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Nantucket Whale Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers find serenity in the garden setting or adventure with nearby bike rentals at this coastal retreat, where a delicious breakfast starts each day

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The Nantucket Whale Inn combines hospitality with outdoor exploration. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, relax in the tranquil garden or gather around the firepit. With bike rentals and free WiFi available, the inn serves as an ideal base for both beach enthusiasts and cycling fans.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿6,973
฿8,151 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A living room with a fireplace, a television, and two sofas with patterned pillows.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in South Downtown, a neighbourhood in Half Moon Bay, Nantucket Whale Inn is in a shopping district and near the beach. Harley Farms Goat Dairy is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Half Moon Bay State Beach and Purisima Creek Redwoods. Half Moon Bay Golf Links and Mavericks Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Half Moon Bay travel guide
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Map
779 Main St., Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay State Beach
    Half Moon Bay State Beach
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Poplar Beach
    Poplar Beach
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Francis Beach
    Francis Beach
    7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Elmar Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Redondo Beach
    8 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Broadway Station
    23 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    19 min walk
  • Peet's Coffee
    16 min walk
  • Pasta Moon
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    19 min walk
  • Tres Amigos
    12 min walk

About this property

Nantucket Whale Inn

Bed & breakfast near Half Moon Bay State Beach
Located close to Half Moon Bay Golf Links, Nantucket Whale Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and a garden are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Portable fans, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1898
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you

At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 25

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day plus a one-off USD 25 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Nantucket Whale Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. A cleaning fee of USD 25 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Nantucket Whale Inn?

As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nantucket Whale Inn on 20 May 2026 start from ฿6,973, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Nantucket Whale Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nantucket Whale Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Nantucket Whale Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nantucket Whale Inn located?

Located in South Downtown, this bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Half Moon Bay State Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Half Moon Bay Golf Links. Purisima Creek Redwoods and Mavericks Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Nantucket Whale Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 371 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and freshly made and served. Clean room close to downtown and lot of places to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property. Exceptional service and location. Loved the home cooked breakfast. The Inn was very clean and kept up. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleaning and breakfast were both super nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tobey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
An above-expectation room, great bed, clean, fresh, cosy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The breakfast was fresh and DELICIOUS! The portions were large and the food tasted great! The server was so attentive and gracious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay and the breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Inn was so comfortable and nicely appointed. We had everything we needed and more. Very good breakfast on the pretty patio. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay! The inn is inviting and comfortable and only 2 blocks from an excellent Italian restaurant.
Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

June

The B&B is a very pretty place however it's in a noisy area , homes directly behind the place, a swim school next door so very busy during daylight hours but much quieter at night. No heat in our room and we stayed in the Nantucket room which had a jetted tub , the timer went on but no jets worked or came on . Breakfast was good and served in our room . My biggest concern is that I left numerous phone calls as well as speaking to staff prior to my leaving the premises and no one has called me back to address my concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice and staff was great! Had to leave before breakfast but I'm sure it was great too. I will be staying here again! Thanks, J. Robeson
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to stay in Half Moon Bay

A really nice bed and breakfast in a quaint old house. Lots of amenities. Friendly staff.. Great location. Tiny parking lot! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Really nice place. Lovely people. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was friendly, and the breakfast in the morning was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful inn. Delightful room. The host took me on a tour, explained everything. She called guests ahead of time to let us know about special parking considerations around the Pumpkin Festival, so I could come and go without restriction. I am so grateful. Thank you. I will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a beautiful patio with lush garden; easy walk to downtown area; incredible breakfast and complimentary wine in the evening. A lot of thoughtful personal touches!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Donald

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint B&B. Location is great on main street and walkable to all shops in old town. Parking is tight. Wi-Fi did not work, and cell service is poor. They also ran out of half-and-half for the coffee. Complementary red & white wine in the evening was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable reasonably priced B&B within walking distance of central Half Moon Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Really nicely decorated, kind and friendly, plush carpets, clean and modern bathrooms, quiet and private.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved this stay! The room was spacious with cozy vibes and the seating area right outside our room would be perfect for a nice day! Would definitely stay again. Plus the breakfast in bed was a perfect start to our morning!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and comfortable, with a nice outside patio area. The next time I am in Half Moon Bay I will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay at The Nantucket Whale Inn

The Inn is walking distance to downtown Half Moon Bay stores and restaurants. Comfortable bed and very nice breakfast. Innkeeper and staff are very cordial.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Bef & Breakfast

The place is lovely and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute charming B&B

The room was small but cozy. It was my first time at a bed and breakfast and I really loved it! The breakfast was really yummy and the overall atmosphere was quite charming! Wish there was a little More parking though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nearby restaurants and shopping. Cute B&B and a hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023