El Granada Travel Guide

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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 AU$501 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$501
8 Mar - 9 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! (1,005 reviews)
Great interiors, excellent service and cleanliness.

Reviewed on 28 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 AU$459 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$459
11 Mar - 12 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
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
835 Airport Blvd Burlingame CA
The price is AU$161 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$161
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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! (1,475 reviews)
The rooms are out dated and need new air con units . The carpet was old. Bathroom fixtures old and air con units ran VERY noisy all night

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
The price is AU$230 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$230
8 Mar - 9 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! (4,856 reviews)
In need of updates, great staff, breakfast options and location. Rooms need updating; beds, toiletries brands.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

2.5 out of 5
485 Veterans Blvd Redwood City CA
The price is AU$137 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$137
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,674 reviews)
Simple, clean, inexpensive room for a no frills stay for just myself after activities near this hotel. Free parking (lighted parking lot) and no issues with car.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco

3 out of 5
1095 Market St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$180 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$180
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
Room was tiny. Nice to have a towel warmer, but accessible from shower so towel got cold before it could be used.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around El Granada

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Miramar

If you're spending some time in Miramar, Miramar Beach and Naples Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Miramar
Awesome place to visit and try their handcrafted spirits. Fun tours and tastings!!!

Princeton

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

Princeton
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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.

Alsace Lorraine
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Heritage Downtown

Though Heritage Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Francis Beach and Poplar Beach.

Heritage Downtown
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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.

Arleta Park
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South Downtown

While South Downtown 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.

South Downtown


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