The Coastal Trail is a seaside biking and walking trail along the California coast. Trail is accessible and mostly paved throughout Half Moon Bay.
Mavericks Beach offers world-famous big wave surfing action. Enjoy watching from a bluff above the beach. A 7 minute drive or 30 minute walk from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn.
Half Moon Bay State Beach is a series of small beaches. Francis Beach is nice for a family day at the beach, with picnic areas and restrooms. A 12 minute drive from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn.
Half Moon Bay Golf Links has 36 holes oceanside. Next to the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Half Moon Bay. A 20 minute drive south from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn.
Book a six-person charter to fish for salmon or tuna, watch surfers off of Maverick’s Beach, go sea-birding, etc. Across the street from Oceano Hotel, seven minute walk from Harborview Inn.
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company is a
microbrewery next door to the Oceano Hotel, with outdoor dining with ocean views. Beers and food. Open every day.
Lemos Farm has pony rides, petting zoo, train rides, bounce houses, and goat yoga. Open Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Can be popular, so call ahead and arrive early. 12 minute drive from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn.
Ride a cable car, catch a ferry around the bay or to Alcatraz Island, eat seafood, bark at sea lions, rent a bike (San Francisco is hilly!!), interact with street artists. You can do all of these things at Fisherman’s Wharf. A 50-minute drive from Half Moon Bay.
The Oceano Hotel and Spa offers spa services from Thursday through Monday, 10 AM to 5 PM. Services include massages, facials, scrubs, and others. A reservation is recommended.
You can rent bikes (complete with helmet and bike lock) near the trail, across the street from Oceano Hotel, seven minute walk from Harborview Inn.
Hike in a California Redwood Forest at Purisma Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve. Three trails of varying length and difficulty, including wheelchair-accessible Cowell-Purisma Trail. A 20-min drive from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn.
Barbara’s Fish Trap
Famous fresh seafood, focusing on fried options. Open 11 am to 7 pm daily. No reservations, and usually a line. Across the street from Oceano Hotel, seven minute walk from Harborview Inn.
Sam’s Chowder House
Famous fresh seafood, including lobster rolls and pastas. Open daily, no reservations on the weekend. Ten minute walk from Oceano Hotel, 15 minute walk from Harborview Inn. Harborside patio dining.
The Barn
When you’ve had enough seafood and need an American burger. Vegan friendly. Open Weds to Sun, 7 am to 7 pm. Four minute drive from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn, in the heart of Half Moon Bay.
The Barterra Winery is in downtown Half Moon Bay, open every day from noon to 6 pm or 7 pm. Wines and small bites. Nine minute drive from Oceano Hotel/Harborview Inn.
Try vodkas and gins at the woman-owned Half Moon Bay Distillery. Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 am to 3 pm. Fifteen minute walk from Oceano Hotel, 20-minute walk from Harborview Inn, on the harbor.
In downtown Half Moon Bay, the Mavericks Crepe Cafe is open 9 am to 3 pm everyday. Menu includes crepes, omelettes, pancakes, etc. Vegetarian options.
Popular for its food, drinks, and atmosphere, you can't beat San Benito House in downtown Half Moon Bay. Open daily 11:30 am to 9 or 10 pm. Ten minute drive from hotels.
Join the locals every Friday and Saturday at Cameron's British Pub from 7 to 10 pm for karaoke. Fifteen minute drive from hotels in downtown Half Moon Bay.