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.
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.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
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 Retreat
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"The property was extremely charming and historic, the room had all the amenities we needed and very comfortable, clean furniture. There was a lovely claw foot bathtub, as well as a shower (though the shower did not have any way to ensure privacy from others in the same room). For me, the old school ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Martine Inn
"Beautiful views!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
"Amazing location, wonderful views out of every window. Fantastic breakfast walking distance of many seaside options."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"All around a great experience"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Waterfront hotel with great restaurant on the water. Needs a little updating but very clean! Be sure to book a room with a great view. We overlooked the back of the hotel and had delivery trucks in and out each morning."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 Cannery Row.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row 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 Cannery Row.
Grove Acres
Grove Acres might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row 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 Cannery Row.
