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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Half Moon Bay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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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
₹ 27536
1 night at 3-star hotel
Half Moon Bay in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 27536
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 11 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Half Moon Bay from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 16h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Half Moon Bay is to pick up a car hire from San Francisco, which is about 22 miles from Half Moon Bay. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Fox, 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 centre. The shortest flight to Half Moon Bay from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 16h 05m.

Car

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

Airports near Half Moon Bay

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Half Moon Bay

Lufthansa
Good (8,144 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,126 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,449 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,480 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,005 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,629 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,885 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,352 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (421 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,416 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,339 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 Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection, Half Moon Bay offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 43,460 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 114,365 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn Half Moon Bay/Miramar Beach and Harbor View 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 (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 31,698+
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Oceano Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 28,230+
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Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,736+
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 16,501+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 114,365+
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Half Moon Bay Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 19,173+
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Hiring a car in Half Moon Bay

Expect to pay ₹ 105 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 ₹ 1,260 and ₹ 1,680.

Expect to pay ₹ 105 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 ₹ 1,260 and ₹ 1,680.