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
$506
1 night at 3-star hotel
Half Moon Bay in December
Estimated hotel price
$506
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 New Zealand to Half Moon Bay include Lufthansa, United Airlines and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Half Moon Bay from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h.

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 Hertz and Europcar, 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 New Zealand to Half Moon Bay include Lufthansa, United Airlines and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Half Moon Bay from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h.

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 Hertz and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Half Moon Bay

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Half Moon Bay

Lufthansa
Good (8,111 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,615 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,904 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,860 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,275 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,469 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,308 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 $901 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,007 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

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$280+
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Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Airport North
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$188+
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Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$234+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$238+
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Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
2 stars
Okay (5.4, Okay reviews)
$128+
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Hiring a car in Half Moon Bay

Expect to pay $2.06 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 $24.64 and $32.85. 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 $2.06 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 $24.64 and $32.85. 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.