Half Moon Bay Hotel Guide. Hotels in South Downtown, Half Moon Bay, United States of America

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Our top choices for South Downtown hotels

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Nantucket Whale Inn

Nantucket Whale Inn

Nantucket Whale Inn
3.5 star property
South Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (342)
"Clean room, great location, walking distance to everything."
United States
Tobey
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Nantucket Whale Inn
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The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
17 km from South Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2028)
"Comfortable room, welcome glass of wine, easy shuttle to and from airport, friendly staff."
United States
Carole
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Breakfast and dinner served
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
4.0 star property
24.3 km from South Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1332)
"Great location, clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Rubia
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
Lobby
Hotel 1550

Hotel 1550

Hotel 1550
3.5 star property
17.4 km from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1047)
"Great front desk experience, nice room and very convenient to the airport. "
United States
Elmaz
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Hotel 1550
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Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
16.8 km from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2243)
"All good, friendly staff, spotless room. "
United States
Michael
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Building design
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
18.5 km from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2588)
"Great room loved the type of hotel."
United States
Eugenia
Hotel Aluxor SFO
Courtyard
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
16.6 km from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2751)
"Nice airport hotel…staff was great, breakfast was amazing "
United States
Lynne
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
16.3 km from South Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Clean room, personable staff and good value for the room rate"
United States
Craig
LiA Hotel
Garden
Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South

Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South

Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South
3.0 star property
16.9 km from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Very clean, nicely appointed and spacious room. Although things were a bit noisy due to the proximity of the runways and airport movement areas, enjoyed the stay. Free breakfast was average."
United States
Aloke
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South
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SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
17 km from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2964)
"Rooms were very clean and the check in and check out was very quick. "
United States
Jacobo
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lobby
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
16.6 km from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1252)
"Good place to stay, clean and good breakfast."
United States
Xiaohong
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
Two Queens Deluxe Room
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
17.7 km from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1525)
"Just a nice stay"
United States
Francisco
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
16.5 km from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1371)
"Great location and staff"
United States
Ernest Dean
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Outdoor banquet area
The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
27.8 km from South Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (978)
"Great stay! Thanks!"
United States
Michael
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Palo Alto Inn
Bar (on property)
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
20.8 km from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1705)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Florence
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Deluxe Double Room
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
2.5 star property
17.8 km from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (694)
"Great stay! "
United States
Mahesh Chander
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
16.2 km from South Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2319)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Olivet
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Sports facility
Hyatt Centric Mountain View

Hyatt Centric Mountain View

Hyatt Centric Mountain View
4.0 star property
28.8 km from South Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (713)
"We always stay at this location when visiting family. It is clean, comfortable, and the staff is always so welcoming. The rooms are good size too!"
United States
Shirell
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hyatt Centric Mountain View
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Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
3.0 star property
Ocean Colony, 2.7 km from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1085)
"Always great staff here, nice rooms, nice jacuzzi "
United States
Pamela
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Half Moon Bay Lodge
Lobby
Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
17.9 km from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2559)
"Clean, quiet, close to the airport."
United States
RICHARD
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hotel Aura SFO
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Where to stay in South Downtown

Find the best South Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

El Granada

El Granada is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Pillar Point Harbor or Capistrano Road Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Princeton

While Princeton isn't home to many top sights, Capistrano Road Beach and Pillar Point Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alsace Lorraine

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alsace Lorraine and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay State Beach and Francis Beach.

Arleta Park

While Arleta Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Half Moon Bay State Beach and Poplar Beach.

Ocean Colony

If you're spending some time in Ocean Colony, Half Moon Bay Golf Links and Pelican Point Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Top South Downtown Hotel Reviews

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

10/10 Excellent
"The room was spotless the staff was great. But there was no microwave in the room."
Barry 7-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South Downtown?
Travellers to Half Moon Bay's South Downtown neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.
Where is the best place to stay in South Downtown?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Nantucket Whale Inn is the highest ranked property in South Downtown. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the South Downtown area?
When you want to find places to stay in Half Moon Bay, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in South Downtown.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in South Downtown.
What is there to do around this Half Moon Bay neighbourhood?
Poplar Beach, Half Moon Bay State Beach and Francis Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Downtown. Redondo Beach and Elmar Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Half Moon Bay.