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
"Very modern hotel. Great courtyard for having a casual meal, a drink and socializing with friends. Convenient location to the shore. Very friendly, attentive staff. And of course dog friendly."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Green Gables Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Martine Inn

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Do NOT bother getting the room with jacuzzi tub. It was not working and from the looks of it, hadn’t been working in quite some time. When brought to the attention of staff they didn’t even come look at it. Offered a $50 refund, which has never come, the manager yelled at the Expedia agent so bad ..."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Very convenient, good amenities, comfortable room. Unfortunately, our room was 3 buildings from the nearest elevator and one of a handful for which no routing directions were posted, so it took 15 minutes on a dark and drizzly night to find it. Rating significantly downgraded due to this ..."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Such a peaceful place. Family oriented and family friendly stay. The s'mores is a wonderful touch."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 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 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.

















