Hillcrest Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
Visit Hillcrest
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Hillcrest

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Property was good…good vibe. Very handy Staff was no help..waiters were rude in both restaurants. No towels, room never cleaned. Only one front and one bellman were somewhat helpful. Room was directly beside the restaurant so it was loud and lots light throughout the night. Room was nice and clean. ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"Room was nice, near by a shopping center, good location to go around Carmel. Very beautiful plants"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"BEAUTIFUL RESORT we will definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"Personally, not my cup of tea. It had its old charm and everything, well kept and right in the middle of shops and restaurants, but that was also the downfall. No parking (street parking, or the parking garage that you had to pay extra for) and it was very noisy from the busy street crowded. Our ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"A truly magical experience that the whole family enjoyed. From the amazing food at Sea Root to the awesome free s’more parties at one of the many luxurious fire pits located on site. You definitely won’t be disappointed."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
"We rented 3 rooms and in each room the water pressure in the shower was terrible. The beds were a little squeaky other than that everything else went fine."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Hillcrest

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.

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.

Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.




















