What's it like in Princeton?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Half Moon Bay's Princeton neighborhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Princeton area?

When you want to find places to stay in Half Moon Bay, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Princeton.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Princeton, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Princeton.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Princeton?

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What is there to do in this Half Moon Bay neighborhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Princeton include Capistrano Road Beach, Pillar Point Harbor, and Pillar Point Harbor Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Half Moon Bay, be sure to visit other sights like Mavericks Beach or Vallejo Beach.

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a dining area, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.

1. Oceano Hotel and Spa

El Granada, 0.7 km from Princeton

Chris

￥49,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with a blue sofa, a small table with a plant and a champagne bucket, and a view of trees through large windows.

2. Harbor View Inn

El Granada, 0.6 km from Princeton

Helen

￥27,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A coastal property with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a view of the ocean.

3. Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach

Miramar, 2.9 km from Princeton

Alison

￥40,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, large windows, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.

4. Quality Inn Half Moon Bay/Miramar Beach

Miramar, 3.6 km from Princeton

Maricruz

￥25,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

5. Miramar Inn

Miramar, 3.5 km from Princeton

Tina

￥19,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern interior with a central bar area, seating, and a staircase.

6. Grand Hyatt at SFO

14.3 km from Princeton

James

￥54,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, fire pits, and large umbrellas.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

15.2 km from Princeton

Karen

￥24,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A building with stone walls, a covered entrance, and wooden barrels.

8. Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

8.5 km from Princeton

Maria

￥31,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A restaurant with tables and booths, large windows with ocean views, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

9. Pacifica Lighthouse Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

11.4 km from Princeton

Brian

￥25,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".

10. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Ocean Colony, 9.9 km from Princeton

Craig

￥28,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

11. The Westin San Francisco Airport

14.5 km from Princeton

steven

￥27,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.

12. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

14.6 km from Princeton

Samantha

￥20,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

13. San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

14.8 km from Princeton

sam

￥28,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

18.3 km from Princeton

Ashley

￥22,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple seating areas, and a glass ceiling.

15. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

14.5 km from Princeton

Christopher

￥30,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a coastal landscape with cliffs and the ocean.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco Pacifica

11.2 km from Princeton

Tiffany

￥32,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

17. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

15.7 km from Princeton

Yvonne

￥21,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wicker chairs, and umbrellas.

18. Courtyard San Francisco Airport Burlingame

15.2 km from Princeton

Matthew

￥23,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A modern lobby with a cityscape mural, a reception desk, seating area, and a door with blinds.

19. Hotel Skye SFO

14.3 km from Princeton

Laurie

￥22,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, bar stools, and a glass display case filled with bottles.

20. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

16.8 km from Princeton

Lori

￥19,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Where to stay in Princeton

Find the best Princeton areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A beach at sunset with waves, a flock of birds, and a distant island.

El Granada

Located 25 miles south of San Francisco, this coastal village boasts a unique concentric-circular street layout designed by architect Daniel Burnham. Accessible via State Route 1, it's nestled between Montara, Moss Beach, and Half Moon Bay.

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A lighthouse at sunset with a wooden log in the foreground.

Miramar

While visiting Miramar, you might make a stop by sights like Miramar Beach and Naples Beach.

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Ocean Colony

While visiting Ocean Colony, you might make a stop by sights like Half Moon Bay Golf Links and Pelican Point Beach.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

Arleta Park

When in Arleta Park, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay State Beach and Poplar Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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South Downtown

While South Downtown isn't home to many top sights, Half Moon Bay State Beach and Poplar Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Princeton Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk was accommodating and excellent. I wish I would have written down the names of the staff to give them a shout out. Great stay. Highly recommend this location."

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here, traveling in from out of town for a Giants game. The location was perfect and easy to get to the Caltrain station. The space was nice for our family, providing 3 bedrooms and a comfortable living room. Even with the narrow driveway, we were able to park our large SUV"

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Our top choices for Princeton hotels

1. Oceano Hotel and Spa

2. Harbor View Inn

3. Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach

4. Quality Inn Half Moon Bay/Miramar Beach

5. Miramar Inn

6. Grand Hyatt at SFO

7. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

8. Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

9. Pacifica Lighthouse Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10. Half Moon Bay Lodge

11. The Westin San Francisco Airport

12. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

13. San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

15. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco Pacifica

17. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

18. Courtyard San Francisco Airport Burlingame

19. Hotel Skye SFO

20. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Where to stay in Princeton

El Granada

Miramar

Ocean Colony

Arleta Park

South Downtown

Top Princeton Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

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