Retreat Travel Guide
Pacific Grove





Stay near popular Retreat attractions
Things to do

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

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

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

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"This nearly-new hotel is perfectly situated in Pacific Grove, just 2 blocks from the beach and Lover's Point. My room was spacious and well-appointed, with a balcony facing the courtyard. There was some noise from live music and the courtyard lounge, so if you want a quiet room, ask for an outside-facing ..."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"The house honestly feels like a haunted house. The paintings on the walls are extremely creepy and unsettling, making the whole place feel eerie and uncomfortable. The room is very small, and the furniture and facilities are old and outdated. Overall, the place feels poorly maintained and not very ..."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Martine Inn

Green Gables Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Beautiful hotel with perfect location to downtown Monterey. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Hotel Pacific
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 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.

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 Asilomar State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

















