From world-class resorts steps from the 18th green at Pebble Beach to cozy wine country inns near Napa's finest fairways — find the perfect place to rest between rounds.
The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the world's great golf destinations — not just because of the courses, but because of everything around them. Pebble Beach sits on one of the most dramatic coastlines on earth. Napa and Sonoma offer fairways framed by vineyards. Santa Cruz delivers a laid-back coastal vibe. San Francisco itself is a world-class city with iconic municipal courses.
Whether you're flying in for a weekend golf trip, planning a multi-course bucket list tour, or looking for a base to explore several regions, this guide covers the best places to stay near every major Bay Area golf destination.
Each guide covers the best places to stay, what the area is like, and which courses are within easy reach.
The crown jewel of California golf. Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill, and Poppy Hills draw golfers from every corner of the world. Stay at The Lodge for the ultimate bucket-list experience, or find excellent value in nearby Monterey and Carmel.
Golf and wine — two of life's great pleasures, together. Stay at Silverado Resort for the full wine country golf experience, or explore Sonoma's boutique inns and luxury ranches.
Laid-back beach town with world-class golf. Pasatiempo — designed by Alister MacKenzie — is one of the great historic courses in America. Pair it with a stay in charming Santa Cruz.
Stay in one of the world's great cities and tee it up at TPC Harding Park, Presidio, or Lincoln Park with stunning Golden Gate views. The ultimate urban golf weekend.
The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay sits right on the cliffs above the Pacific. Play the Ocean and Old courses at the same resort, then dine with views to match anything in California.
Redwoods, rolling hills, and some surprisingly good golf. Marin's courses are scenic and uncrowded. Stay in Mill Valley or Sausalito and wake up minutes from the fairway.
The East Bay has more public golf than any other Bay Area region. Corica Park, Tilden, Lake Chabot and more — great value courses with easy freeway access and plenty of hotel options.
Silicon Valley's tech hotels meet the region's best golf at Cinnabar Hills and Shoreline. Perfect for the business traveler who wants 18 holes before a Monday morning meeting.
A little planning goes a long way — especially at premium destinations like Pebble Beach where tee times and rooms book out months in advance.