El Granada Travel Guide

Half Moon Bay

So I tend to see a lot of sunsets as you might find out... my favorite part is seeing how the textures and colors evolve and shift in the sky as the light perspective changes. I loved watching the Sand Pipers dance with the waves as they came in. That's Half Moon Bay in the distance and the world famous surf spot, Mavericks, just to the left of the headland.
So I tend to see a lot of sunsets as you might find out... my favorite part is seeing how the textures and colors evolve and shift in the sky as the light perspective changes. I loved watching the Sand Pipers dance with the waves as they came in. That's Half Moon Bay in the distance and the world famous surf spot, Mavericks, just to the left of the headland.
NO EDITING: cold and cloudy day at Mavericks. #JayMoriarty got famous here.... #California
#beachbound #lifeatexpedia #gnomads #beach
This place is actually pretty lame but the large crowds, and naval base in the hills make for an interesting silhouette.

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Oceano Hotel and Spa

Oceano Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
280 Capistrano Road Half Moon Bay CA
The price is £260 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
£260
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Half Moon Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great,,spacious, clean room with a view of the harbor. The location can’t be beat..so many great places to eat, drink and shop within a short walk.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Oceano Hotel and Spa
The Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay

The Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay

3.5 out of 5
4100 Cabrillo Hwy N Half Moon Bay CA
The price is £238 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£238
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Half Moon Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

3 out of 5
701 3rd St San Francisco CA
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The price is £147 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
£147
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,007 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

2.5 out of 5
485 Veterans Blvd Redwood City CA
The price is £71 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
£71
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Redwood City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,644 reviews)
From a seamless check-in with friendly staff, a clean quiet room.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
The price is £119 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£119
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,817 reviews)
A party all night above me. People coming and going. After three calls to the desk,the staff member stated stop calling me I want to sleep, I stated so do I. Staff member stated do you want ear plugs. Staff member states he would discount my night but went back on his word in the morning.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
835 Airport Blvd Burlingame CA
The price is £91 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
£91
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,472 reviews)
The hotel was wonderful. I only gave 4 stars because the rooms are a little outdated - torn drape, the plug in under the night stand did not work so no working clock. The room, itself was clean. The breakfast buffet food was cold but the service was fantastic. The lobby area super clean.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
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