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    Half Moon Bay Golf Links

    4.0 (191 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Lori I.

    Played the ocean course. Stunning views. Wide open fields that go on forever. No houses along the fairways. Feels like Europe somewhere. It was so cold at 8am in November. Club rentals $75 come with sleeve of balls, but if you're a higher handicapper, bring more balls because the rough/bushes will take your balls. Highly recommend! I've played many ocean courses in Hawaii (Mauna Kea, Mauna Lani, Wailea, Turtle Bay, Kaneohe Klipper), but THIS COURSE was breathtaking in a whole new way.

    Ryan D.

    Lost Kirkland Pitching Wedge from the Ocean Course! Please let me know if you may have accidentally picked it up. Thank you so much. This course was beautiful. We got really lucky with beautiful views and weather on a Sunday tee time 3 weeks ago. I will definitely be coming back and hope the weather was even half as good as it was when I played.

    Lily S.

    Half Moon Bay Golf Course is my favorite golf course so far. With the sea breeze blowing and the green grass, every moment of swinging here feels like a vacation.

    Connie S.

    I played the ocean course and my oh my.. what a beautiful course with amazing views. When we tee'ed off, it was foggy and I was a bit worried but by the back 9, sky cleared up and beautiful views.

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    Auden W.

    Amazing Golf Course and views. Very well maintained. I would suggest starting earlier as it gets dark during the winter around 5pm so you'll be playing in pitch black. The driving carts are awesome as there's a screen with yards to hole. Pair that up with that nice ocean breeze, perfect! I need to come back here again ASAP!!

    Lesli S.

    Played the ocean course and couldn't have been happier. It was dreary and felt like a day in Ireland on the links. The entire course was in great condition, the greens were fast, and the views (especially on the back nine) were spectacular. The course had its fair share of up and down as well as blind shots (a few too many for my liking). The fairways gave ample room for tee shots but could be punished by fescue and bushes for errant shots. Playing up the cart path side of each hole gave you a good angle to the various greens. The starters and marshalls were very pleasant and helpful. Holes 15-18 were truly world class and provided great views of the pacific. Only bummer is no driving range. Based on other reviews went to Ocean View public driving range b4 tee time but it was terrible & wouldn't recommend.

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    Emily D.

    First time golfing at Half Moon Bay Golf Links Ocean Course. Grounds were beautiful and maintained. Hit into lots of bunkers and if you didn't hit the fairway, then the sides were long grass and couldn't find my ball! We purchased the once a year Golf Moose coupon to play Half Moon Bay Golf. Glad we did and would like to try the other course next time. The scenery itself is worth it. Hope to be back to golf this course again.

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    Jorge T.

    The second time I've had the privilege of playing this beautiful course. Half moon bay golf links is truly in amazing shape right now, seamless experience from the bag check in to the first hole. The only downside is that it does not have a driving range but the chipping, and putting area is well kept and pretty big. Huge thanks to Nate Hillman for the tips on the driving ranges around the area, knowledge of the golf course, and of course his kindness and hospitality made the day extra special. Can't wait to come and play again.

    Craig G.

    Save your money if golf in Scotland is a goal. Bag pipe sunset serenades, cool (ok...freaking cold ocean breezes); the course with moguls of green, undulating endlessly hugging up to the rugged pacific coastline, looking out west over the expanse of grey and white chop, the thought that Hawaii is somewhere out there would never enter your head. With a thick marine layer obscuring the location of the sun, it's more like your view is east, off the North Sea and venturing off the coast will land you in Norway Denmark or the Netherlands. The south course challenges your skills at every corner. However as long as you hit it straight you can score pretty well. (I was 12 inches from an eagle on #8 par 5) The cool weather wreaked havoc on the cart batteries as may were dead by 14th hole. The staff was really scrambling to keep up. But they were quick accommodating, under the circumstances. FYI the club house closes at 7 and the Hotel only serves guests of the resort. So either get done early or bring some thing to eat, the hit at the 10th hole was closed. We only saw the refreshment cart once on the 15th hole

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    Shirley N.

    Today the four of us redeemed our Golf Moose vouchers. The voucher was valid for either the ocean course and the old course. Last year we played the ocean course so we decided we'd play the the old course. I called the pro shop to make tee time and had to leave my credit card information. Tee time was 8:45am today, but the starter allowed us to start at 8:30am behind a foursome. Weather wise it was overcast and chilly. I had four layers on. And kept four layers on for 18 holes. It wasn't until we rounded the corner to the 17th hole that we felt the ocean breeze. At that point we were facing the Pacific Ocean. It's true about the 18th hole. A spectacular view of the Ritz Carlton hotel and the Pacific Ocean. The 18th hole is a par four cart path only. Now that I've had a chance to play both the ocean course and the old course I'd be satisfied with playing either. It appears the ocean course is more popular. Today anyway.

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    Carlo D.

    Sweet! Listen. I'm not a PGA pro. I love a challenging and beautiful venue (this place more than exceeded my expectations. Be ready to take tons of pics and pay a big bit price (ocean view). Challenging and beautiful (greens were sanded and full of holes-Yeah! You know what it's called). Made for an interested putting game. We were there celebrating my sons birthday. Definitely bucket list worthy. Go play just before the sun goes down. You won't be disappointed.

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    So glad you enjoyed your round Lori!

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    Glad you enjoyed your visit!

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    Outstanding and beautiful view golf. Wind is a challenge but I'd love to come back! The course was incredible.

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    love this place. Beautiful views and great Service just be warned that prices are high but I'll be back for sure

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    The staff is very friendly and at the 19th hole there is an outside area attached to the Ritz Carlton with seating and fire pits to enjoy.

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