Retreat Travel Guide
Pacific Grove





Stay near popular Retreat attractions
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

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

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

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

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"Beautiful hotel and amazing location. Just a short walk to Lover's Point and the walking/bike trail. They had a complimentary happy hour when we were there with live music in the courtyard. Comfortable beds and a giant soaking tub. Had an excellent stay."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Martine Inn
"The view was fantastic. The breakfast was elegant again with a gorgeous view. The rooms and furnishings were lovely. The staff was helpful and welcoming."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Green Gables Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
"Perfect location right on Monterey Bay between Lovers Point and Cannery Row. GREAT way to start each day by our favorite breakfast chef Carmen - truly extraordinary with everything made from scratch. Wine and cheese happy hour each afternoon at 4:00 is a great way to meet some of the other guests. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Staff was very nice which is about the only redeeming quality. The bathroom reeked of sewage every once in a while. The towels you could tell were white at some point and have been used so much that they are turning light grey. The ironing board had blood or food stains all over it. The iron was ..."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Carmel Mission Inn
"Nice hotel. Poolside was nice."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Where to stay in 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.

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.

Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
















