The Old Course is generally considered to be the best (and certainly the most difficult) of the two Half Moon Bay golf courses. They also ask me if the Half Moon Bay resort can compete with its sexiest brother in the south, Pebble Beach. And if you don't have to travel a lot to play golf and you're just looking for a great vacation with some nice courses, I think you'll love an experience at Half Moon Bay. Led by Kevyn Cunningham, the teaching professionals at Half Moon Golf Academy will adapt classes to your specific objectives and your level of play.
Half Moon stands the test of time, remaining true to its origins in length and intention, allowing golfers to pursue par and history between the palms in Half Moon. If you want to know more about the experience of staying at the hotel, here's my full review of the Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay. The Half Moon Bay Old Course was built in 1973 and was designed by Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane. From San Francisco, drive 30 minutes south on SR 1 to the south, through the community of Half Moon Bay, until you reach the resort.
I just returned from my second trip to California, where I spent a long weekend staying at the Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay and playing on the two golf courses there. The field, which passes through a secluded sugar cane farm, extends to the tip of the hillsides with views of Half Moon.
