The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay

Perched atop a majestic oceanside bluff The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay delivers a Five-Star luxury service and welcomes you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of coastal Northern California. Just 30-minutes from San Francisco, Silicon Valley and the wineries of the Santa Cruz Mountains, the resort is perfectly situated for urban excursions and scenic coastal drives. Roast s'mores by one of the outdoor firepits surrounded by Adirondack chairs, tee off on one of two championship golf courses that hugs the coastline or nourish body and soul at the spa with treatments driven by the seasons, there is an adventure for every discerning traveler. After feasting on organic culinary offerings and tasting a rich tapestry of local wines, gather unwind and watch the sun set over the Pacific as the thunderous waves crash ashore. The San Francisco Bay Area's only oceanfront golf resort and spa features: Two championship 18-hole courses, The Ritz-Carlton Spa infusing local ingredients into unique treatments. Culinary offerings including: Navio, highlighting sustainable ocean cuisine; The Conservatory, creating flavorful dishes sourced from our local farms, artisans and purveyors with organic and sustainable ingredients; and The Ocean Terrace, open grill and raw bar overlooking the crashing waves of the Pacific. Let our Signature Drive be your guide to some of America’s most magnificent vistas. The Northern California drive unfolds in a series of five distinct regions: 1.) Historic Downtown Half Moon Bay Main Street, 2.) pumpkin farms, flower and plant nurseries and fruit stands, 3.) California redwood forests with access to stop for hiking or lunch at Alice’s Restaurant, 4.) Santa Cruz Mountain wineries such as Thomas Fogarty, 5.) Coastal region with wind-swept beaches and stunning ocean views.