What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Half Moon Bay?

One of the benefits of staying at a motel around Half Moon Bay is budget-friendly rates. This means extra pennies in your wallet for activities and tours. Often positioned near airports and major roads, and with on-site parking, this kind of getaway is a popular option among road trippers. When you check in to a 3-star hotel, you'll get more than just comfortable accommodation to relax in. You'll also usually have access to conveniences like conference rooms and a fitness centre.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Half Moon Bay?

Stay within your budget at one of our 3-star hotels with complimentary breakfast in Half Moon Bay. Wake up and grab a tea or coffee at Half Moon Bay Lodge , which comes with a swimming pool and a garden. Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach is another getaway that provides your morning meal and drinks without an extra cost.

Do any 3-star hotels in Half Moon Bay have a pool?

We've got some fabulous 3-star options in Half Moon Bay where you can take a relaxing swim, like The Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay and Half Moon Bay Lodge . June, July and August, which are the summer months here, are wonderful for checking in to a 3-star hotel with a pool. If you're craving the warmest weather for your poolside holiday, arrive in September when temperatures average from 15ºC at night to 20ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Half Moon Bay have an on-site restaurant?

Ocean View Inn is a top 3-star property in Half Moon Bay. With its handy on-site restaurant, you can avoid the hassle of looking for dining choices nearby.

Do any 3-star hotels in Half Moon Bay have WiFi?

Whether you want to stay connected with your loved ones, watch movies or access information on the go, surfing the web couldn't be simpler at one of our 3-star hotels. You can hook up to the WiFi at a selection of accommodation like Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach and Half Moon Bay Lodge .

What 3-star hotels in Half Moon Bay have parking?

Our top recommendations are Half Moon Bay Lodge and Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach . These 3-star escapes in Half Moon Bay provide parking, making it convenient for you to climb behind the wheel and go. Once you've ticked off the major sights here, why not get behind the wheel and venture a little farther away? Two excellent ideas for day trips from central Half Moon Bay include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California, Santa Cruz.

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Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

South San Francisco

Florence

2.847.035 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Dec - 29 Dec

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Jonathan

3.692.184 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Bayfront

Leonard

2.457.729 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Dec - 19 Dec

The Pickwick Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Sharon

3.133.156 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Ingold - Milldale

Narendra Reddy

3.591.883 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026

The Dylan at SFO

Millbrae

Michael

3.403.093 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Airport District

Robert

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

Millbrae

Thomas

3.006.947 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Dec - 21 Dec

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Union Square

Kalinda

2.359.252 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Millbrae

Simon

3.306.960 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Dec - 31 Dec

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Sunnyvale

ryan

2.590.595 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Dec - 13 Dec

Maple Tree Inn

Sunnyvale

Donald

2.629.082 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Dec - 30 Dec

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Palo Alto

Brian

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

Millbrae

Lesly

3.502.888 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

Jon

4.995.309 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Airport District

Nick

3.001.869 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Oyster Point

Marco

2.998.018 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Palo Alto

Kelly

4.354.080 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

Creekside Inn

Barron Park

Debra

3.049.424 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Dec - 26 Dec

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf

Shannon

4.017.569 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Dec - 18 Dec

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5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA

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5.668.591 ₫ total

14 Dec - 15 Dec

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Half Moon Bay?

Expedia customers seeking a comfortable and convenient Half Moon Bay stay often pick Half Moon Bay Lodge. This 3-star hotel, roughly 5 km south of the centre, comes with a garden and a swimming pool. Want another top tip? Located 6 km northwest of downtown and including an ocean view and a beach view, Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach is also a top pick among guests.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Half Moon Bay?

The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Half Moon Bay will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally lower priced and come with the amenities and services required to be comfy, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can count on a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket furnishings, premium toiletries and extra touches like on-site day spas.

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Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

The Pickwick Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

The Dylan at SFO

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Maple Tree Inn

Dinah's Garden Hotel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

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