Luxury Resort: The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, United States

Within close proximity to San Francisco, but set on a secluded bluff above the Pacific Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is a perfect place for a relaxing break or a romantic getaway.

Two championship golf courses appeal to players of all skill levels, fire pits on the Ocean Lawn and a luxury spa invite conviviality and relaxation. Hotel rooms and suites are inspired by their California surroundings, as are locally sourced restaurant menus.

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay features:

• The Ritz-Carlton Club private lounge with a personal concierge staff and complimentary culinary presentations throughout the day
• 24-hour room service
• 16,000-square-foot spa and on-site spa shop
• Fitness center with Cybex gym and indoor heated swimming pool located adjacent to the resort at the Colony Club
• Three gas fire pits overlooking the Pacific Ocean
• Six lighted tennis courts
• Access to both on-property championship golf courses; golf pro shop and dedicated golf concierge

Golf Destination: The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, United States

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is an inspiring destination for golf enthusiasts. Located in a short distance from San Francisco, along the coast, the resort provides amazing views to the sea.  

The resort offers two championship golf courses each with its own unique terrain and style of play. The historic parkland-style Old Course features cypress trees and an 18th hole overlooking the ocean. The more challenging Ocean Course includes rugged terrain and ocean views from every hole.

The Old Course

• 7,001 yards
• Originally designed by Francis Duane and Arnold Palmer in 1973
• Redesigned by Arthur Hills in 1999
• Parkland-style course with a home hole that plays next to the ocean waves and fairways lined with cypress trees
• Par 72 

The Ocean Course

• 6,914 yards
• Pacific Ocean views from every hole
• Designed by renowned golf architect Arthur Hills
• Traditional Scottish design complemented by the natural terrain of the rugged Northern California coast
• With prevailing ocean winds, tight fairways and knolls, the course offers a challenging and enjoyable test for golfers
• Par 72