Zaballa House - Half Moon Bay

Had a terric stay at this hotel.Room was clean,spacious,quiet and right in downtown.Maria on the desk was nice and the comp breakfast was super,full of fresh fruits,sheila was great and served extras too.A good stay and a good expeariance,handy for restruants,beaches and parking. I reccommend this hotel.

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At first I was a little dissappointed since the hotel seemed so closely surrounded by shops. I stayed in the old house, not the more modern motel behind. I was afraid it would be too noisy - and there was some lot street noise early on. But I slept like a baby, very comfortable bed. The huge jet bathtub was wonderful, the antique ambiance very cozy. […] Best of all was the breakfast. The most beautiful fresh fruit and quiche. Good coffee. . Loved hearing the fog horns in the distance. The hotel was very convenient to everything in town Read more

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We stayed in the main house, which is older than the larger part of the hotel. Our room was very nice and clean, we had an amazing 6ft claw-foot bathtub with jets and a detachable shower head (I think that's what we were most excited about) Location was amazing, in the middle of Main Street and the beach wasn't a far drive. Everyone was very nice and […] the breakfast provided was just as amazing as the rest of the place. For the price, you can't ask for better value. Read more

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it was lovely, but the bed was definitely not very comfortable.

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Very Nice stay

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Heritage building with lots of coats of paint. Rooms small with minimal amenities. Clean and quiet

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If you are a very particular person who likes commercialized comfort and luxaries, this place is not for you. But if you are an easy to please person who wants to feel at home in a quiet, central location in Half Moon Bay this is it. We had a wonderful weekend at the Zaballa house during our stay at Half Moon Bay. The lady at the front desk was very […] polite and helpful, our room was precious, it was very quiet, and the clawfoot jacuzzi tub and fireplace were absolutely relaxing. Television was not missed and breakfast was delicious and it was nice to meet fellow travelers over quiche and homemade goodies. The bed also wasn't that bad, although it was pretty squeaky. Nevertheless, my husband and I highly recommend Zaballa house if you want a quiet, relaxing stay in a beautiful home that has been standing for over 100 years, while being able to explore all the beauties of Half Moon Bay. We only have good things to say about it and would love to stay again! But do note: based on previous reviews, I asked to stay in the main house instead of the attachment and they fulfilled our request. There are 20 rooms with half of them being in the main house and the rest being in an outside business complex and those didn't seem as cozy as the ones in the main house. Just a heads up. Read more

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Saballa House is right in the center of Half Moon Bay and very easy to find.We stayed in one of the rooms that was above the shops and not in the main building. It was not impressive. The carpet was nasty and the room was run-down and not as clean as I would have liked. When we looked into the empty rooms in the main building, it had much more character […] and hardwood floors. They looked much cleaner. The staff was very polite and the breakfast was excellent. Maybe if we had stayed in the main building or if the other rooms were remodeled our opinion would have been better. Read more

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I had a great time at the Zaballa House. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the breakfast in the morning was great. I would definitely go back.

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We felt most welcome during this short sojourn. Staff were courteous and professional. Buffet breakfast choices were outstanding, including selection of fresh fruits.

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This hotel was a cross between a bed & breakfast and a hotel. The room was nice but did not have the amenities listed. There was no TV or hair dryer. Also no ice available; when I asked for ice she brought out one blue ice tray that wasn't frozen! They boasted a wonderful breakfast included but that wasn't available either. Not even a cup of coffee! […] Very disappointed with that part of the stay. Read more

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We weren't looking for a fancy place to stay - Just some place to lay our heads. Zaballa House is in a great location and one of the most reasonably priced places I found. We visited Half Moon Bay to do some hiking and eat good food. The service was fine (I only interacted with the front desk gal once) and the room was simple, but exceptionally clean. […] We stayed in #25 and it was very spacious with a walk-in shower. The best part about Zaballa is the location - Right on Main Street, located in the middle of all of the shops (but very quiet). We had a reservation literally across the street at Pasta Moon - Highly recommend it! We ate breakfast down the street at Moonside Bakery and Cafe - Simple and home-cooked with delicious-looking baked goods. Stumbled into the San Benito Ale House and discovered the best Bloody Mary you'll ever taste and great service. Zaballa offers wine and cheese on the weekends from 5p-7p and breakfast from 8a-10a. We didn't get a chance to experience these added perks, but I appreciated the offer. Read more

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Was a beautiful room very clean. Had a few games in the room to play which was fun. Better then sitting in front of a television. And we could walk to stores. and the beach. We had such a wonderful time!!!

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Breakfast was great.

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Excellent. The best complimentary breakfast I have ever had at a hotel/inn. Staff was very friendly and the inn had a lovely relaxed and social atmosphere.

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This hotel is great. The staff is wonderful, helpful and friendly, they really make you feel welcomed. The room and bathroom were very clean, comfortable and pretty. I will definitely come back.

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The hotel is charming with lots of history. Great location on Main Street.

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The property owner is very sweet, and was very accommodating. The attention to detail and care of the staff was definitely noticed. The room was very clean, and the bathroom was stocked daily with coffee, soaps, and shampoos. The furniture had a nice antique look, and the fire place was a very nice touch. We definitely felt "at home", and will plan […] on staying here again on our next visit to HMB. The B & B is in a great central location (the Italian restaurant across the street is amazing!). Overall, very impressed! Read more

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Delightful location, delicious breakfast, friendly staff. Some interesting historical artifacts right in the house itself.

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My wife and I had a wonderful experience at the Zaballa House. Our room was pleasant, had a fireplace and a large tub. The breakfast was outstanding consisting in part of the best granola we ever had with fresh blueberries and other fresh fruits. The owner could not have been more hospitable and generous, making our stay a true pleasure.

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Our room was great with a couple of exceptions. There was no television in our room or the common living room. Since we were expecting a television, we had not taken books with us. We had taken some work to do, but our room did not have a desk or work table. When we checked in we were told nothing about how the fireplace worked, so when the wall switch […] did nothing we simply turned the switch off. When we mentioned this the next morning, we were told that it takes five minutes or so for the fireplace to come on. It would have been nice to have been apprised of this at check-in. Breakfast was excellent, but the staff paid no attention to providing water, filling the coffee pot, etc. Wnd the others at the table had to ask for everything. This inattention to guests was also evident when we checked in. The locaton is right downtown and is great! Read more

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Great place to stay! The people are great and the rooms are comfortable! Location is great! Close to good food and great sites! Easy to travel to San Fracisco or Santa Cruz! Highly recommend!

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Loved the B&B...owner and staff were great!

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Excellent location, right downtown near restaurants, coffee shops, bookstores and other shops. Convenient walk to the beach with fantastic views. Simple, but delicious breakfast. Check-in staff very personable. Not so much with morning desk personnel. Still, a very enjoyable time in Half Moon Bay.

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The staff was great, very personable and friendly. The rooms were cute and the location was perfect!

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The Zaballa House met my needs in a B&B perfectly. Breakfast was excellent (especially quiche, housemade granola, and fresh berries), rooms comfortable, staff friendly and helpful, and location historic as well as convenient. Right downtown, we had no need to drive to dinner or to visit the shops. Wine and cheese hour (Fridays and Saturdays) was fun […] too. My only complaints would be that our room had no sitting furniture other than the bed, and that noise carried pretty far across the premises (typical of an old house, I suppose). Read more

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HAD A GOOD STAY

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The room was extremely hot when we checked in. We were told to flip the switch that operates the fireplace but nothing happened. We noticed there weren't any vents for A/C. We turned the thermostat down and left for the rest of the afternoon. Upon our return, the room was still hot! We turned the ceiling fan on and eventually it cooled down. The bed […] was horrible and squeaky. The carpet was quite worn and the paint above the shower was peeling. Other than that it was great. Read more

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Convenient location, friendly staff and clean rooms.

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The bed was too hard and the pillows were uncomfortable. Otherwise all was good.

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The room was very large and comfortable, if a little sparse, and even had a fireplace. The breakfast was remarkably good, particularly the quiche. There was also an interesting little museum of Zaballa and Half Moon Bay history on the premises. Only two downsides: there was no view at all from the room (despite being on the second floor with windows […] toward the ocean), and despite the hotel staff's assurance the beach was walkable it was actually quite a ways away. Still, the location is right in downtown which is a nice enough place for a stroll in itself. Read more

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Zaballa House Website and staff misleading as to actual amenities provided for rooms, Old run down room claimed to be "luxury suite" by hotel management over the phone. Mattress felt like a rock, Shower head from 1970's, Little water pressure, Old tube TV with 12 channels - 8 in English (No ESPN, No HBO), No WIFI, Dated furnishings - many scratched […] up with no charm, Paper thin walls even in our outer suite along the side of the main house, Rough, stained carpets, Stained furniture, Random screws left in walls, Not woken up by alarm but spider bite on my arm, Uneventful breakfast provided. This motel claims to be a B&B, but nothing about the atmosphere upon one's arrival makes you believe it. The only good thing about this place is its location within Half Moon Bay. I couldn't wait to get back home after staying here just one night. I can't stop apologizing to my wife for taking her here for our anniversary. Read more

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The glass on the window was broken, the sink was covered in rust, the bathroom floor was sticky and just all around dirty, you can hear everything from other room, do not go on a hot day because all they have are heaters in the rooms, so you'll have to open the screen less window and you better keep your curtains shut other wise everyone at the restaurant […] or in the stores can see you... The costumer service was bad, if you need help do not even bother asking them!! Read more

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Good location, easy walking distance to good restaurants. A little noisy at times from vehicles using car park and surrounding roads. Room very clean and comfortable but no coffee making facilties in room. Excellent breakfast but not served until 08.30. Reception efficent but rather brusk.

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We stayed in a suite with a small kitchenette. It was decorated in classic B&B style and was quite comfortable and clean with the exception of some stains on the carpet in the kitchenette area. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was very good. The hotel is situated right in the middle of the quaint downtown of Half Moon Bay and about a mile […] walk to the beach. Read more

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Overall, a pleasant stay. The room was huge, if not seemingly sparse, but adequately furnished. The only small complaint I have is that some rooms are attached to commercial offices that transmit some loud conversation starting early in the morning. The breakfast and service was good and the overall value was great!

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The hotel was just what we wanted. It was in the shopping district and easy to find. The hotel had everything we needed, but it had no immenities beyond the very basics. The food was great and the front desk staff was excellent.

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historic building, cozy room, wonderful breakfast with lots of fresh fruit! Would stay here again.

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Very friendly staff, great assortment of fresh fruit and other breakfast items. Nice location on Main St, near several restaurants and quaint shops.

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Excellent customer service. Thank you Maria! Wonderful breakfasts.

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We stayed on the first floor it was very noisy do to the hardwood floors, we could hear every footstep and sound the room above us made and at the front desk. The bed was pretty warn out and sagging in the middle. The breakfast in the morning was nice with lots of fresh fruit and quiches.

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We were very disappointed. This was not what I would consider a bed and breakfast as advertised. Basically this was an office building and they were using unused rooms as a hotel room by moving a couple of beds into the room. Breakfast was not much more than what you get staying at any hotel along the road.

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I loved the location! Steps away from excellent walk about shopping and restaurants in a sleepy small West Coast town. A short drive to the ocean and a sweeping, misty, sandy beach to walk upon or hang out on with a good book. The jacuzzi tub was a nice surprise. Breakfast was a social affair. Loved it! Will come back!

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