Rent a photo studio in Half Moon Bay, CA

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Half Moon Bay, CA, United States

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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.

How much does a photo studio cost to rent in Half Moon Bay?

Photo studios in Half Moon Bay average $250 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.

What's the best day to rent a photo studio in Half Moon Bay?

Tuesdays are the most popular day for booking photo studios in Half Moon Bay. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Thursday as these days are 32% cheaper on average.

How popular are photo studios in Half Moon Bay?

Our local hosts have welcomed 5 people into their photo studios with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How long do people rent photo studios in Half Moon Bay?

Most photo studios are scheduled for 7 hours, with 5 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Photo Studios starting between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Reviews for photo studios

Andy A.
Charming, Light-Filled San Mateo Park Home.
Nikki's place was exactly as described and she was also super responsive. We had a wonderful photoshoot here
Emilie B.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
my all time favorite spaces and hosts! Ashita is always so accommodating, generous and responsive. The space is beautiful and perfect for personal brand photoshoots...
Madeleine C.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
just as it is pictured if not better! It was exactly what I was looking for when I was looking for spaces to shoot my branding photos in. Plus I am so grateful to have booked with Ashita! She was super kind and warm when I met her and she...
Giovanni D.
Elegant Oceanfront Designer Space w/ Floor-to-ceiling Ocean Views
gently colliding with the beach and rocky shore below. The atmosphere is full of positive energy. This space is a very good place to shoot photos too...
Austin G.
Unique industrial warehouse for full video production (w/ infinity cyclorama)
The space was everything we hoped for. We were producing a last minute photo shoot and needed a lot of flexibility from the owner of the studio. Jesse was extremely understanding and worked with us to make the shoot successful. Six stars if I could...
Bruce G.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
Ashita was a great host. Very accommodating and helpful for our photoshoot
Nayely G.
Beautiful Mediterranean style home for photo shoots
BEAUTIFUL home and space with an incredible view. Melanie was very kind and accommodating. Will definitely be booking again in the future for small photography and video shoots. :) Highly recommend...
Carlos G.
Classic Twist On Photography Space
Great experience working with Pat! I highly recommend his studio for filming and photography
Emily H.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
and kind when accommodating my booking. Every single corner and detail was so well thought out, it was perfect for my client's branding photoshoot. She even left out snacks and a bottle of wine for us! I will DEFINITELY be back again! Thank you so much, Ashita...
Paige L.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
dream to work in. Every detail of the space was designed to perfection. I can’t wait to see how the images from our photoshoot turn out. Ashita was a very gracious host and I would definitely recommend booking...
Kat L.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
stunning. The second you walk through the door, you get the ultimate zen, serene and chic vibes. The decor was spot on for our photoshoot needs and everything was just beautifully decorated. I highly recommend this place for anyone wanting a super chic and modern location. Thank you Ashita...
Tamar M.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
We rented the space for a photoshoot with a small crew of 4. The host was very accommodating and easy to work with in terms of her communication and flexibility. The space is lovely, full of natural light, and beautifully decorated with tasteful furniture and special pieces that we definitely...
Jennifer P.
Beautiful Estate
great communicator and very responsive, and the property itself is so grand, spacious, and well-lit – it was perfect for my team's indoor photoshoot...
Tory P.
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
We had a wonderful experience doing a photo shoot at this studio, and Ellen was a wonderful host
Shaun S.
Classic Twist On Photography Space
Pat and his photography space were absolute delights. First about the space: it's a treasure trove of photography and quirky knick knacks. It made for the perfect background for our video shoot. About Pat: in addition to being a swell guy, he was open to letting us use his...
Sadari S.
Stunning Indoor/Outdoor Event and Entertainment Home
This was the space I envisioned for my photoshoot. Mort provided everything and more. Thanks again
Jessa S.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
Ashita's home was stunning. It worked perfectly for our photoshoot and we are so happy with how the images turned out. Ashita was also a very kind and helpful host...
Amy T.
Spacious, Bright and Airy Studio on the Coast
Light and bright and very flexible for a photoshoot
Bailey W.
Charming, Light-Filled San Mateo Park Home.
This space was incredible! So great for the photoshoot we planned, the space was versatile, clean, well-kept, and fully stocked. Our host did an amazing job of accommodating us and our needs, we are so thankful for the time we were able to spend here...
Mariia Z.
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
My team and I rented this beautiful place to do a photo shoot and we are so happy we did!! Ashita went above and beyond to make our experience truly special and I’m so grateful that we chose this location! So so sooo beautiful...
Updated February 19, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.