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
"Only complaint is very low water pressure in the shower. very upscale nice hotel. Keep that in mind."
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Green Gables Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Martine Inn
"The room did not have a tv, a/c or a fridge. Kinda normal amenities for 2026. The room was very expensive to Lack these basic comforts. The included breakfast had 2 options. We asked for extra bacon and the waitress seemed confused. The pool table was ripped and the cues had no tips. The view was ..."
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"The Centrella is a historic hotel - cute Victorian details. There is a downstairs lounge - the fire was appreciated on the day that it rained. We booked the suite - it was nice having that extra room, however the carpets really need a good cleaning. Great location near the beach and the high street ..."
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"This hotel was so pretty on arrival. The trees in the lobby were picturesque with the sun shining down on them and was so happy the lobby looked just like it does on the website. We arrived early so our rooms were not ready yet and decided to take a look around. The property is right near a pier ..."
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
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.

















