Old Thyme Inn - Half Moon Bay

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The only negative is that the bed in our "Oregano' room was too soft and probably considered too soft by anyone.

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Welcomed with a wine and cheese spread (served from 5-7pm) which we enjoyed in the lovely little garden in the back. The reservation had listed that we would have a fireplace, but we did not have this amenity. The Lavender Room was cute, but it was a bit small and was awkward to have to go out into the hall to access our private bathroom (other rooms […] did not seem to be set up this way). The bathroom did have a 6 foot long tub, so that was very nice considering that the owner provided lovely lavender bath salts. The bed was very comfortable with soft sheets and a major highlight was the wonderful breakfast the owners made for us the next day. We sat with other guests at a round table and enjoyed sharing stories with friendly travelers. Read more

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The B&B was not a hit with us. We found the Host to be rather odd maybe even aloof. The property was not as described on site (I went by reviews) There was no fireplace in our room as advertised, no bathroom, (only in hall) and the tv was a 13in tv/vcr combo. There were no coffee /tea or bevs available you had to walk down the street if you wanted coffee. […] As we left a day early, the host would not even come out to acknowledge our early departure....we had to leave the keys with his staff (whom he stood behind)We booked a room somewhere else and finished off our weekend on a positive note. Not the way to spend one's 50th birthday! Read more

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This was a great place to go for weekend away by myself!

Genuine Hotels.com guest review

The Inn owner was very friendly, breakfast was great, only a couple of miles from the Ritz which is where my conference was.

Genuine Hotels.com guest review

The hosts are a bit odd. But the breakfast was great and they try hard to meet your dietary needs.

Genuine Hotels.com guest review

My girlfriend and I booked two nights at the Old Thyme Inn as a last second option for the Memorial Day weekend, and, overall, we were happy with our stay. This Bed & Breakfast is situated at the end of a very cute block in the tourist part of Half Moon Bay, and it's within 20-minute drives of beautiful state parks and beaches. It's also about 30 minutes […] from San Francisco, which is also convenient. The Inn is definitely "Old", as the name implies, and the furnishings could use a good update or two. But, it's definitely a nice place to rest one's head, and we would recommend it, if asked. Read more

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Owners wife was away and I think the hospitality suffered as a result.

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We spent one night in this lovely B&B. The room is beautiful and clean and we had a view to the garden, the house is very pleasant and quiet. We had a nice walk to the downtown area and a nearby beach. The breakfast, even though lacking a non-sweet element, was delicious, especially the apple pancake.

Genuine Expedia guest review

Our room, including linens, bedding and notions was outstanding. The Inn offered wine and cheese in the evening. We were then able to meet and talk with other interesting guests. The breakfast was first rate. Pat

Genuine Hotels.com guest review

My stay was all too brief - in late in the evening and out by 5AM, for a one day business meeting in downtown San Francisco. The Inn's proprietors were exceptinally gracious - emailed me instructions for late check in - had sherry and chocolates waiting in my room and provided fresh muffins and fruit for my early departure the next day. The room and […] en suite bath were beautiful - heavening bedding, a gas fireplace with timer - so welcome - well appointed bath; lovely mix of antiques, robes. No street noise despite being on 1st floor in front. I only selected this Inn because there were no rooms available in San Francisco but would highly recommend this as an alternative - 30 minute cab ride to Market St in downtown San Fran in non-rush hour. I expect to come back to experience their famous breakfast, afternoon refreshments, 6 blocks to beach and well rated local restaurants, Read more

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This Inn is just as you see it on the website, which was the first great thing about this lovely little bed and breakfast. Due to the facts that we arrived on the earlier side of check-in and that they had a couple of vacancies the evening we were there, we were able to see all but one of the rooms. This worked to our favor because we had originally […] booked the Rosemary room but found it a bit small. We were easily able to switch to the Thyme room. The bed was incredibly comfortable, aided by the wonderful duvet and pillows. Definitely one of the better night's sleep I had on this trip. The only criticism I would have of my stay here is based on a comparison to other B&Bs I have stayed at. While the proprietors Rick and Kathy were nice enough, they seemed a bit better suited to be hotel front desk clerks than innkeepers. A nice little spread of wine and cheese was put out for the guests at 5:00, and although Rick came into the room a few times to check if anything needed to be replenished, he made no contact or conversation with any of us. Breakfast the next morning was delicious, but the situation was the same. He was helpful enough if you needed anything and gave good suggestions/directions of places to go, things to do, etc. However, I have become used to having the innkeepers mingle with their guests, even sitting with us at afternoon tea (or wine & cheese) as well as breakfast. Overall, a good value for the money and a pleasant one-night stay. Read more

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The owner guy wasn't very friendly. At breakfast he announced to my husband & I what the meal was without saying hello or following up with us. He was a bit condescending when we left because we had brought pads to sleep on & I guess he was offended. "Oh, you didn't use our beds?" when he saw the pads. It was all he said to us the whole time besides […] telling us our meal. The girl employees were sweet trying their best through their language barrier, no complaints there. Very clean & beautiful garden. Yummy breakfast. Read more

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we stopped in HMB for two nights, as a time killer, based on some family/friend plans at Thanksgiving which did not happen, needed to kill a couple of nights prior to SFO flight. researched HMB accomodations, B&B and hotels, as it was a 2 night stay, preferred a B&B. the OTI appeared to be among the top 5 or so, and is close to the 'downtown' area. there […] is not as much in the 'downtown' as anticipated, but we did walk to dinner one night and spent a couple of hours walking around the retail spots. the OTI is almost exactly as the web site represents, no surprises. that said, this is our first time at an 'old style' B&B, usually stay at newer locations with larger rooms and more modern walk in showers. IF you love the old stand alone tubs with a shower curtain on a pipe ring around the tub, you will like this place. IF you like more modern, walk in showers (as do I), seek another location. Breakfast company enjoyable (as we find at most B&B spots). Breakfast food was adequate, not up to the gourmet standards we have experience elsewhere. and ... California is a high cost state, so my views of value are prejudiced to locations east of there. Read more

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Drawn curtains everywhere and safety procedures at the entrance gave the creepy atmosphere. Access to communal lounge and garden. No ordinary shower in our room, only a bathtub (jacuzzi) Breakfast was too sweet. No eggs, yoghurt or cerial.  B & B means conversation at breakfast. The hosts were absent at the meal. Earliest Breakfast is 8:30.

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