Retreat Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Top hotels in Retreat
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
The best thing I can say about our stay was that the room appeared to have clean linens and the desk clerk was very nice. The room was terribly neglected: bed was visibly lumpy, saggy and old, carpet had folds/bumps in it and did not seem clean, the floor actually had a hole in it, covered by carpet. ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Martine Inn
We had a lovely and unique room « Empire » that had a bit of ocean view as well as a four poster king bed. On the top floor, it was a very light room! Warm freshly cooked breakfast in the dining room overlooking the Monterey Bay is a special time of the day!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
very nice interior with a beautiful back drop of the coast, and super nice staff.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
We love the location of the hotel. It’s near our favorite coffee shops, cafes and walk to the water. Skip the courtyard view rooms because they offer views directly into neighboring patios/rooms! Just do partial oceanview or upper floor rooms with patios. The bar had good eats and drinks too. Check ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Great place, clean, comfortable room with a great staff.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Room was fine. Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retreat
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Seaview
While Seaview 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.
