 71 x 17 • 7100 sqft.
Classroom
375
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
150
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
700
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Ocean Lawn
100 x 50 x 0 • 5000 sqft.
Theater
350
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Miramontes Terrace
58 x 28 x 0 • 1624 sqft.
Theater
75
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
North Buff
46 x 18 x 0 • 828 sqft.
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Ballroom Terrace
100 x 12 x 0 • 1200 sqft.
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Mar Vista Lawn
120 x 60 x 0 • 7200 sqft.
Reception
600
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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