Asilomar Dunes Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
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Popular places to visit
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Oceanview Boulevard
Oceanview Boulevard is just one of the places to see in Pacific Grove, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
Lovers Point
Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.
Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
Enjoy a trip to Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary and popular activities such as golfing in Pacific Grove. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Top hotels in Asilomar Dunes
Asilomar Conference Grounds
Pretty rustic, but that’s what we were expecting. Beautiful grounds and close to the beaches and the 17 mile drive. We would totally come back again.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great hotel , and staff was a great help
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Outstanding place to stay!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
This is a historic hotel that maintains that same vibe. It has many very nice updates and our room was very spacious. They staff were always available and greeted is each time we walked by. We lived the hotel and the walkability of the area. Be sure to be there on a Tuesday night for the farmer's ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Everything at the this place was spot on. We had a great experience.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asilomar Dunes
Grove Acres
Grove Acres might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Beach Tract
While there might not be top attractions in Beach Tract, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Asilomar State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Country Club Gate
While Country Club Gate isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.
