What's included and what costs extra
The daily resort fee covers access to the spa wet facilities (steam/sauna/whirlpools), the 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool access and daily fitness classes, plus basic on-site tennis court use and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Items that commonly cost extra include meals and drinks, spa treatments and day passes, valet parking, golf tee times and rentals, the Ritz‑Carlton Club (Club Level) upgrade, rollaway beds, and pet fees.
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Resort fee — what it includes
The property charges a daily resort fee; that fee covers specific on‑site amenities rather than meals or incidentals. Typical inclusions are access to spa wet areas (steam room, sauna, whirlpools), the 24‑hour fitness center, the indoor pool, and daily fitness classes held at The Colony Club.
Tennis court reservations and use of house rackets, balls and a ball machine are listed as included with the resort fee. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the property, including guest rooms.
- Spa wet amenities (steam, sauna, whirlpools) — access included
- 24‑hour fitness center and daily fitness classes
- Indoor pool access (published hours commonly 7:00 AM–8:00 PM)
- Tennis court reservations and basic equipment
- Property‑wide complimentary Wi‑Fi
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa wet facilities | Access included; treatments are separate charges |
| Fitness center & classes | 24‑hour gym; daily classes included in resort fee |
| Tennis courts & house equipment | Six lighted courts; rackets/balls/ball machine included |
What usually costs extra — food & drink
The Ritz‑Carlton, Half Moon Bay is not an all‑inclusive property: meals and alcoholic drinks are charged separately at on‑site restaurants and bars. On‑site dining venues include Navio, The Conservatory, and Ocean Terrace; each has its own hours and reservation practices.
A cooked‑to‑order breakfast is a paid optional extra (varies by source and booking). Navio operates a separate menu structure (prix fixe and tasting menus for dinner) and recommends reservations.
- Navio (signature seafood-focused restaurant) — reservations recommended; dinner/brunch have separate charges
- The Conservatory — breakfast, lunch, dinner served à la carte
- Ocean Terrace — casual al fresco seafood and raw bar (hours differ by day)
| On‑site restaurant | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Navio | Lunch, dinner & weekend brunch — separate charges; reservations advised |
| The Conservatory | Breakfast, lunch, dinner — à la carte pricing |
| Ocean Terrace | Lunch & dinner (al fresco) — separate charges |
Spa, treatments and day passes
The Ritz‑Carlton Spa, Half Moon Bay operates daily and offers paid treatments in addition to the resort‑fee access to wet amenities. Spa services (massages, facials, specialty rituals) are charged per service and require reservations.
Guests without booked treatments can buy a Spa Day Pass to use the spa amenities — different rates apply for in‑house guests and non‑hotel guests. Spa treatments and day passes are for guests 18 or older; massages are not available to those under 18.
- Spa services (massages, facials, signature treatments) — paid per treatment; reservations required
- Spa Day Pass (in‑house guests): a published per‑person fee; higher rate for non‑hotel guests
- Spa access and many wet amenities are part of the resort‑fee inclusions only for usage, not treatments
| Item | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Spa treatment (massage/facial) | Guest pays per service; must reserve |
| Spa Day Pass (amenities only) | Published fee applies — lower for in‑house guests, higher for non‑guests |
| Use of sauna/steam/whirlpools | Included with resort fee or spa day‑pass access |
Parking, transport and other incidentals
On‑site valet parking is available for a published fee; self‑parking is limited to Guest House stays only. The property also provides a limited number of complimentary Coastal Access parking spaces for beach/trail users.
There is no complimentary airport shuttle; guests typically arrange car service, taxi or rental car. Limo/town car service can be arranged through the hotel and is a separate charge.
- Valet parking: published overnight and daytime fees apply
- Self‑parking: available only for Guest House room types
- Coastal Access parking: a limited number of complimentary spaces in the garage
| Service | Typical cost status |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Fee (published amounts) — extra |
| Self‑parking (Guest House only) | Available for certain room types |
| Airport transfer (shuttle/car service) | No complimentary shuttle — arrange and pay separately |
Golf, tennis and on‑site activities
Golf at Half Moon Bay Golf Links (on/next to the resort) requires tee‑time reservations; green fees, cart rental, and equipment rentals are charged separately through the golf operation. The property lists access to championship golf but golf is not covered by the resort fee.
Tennis court reservations and the use of house rackets/balls/ball machine are listed as included with the resort fee, but specialty coaching, private lessons, or equipment rentals beyond basic house gear may incur extra charges.
- Golf tee times, carts and club rentals — paid to the golf course
- Tennis courts (six lighted courts) — court reservations and basic equipment included in resort fee
- Other activities (guided excursions, surf lessons, bike tours) — typically additional
| Activity | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Golf (tee times, carts, clubs) | Extra — reserve with pro shop |
| Tennis court time & house equipment | Included via resort fee |
| Lessons (golf/tennis/surfing) | Extra — arrange and pay separately |
Room extras, upgrades and special policies
The resort offers a paid Ritz‑Carlton Club upgrade (Club Level) that provides access to a private lounge with culinary and cocktail presentations throughout the day and a dedicated concierge; the Club is a paid room upgrade and not included in standard room rates or the resort fee.
Optional in‑room extras that usually cost extra include rollaway beds and minibar items. The posted rollaway fee is an optional extra when requested. Pet fees and restrictions apply: pets are allowed only in designated Guest House rooms and carry a non‑refundable fee plus a nightly charge.
- Ritz‑Carlton Club (Club Level) — paid upgrade with lounge access
- Rollaway bed — available for an optional fee when requested
- Pet policy: up to two dogs (40 lbs max) allowed in Guest House rooms; non‑refundable fee plus per‑night pet charge
| Item | Typical extra cost |
|---|---|
| Ritz‑Carlton Club (Club Level) | Paid upgrade — includes lounge & added services |
| Rollaway bed | Optional nightly fee (published amount) |
| Pets in Guest House rooms | Non‑refundable fee plus per‑pet nightly charge |
