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Nantucket Whale Inn

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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779 Main St., Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019
  • Place, Elmar Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Half Moon Bay State Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Francis Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Half Moon Bay

Located in South Downtown within a mile (2 km) of Half Moon Bay State Beach, Nantucket Whale Inn is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Half Moon Bay Golf Links. This 7-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Elmar Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Poplar Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Francis Beach - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Redondo Beach - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Broadway Station - 23 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Nantucket Whale Inn

Guests staying at Nantucket Whale Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you drive, take advantage of free parking.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Portable fans are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 25
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Nantucket Whale Inn?

Nantucket Whale Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nantucket Whale Inn on Jul 9, 2026 start from $243, including 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.

What's there to see close to Nantucket Whale Inn?

This bed & breakfast is situated in South Downtown within a short 20-minute walk of Half Moon Bay State Beach and also 17 minutes on foot from Elmar Beach. You'll also find Miramar Beach and Dunes Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Nantucket Whale Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Nantucket Whale Inn include a casino?

No, Nantucket Whale Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Nantucket Whale Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Nantucket Whale Inn?

There are many amenities for couples at this bed & breakfast, including champagne service as well as couples/private dining and proposal/romance packages.

Are there hot tubs at Nantucket Whale Inn?

No, but some guestrooms at this bed & breakfast feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Nantucket Whale Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Nantucket Whale Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Nantucket Whale Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Nantucket Whale Inn for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Nantucket Whale Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Nantucket Whale Inn?

The closest major airport to Nantucket Whale Inn is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 17.8 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 23.3 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Nantucket Whale Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Nantucket Whale Inn.

Nantucket Whale Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 375 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and well designed property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Nantucket Whale Inn. We received a warm welcome, nicely decorated room, right on main street walk to everything. Yes, we will be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pet friendly the greeter was ill so everything was done remotely. It was very easy. We left before breakfast but it looked delishish
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loveeeee this place everything was perfect and beautiful….
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't see a hot tub. Did not need A/C, but fireplacenice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Tiny room. Detached bathroom wasn’t optimal. Nice staff but for 500 dollars a night I would have expected much more.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine. Not much staff present so no comment on that. . Breakfast was minimal but ok. In our humble opinion, based on lots of experience in many places, the Inn is over priced for what it offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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
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10/10 Excellent

Haroon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B for a seaside vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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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

8/10 Good

Lauren

lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
This was a very lovely bnb. Clean, quiet and very comfortable beds. The downside was very little parking, you had to be there between 4-6pm for check-in and the breakfast was not very good. It is eggs, sausage and potatoes but they were cold and uncooked - I heard the microwave being used and it tasted like it. Toast served cold and no butter and no milk for tea. Also the breakfast staff were not very friendly and made it clear that she was ready for us to go. I would stay again but they need better breakfasts! microwave running
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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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
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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
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6/10 Okay

Wasan Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thought it was too expensive for the kind of place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paulete

Liked: Cleanliness
Like home great food and welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jasvir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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

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