Landis Shores Oceanfront Inn

We've attempted to stay at other BnB's, but we've yet to find one that compares close to Landis Shores. We love the ocean front views and the culinary skills of Ken surpass any breakfast out there. It is a bit expensive, but you can't put a price on ocean waves, fog horn and great personal service. My wife and I consider Landis Shores "Our Place". The Souza's Salida Ca

I have stayed at the Landis 8 times in the past 7 years, It is thee MOST WONDERFUL PLACE!!!!!!!!! I can hardly wait to return. It is a special occasion place for me. Get one of the rooms with the rocking chairs!

Simply the best place to stay. Close to a great restaurant and the ocean. It is on a great path that goes for miles. Will stay here again for sure.

We spent out honeymoon here in the Napa Valley room. You can see the ocean from the bed! The service here was amazing. The breakfast is probably the best I have had at any inn. There is a wonderful restaurant next door. The price is a little on the high side but well worth it for any special occasion!

It is a wonderful inn. Beautiful room and service plus a great ocean view.

We had a much needed get away and loved how close to the ocean we were, everything was so close and convenient, walking, Peet's coffee Sam's Chowder House,etc. Ellen, Ken and staff were wonderful hosts, we will be back for sure!

Great rooms. Great service. Overall great experience. This was the first Valentine's Day we spent together and we'll remember it for a lifetime. I love this place and can't wait to plan another stay there this summer.

People are so nice! Stayed in the Napa Room and it was perfect! It is a perfect spot! close to alot of great places to go!

My wife and I stayed in the San Francisco Bay room. It had a great unobstructed ocean view, and being on one end of the hall, the balcony is slightly more private than some of the other rooms. Some of the website pictures are inaccurate in that the TVs have all been upgraded to flat screen HD versions. The breakfasts were really tasty (waffles and sausage one morning, omelet the next). Overall a great experience, albeit slightly pricey for anything but a special occasion.

great location if you love crashing waves at night. website very accurate in terms of room appearance and staff was great. try the gibraltor cafe it is as good as the reviews would indicate.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would like to give special thanks to Ellen Lasndis for her hospitality and sinserity. The staff was very helpful and welcoming during the course of our stay.

Our stay was amazing. Beautiful view, Breakfast in bed and my wife loved it.......

Fabulous place for a getaway. If you like the sound of the ocean and sunsets this places is for you!

Ken and Ellen are wonderful hosts. Best place we have stayed on the Coast!!

Landis Shores offers serenity and tranquility most hotels can't touch. Ken and Ellen Landis offer personal service that surpasses even the best hotels. We would recommend Landis Shores to all our friends and look forward to staying there again.

Had an exceptional time. The management upgraded our room to an ocean front for the last two days of our three night stay. Will definitely recommend this B&B and also return again when in the south SF area. Thank you.

Everything about our stay at Landis Shores was outstanding except for the size of the room and the value paid. Being only my second B&B experience, maybe all B&Bs have small rooms, but I was actually surprised at how little room there was. It was actually a bit smaller than a standard-sized hotel room. With the two massages and the romance package, it came to over $600. Nice, but pricey. It was less than 50' from the beach, so that was nice.

We went to celebrate my birthday and what a treat it was. The Inn is in a perfect location where the waves slam into the shore and make a wonderful sound to lull you to sleep. The room is set up so you can just look out onto the ocean and see the surfers, swimmers and fisherman. The owners Ellen and Ken were outstanding hosts and can answer any question about the area and the wonderful restaurants. They even have a nice library of videos you can watch in your room. Very romantic....a must to be at. Gail A

We had a great stay for 2 nights. Great hospitality, nice wine and cheese in the late afternoon, and a delicious breakfast delivered to the room. The inn is right on the water, and we had awesome weather, which made it lovely to sit on our small balcony and enjoy the sun with our wine. We will be back. Thank you!

The room was wonderful with the sounds of the ocean filtering in all night. Very romantic. Balcony was a little small, but still big enough to have breakfast on every morning. Service was great, the staff was very friendly and helpful with any request that we had. One of the best weekends that I have ever had between the service, room and the view.

This was our 4th stay at Landis Shores. We love the place for its location and excellent service.

The stay at Landis Shores was wonderful!!! Waking up to the ocean sounds was breathtaking! Will definitely make another trip back! Thank you!

We found this place on the internet with no prior knowledge of its existence. The people were exceptionally friendly, breakfast was excellent and the room was very clean and comfortable. Right on the ocean! We had the San Francisco room. I will gladly recommend this place to family and friends.

We stayed there for the first time in five years for two nights and will be back again! Lovely place to stay and enjoy Half Moon Bay! M and K Turner - Sydney Australia

Our room was so inviting and the hospitality were excellent! Ellen is so accomodating and the wines picked for the afternoon refreshments were so tasty! Ken's breakfast was delicious; the croissants melted in our mouths.

Wonderful place to relax. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great views of the ocean and beautiful sunsets.

Breakfast was wonderful. The view was spectacular. Falling asleep with the sound of the waves crashing on the beach was awesome!

We just spent our 25th anniversary in the Porto room, it was wonderful. The service was great, the room was neat and clean. I would not have changed a thing. There was a selection of teas at night, then coffees & biscotti in the morning. We had our breakfast delivered to our room each morning, it was just lovely. The evening wine and snacks were also great, good selection of both. Free WiFi, (that actually worked well!) so I was abe to skye with my kids. From the heated tile floor so our feet stayed warm to the fireplace to the balcony over looking the ocean, it was a wonderful weekend to remember and we will be returning!!

Our first visit to the area, and the location was excellent. We're always looking for a terrific breakfast, and these filled the bill. The robes are luxurious - better than the Ritz Carlton robes where we went next for a business conference! The Miramar Beach Restaurant is right next door with excellent food, a great patio with fire pits, and no need to drive. The host and hostess made our stay very comfortable.

We had an awesome stay. Being right on the ocean was perfect. Thanks so much....we'll be back!! Bob and Diane

View was superb and great to wake up to the sounds of the surf. Breakfasts were good and Ellen and staff were very helpful with local travel advise and arrangements. Couldn't have been a more pleasant stay anywhere.

we really injoyed our stay. the rooms were great, loved the heated floors and the veiw was priceless. the service of the employees were outstanding! really nice place to getaway and kick back. we will return to stay again!

Beautiful view of the ocean. Great bike path at your front door. Can go as far south as the Ritz Carlton or go north to the harbor. Miramar Beach restaurant right next door.

We love to hear the ocean at night and that's what you get at Landis Shores. Located right on both the ocean and the Half Moon Bay bike path, this provided exactly the getaway we needed.

Our stay at the Landis Shores was a relaxing week for my new husband and I. The staff was AWESOME! Not only did they provide us with tasty breakfast each morning but they knew of all of the places that were must sees in the area. The owners of the Landis Shores were very welcoming and shared with us all of their knowledge about wine and the California area. We will definitely return in the future and highly recommend it to others.

Landis Shores was fantastic! Right on the water, amazing breakfasts, the innkeepers were delightful -- helpful and engaging without being smothering. We stayed three wonderful days and wished we could have stayed longer.

This is our second visit to Landis Shores. It was just as wonderful as the last time. The ocean is just steps away, the rooms are beautiful and private. The staff is warm and welcoming and tries to meet all your requests. Would come more often but a little pricey so we save it for special occasions.

Very quiet rooms and beautiful views but seems just a tad expensive for the value received.

I recently took my husband to Landis Shores for his 60th birthday, and with all the stress in the world we were able to let it all go and just relax. Our likes and needs were anticipated and fulfilled. I love listening to the ocean at night, and watching the waves while in the shower. Ellen has the most warming smile, and helped me make this the best birthday ever for my husband. We will return again and again! Dana & Skipp

We very much enjoyed our two-night stay. (Ask for the mid-week special.) The ocean surf splashes just outside the balcony door and below a boulder-cliff. We took advantage of the easy climb (trail or ladder) to the nice, uncrowded beach for morning and evening strolls. Complementary afternoon wine & snacks served by the gracious hosts (owners Ken and Ellen) set a mellow mood for evenings. Many nice restaurants in the area and lots of movies in their DVD library. Breakfast (included) is nicely prepared by Ken and delicious (!), served in our room. (One of us found it too difficult to wait until the earliest serving--9am--but the Half Moon Bay Coffee Cafe (5 minute drive) opens at 6am, so not a problem.) All-in-all, a wonderful stay! Thank you to our hosts.

This was a return visit for us. Landis Shores is the definition of rest and relaxation. The location is excellent- directly across the street from the beach. You can see and hear the ocean from the rooms. Even at full occupancy, there is no noise- you feel like you are the only people there. The staff is great. We will definitely go back again.

Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The staff and the proprietors were genuinely friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and well-maintained. The place is pristine. Breakfast was as delicious as others have reported. This spot sets the standard for excellence.

The staff at Landis Shores is absolutely fabulous. The rooms are luxurious, warm, and welcoming. Being able to go to sleep to the sound of the ocean is awesome.

As a honeymooning couple, We we're already in the best of spirits. We did choose your place carefully as it needed to meet certain requirements both my wife & I needed. Your Inn was perfect. Breakfast was right on time & wonderful. I would gladly recommend this Inn to any who asked. I only wish we could have stayed longer. it was delightful in every way...Thank You all for making our stay a special one... K & L

Breakfast was unbelievably good. Advice on where to eat, priceless.

My boyfriend and I were able to find this great room about a week before 4th of July weekend. We thought it was a great spot at Half Moon Bay for the description mentioned it is oceanfront, sound proof walls and views of the ocean from the bed. Reservations were easy and we were glad there was a vacancy during such a busy time. The staff was great and friendly and very helpful. We felt like we were staying at a house rather than a bed and breakfast and way better than a hotel. We are looking forward to staying here again to commemorate my boyfriend asking to marry me. It's a great location with great amenities. I highly recommend this place if you can get a reservation.

Outstanding views of the Pacific at a great location. With the rolling wave action sound, I went to sleep faster than normal. It was great

Stayed in San Francisco Bay room Sat and Sun over Fourth holiday and fell asleep listening to the waves crashing into the rocks and beach just outside our window. Amazing!

Nice ocean front room. Whirlpool tub (one person). Comfortable bed. Breakfast was very good. Small private balcony with two chairs and a small table. Gas fireplace. Common area had plenty of seating. Wine and cheese in late afternoon. Good places to eat within walking distance. I would like to have had and ipod dock in the room. The TV is small and outdated if that matters to you, but I can't think of any other complaint. I would stay again.

My wife and I spent 4 nights in June, 2011 at Landis Shores. We were very impressed with the service and all the personal touches that the owners and staff provided. We really loved the breakfast each morning and the view from our room. If we have the opportunity to get out this way again, we will certainly look up the Landis' again.

Very accommodating. We were allowed early check-in. Able to lock our bikes on the property. Beautiful views; newer, clean rooms; in-room fireplace. Wish we could have stayed longer!

It's a very nice and relaxing place. It's personal, but not intrusive. I learned later that the weather is often overcast in Half Moon Bay. I should have checked on that before!

Great time on our 15th anniversary. Don't skimp on a hotel without this view.

Landis Shores exceeded our expectations in many ways. The location is truly perfect - with the ocean waves crashing less than 30 feet from your balcony window. Rooms were spacious and clean. Breakfast each morning was a gourmet delight!

Excellant location with rooms that overlook the ocean. Website is misleading however. Each room has an individual balcony that is not private at all. Each balcony has an unobstructed view of the others and each balcony is in plain view of the street that is immediately below the room window and balcony.

My wife and I visited Landis Shores for our seventh anniversary. Although we live only an hour away, it felt as though we were hundreds of miles away, leaving behind all our worries. We really loved our experience and intend to visit again sometime. The mattresses were a little soft, though.

A last minute choice to celebrate our anniversary. We will definitely return if we have the opportunity. Love the fact that they have some rooms that don't require 2 night minimum on weekends. Staff was friendly and helpful, room great (though jacuzzi tub rather small).

I was very impressed with Landis Shores, it was beautiful, the rooms are spacious and the common area is comfortable. The service was impeccable, they were very willing to provide anything we needed, including an amazing in room massage. Breakfast was also delicious, and made even better dining on out small balcony listening to the waves. The beds could be more comfortable, but that is a very small complaint. I would love to go back to this beautiful B&B.

Great hosts, wonderful room, right on the ocean...well worth the stay.

My wife and I love to visit California. We rarely miss an opportunity to visit Landis Shores in Half moon Bay. The location is spectacular and the rooms are wonderful, add fantastic hospitality, who could ask for more?

Never have we stayed anywhere and spent so much time in the room. Even in the face of such beautiful scenery along the Northern California coastline, the room and all of its comforts beckoned us. As well, Ken's breakfasts are delightfully delicious and Roxanne made our stay even more comfortable. Thanks for a wonderful stay - we'll be back.

Ocean sounds, coastal path or beach walking, and views were relaxing. The bed and linens were nice, breakfast and evening wine and cheese delicious, however, we felt the room was a bit over priced. Despite the tile flooring, the room was not chilly, thanks to the warm floor technology, and the fireplace cozy. Photo's on the web are not reflective of the size of the room and balcony, which are smaller in reality. Overall a wonderful Inn and experience.

This is a very romantic location only a few yards from the water! We stayed in the Bourdeaux room with a nice fireplace, whirlpool tub, and gorgeous sunset beach view. The owners are very personable and the breakfast was yummy.

The hot water in our shower did not work the first night, but the staff was very responsive in fixing it and were very good at accommodating us given our inconvenience. The rooms were gorgeous and the view wonderful. Was a nice relaxing trip. Also, the wine and cheese selection was very nice and a great way to start the afternoon/evening.

We wanted to get away from the regular routine, but not have to travel far too far from home. The answer: stay at the Landis Shores! The Ocean is within arms reach and the views are spectacular from every room. It was nice to be able to relax for a weekend, and have all of the comforts of home close by.

Our stay was nice. The building/room felt more like a small hotel than a bed & breakfast. Breakfast was okay though we got a sausage patty on our plate on our second morning and we're vegetarians. Nothing really bad about this place but not all that great either.

The first thing that stood out was the service. They met all of our needs and even last second ones. The place was romantic and accomodating. Would do it all over again.

Came to stay for 2 nights, ended up staying 3 nights because the room and place was great. Breakfast in our room every day was outstanding and the view was spectacular.

Where do I start...this was one of the best hotels ever. I'm a world traveler and have stayed in many 5 star hotels, what a gem! Quaint, quiet, excellent service and the breakfast in bed was to die for. We were suppose to drive further up the bay, but decided to extend our stay here. We just wanted to stay in the room, but since we were here to celebrate our anniversary we had to come out for air eventually(we had dinner reservations in San Francisco with friends) Our original plan was to spend a long day in SF but we made up excuses to get back to Landis Shore as soon as possible. This place should be on everyone's "Bucket List" With the sound of the ocean as we slept in each others arms, I wouldn't mind it to be my final resting place. This weekend was my cinderella moment. This place is Harlequin Romance that you only find in Romance Novels. Highly recommend

My wife and I visited for our wedding anniversary back in October. This place is magnificent! The rooms are beautiful, the breakfasts are delicious, everyone is friendly and goes the extra mile. Also, having sounds of the waves in the background made this our best getaway to date. I highly recommend it.

Stunning view from the deck. The staff was very helpful in giving us ideas about where to dine.

We went there for a getaway for my girlfriend's birthday. This was our first time in Half Moon Bay and we were pleasantly surprised by the weather and the lodging accommodations were wonderful. We bookend late so an ocean front room was not available and that would have been the only way to improve on our stay.

The room provided an unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean from the room and a small deck. The fireplace was a very romantic touch for our Wedding night. The staff was continually very gracious and helpful. We enjoyed the in-room continental breakfast served in our room. A very lucious meal meal indeed. The crowning touch was the Romantic Package with chilled Brut accompanied by strawberries and apricots dipped in chocolate.

i took my girlfriend away for the weekend, and the backdrop at the landis shores was the perfect place to pop the question. luckily for me, she said yes!we loved our stay. bed and bath are both big enough for two :) champagne and chocolate covered strawberries as well as flowers were in the room when we arrived, just as i was told they would be. view from the balcony was AMAZING!!! i was even contacted via email about an upgraded room that had become available for the evening. they have a binder of menus for local restaurants so we knew what we were getting into before we even left for dinner. this is absolutely a place i would return to!

Service was excellent. was our 50 th anniversay and they made the 2 nights stay a marvelous experience. Highly recommend. Ron and Judie

With Landis Shores, you're really paying for the location and view of the beach. The service was great. The owners and staff are very attentive and make sure you're needs are met. The breakfasts are outstanding! The rooms have a 90's 'condo' feel and don't have a lot of personality, and the artwork on the walls of the rooms are faded prints. But the view and location right on the beach is outstanding. Plus, there's a really good restaurant next door, the Mirimar. Considering one of the owners, Ellen, was a sommelier, it might be nice if they did special wine tastings for the guests instead of the simple complementary wine and cheese in the lobby. Overall, though, I feel like I got my money's worth for our stay.

Location on ocean view was a plus as was the breakfast. Spacious and well-equipped room. Friendly and reliable service. Afternoon wine and snack was a plus.

The service and location of Landis Shores is fantastic. We had breakfast, which was delicious, in our room over looking the beach. Sleeping at night listening to the waves was wonderful, will return if I have the opportunity!

The room had stained pillowcases and a towel, they were quickly changed but should have been caught before guests arrived. The room had a partial view of the ocean which was blocked by a tree. The tree gives more privacy to the balcony but definately inhibits the ocean view, probably should be trimmed or removed.

We have traveled the world from London to Paris to Tokyo and Beijing. This is our favorite spot of all. Very friendly, excellent service, great breakfasts and 30 yds. to the Pacific ocean. Excellent wine list, owner is a sommelier, treated us to a selection from their cellar. HIGHLY recommended!!

This is a very nice place to stay! We stayed in the Champaign Room; it had a very comfortable bed, loved the balcony with side view of the beach. Large bathroom with glass shower. The breakfast was fantastic, including an egg soufflé and fresh fruit. We had lunch and dinner at the Miramar Beach restaurant next door, which we highly recommend. Excellent food (filet mignon was perfect!) The only minor cons were: 1) the bathtub wasn't really big enough for two people and 2) if you want to smoke, you have to go through the lobby and down the elevator to smoke out in the parking lot. We would definitely recommend Landis Shores and hopefully we will stay here again!

We stayed at Landis Inn on Friday night, and we are already planning our next visit. What a wonderful Inn. We felt welcome from the moment we walked in.

We spent a wonderful night at Landis Shores. The front desk manager made reservations for us at a nearby hotel. The rooms were very clean . Could hear the ocean waves at night. Very peaceful. The breakfast in bed was absolutely delicious . Excellent staff. Would definitely go again.

My husband and I stayed in the Tuscany Room. It was very clean, and had a beautiful view of the ocean. Each morning, we had the option of having breakfast in the dining room or "room service" in our room. Both times, we opted for breakfast in our room. Each time, it was delivered promptly as requested, and was better than expected! Fresh fruit, juice, egg souffle, banana nut french toast, etc. Very well done! The hosts' recommendation for dinner was "spot on" -- would highly recommend Cafe Gibraltar. Hope to stay at Landis Shores again within the next few months.

Excellent location, great breakfasts and very friendly, warm, sincere staff.

Ellen and Ken are wonderful hosts warm and welcoming and made our stay a memory we will cherish.

The hosts at Landis Shores were extremely welcoming. We enjoyed the afternoon wine and cheese event. The morning coffee and breakfasts were very nice. Overall we were extremely happy with the location and our stay. Best wishes..

My husband and I stayed here for honeymoon. It was the best place. Loved being able to hear the waves at night with the fireplace. We are planning another trip here in the next month.

We stayed in the tuscany suite- It was beautiful. Best ocean views and going to bed at night hearing the waves, even seeing them from our bed was fantastic. The gourmet breakfast each morning was also very good.

What a wonderful place to stay!!! A great restaurant up the road and go to sleep to the ocean waves. It was perfect!