The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay  

Perched on a bluff above the Pacific in Half Moon Bay, steps from Pelican Point Beach and the Half Moon Bay Golf Links. About 20 miles (≈37 km) from San Francisco International Airport and a short stroll to town. A luxury coastal golf resort that’s pet-friendly and family-friendly, with sweeping ocean views.

Inspired by grand 19th-century seaside lodges, rooms blend lodge warmth with modern polish. Expect down comforters, Egyptian cotton sheets, Smart TVs and iPod docks, plus private baths with separate tubs and showers, minibars and bathrobes. Little touches lean local — open-fire terraces for craft s'mores and sunset-watching moments.

A large spa (about 1,500 m²) offers massages, body treatments, facials and seasonal treatments like pumpkin therapy. Stay active with two championship golf courses, a golf pro shop, outdoor tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga area and indoor heated pool. Concierge services, on-site shopping, a library and a tours desk round out the offerings — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and end the day with coastal sunsets.

Over 21,000 sq ft of event space with 16 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business center. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet, limo/town-car service and full concierge support make meetings and events easy.

Three on-site restaurants plus a bar and cafe serve coastal and Northern California flavors paired with local wines. 24-hour room service is available, and cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily. Small, memorable moments like craft s'mores over an open fire add flavor to the stay.