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The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

4.5(4,316)
Hotel

About

Perched on ocean cliffs just 20 miles from San Francisco, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay offers commanding Pacific views alongside two championship golf courses and a spa with locally inspired treatments. The resort’s three restaurants serve fresh California cuisine with coastal ingredients, complemented by outdoor fire pits perfect for sunset gatherings.

The hotel blends luxury accommodations with business-ready event spaces, ideal for executive retreats or client dinners. With expansive terraces, private fire pits, and attentive service, it delivers a distinctive setting where work and relaxation meet the Northern California coast.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with oceanfront views
  • Client dinners with upscale coastal dining
  • Golf outings paired with luxury accommodations

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Dramatic ocean bluff setting with panoramic Pacific views
Location
Dramatic ocean bluff setting with panoramic Pacific views
Perched atop cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort offers sweeping coastal vistas visible from multiple outdoor spaces including terraces and fire pits, creating a memorable natural backdrop for events.
Terraces with gas fire pits overlooking the ocean
Outdoor Spaces
Terraces with gas fire pits overlooking the ocean
Multiple outdoor terraces feature cozy gas fire pits that provide warmth and ambiance, allowing guests to enjoy the ocean breeze and sunset views in a relaxed yet refined setting.
Two championship golf courses with ocean views
Golf
Two championship golf courses with ocean views
The property includes two well-designed championship golf courses, one offering ocean views from every hole and a notable 18th hole designed by Arnold Palmer, enhancing the venue’s appeal for golf enthusiasts.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 4,316 reviews