Beach Tract Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
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.
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
Step into a field guide to the Californian Central Coast, packed with local birdlife, marine life and Native American culture.
Things to do
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Top hotels in Beach Tract
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
"Enjoyed our time in Pacific Grove. We enjoyed the included hot breakfast and the room amenities at this hotel, but noticed windows in disrepair, scuffed furnishings and broken or missing window screens. The location and fire pits are great. The hotel needs some updates, not planning to return."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Lovers Point Inn
"REPLYING TO THE COMMENTS ABOUT THE ROOMS NOT HAVING ANY A/C......Just dont go in the middle of summer :) 😂. The best part about the trip, they have an EV CHARGEPOINT Charging station with 2X J1772 Level 2 AC connections! Defenitely going back. (MAY 2026), -THANK YOU-"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
"Good stay very quiet."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Olympia Lodge
"Very old. I mean very old. I hate writing negative reviews but it does not look like the photos. Staff was nice but I think it needs a renovation."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Great and easy in/out location. Walkable to great restaurants and walking path"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The view from my room was great. The dinner was okay; good but not great. Staff at the restaurant were very friendly and polite. Hotel staff were very professional and polite."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beach Tract
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.
Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
