Sunset Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

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: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Sunset

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Carmel Mission Inn
"There no room Maintance on my second day.. bathroom used towels left on the floor.. trash not taken out.. walls were not sound proof to a minimum. There was sounds from others room. I can hear clearly people taken showers after midnight. I can hear muffled conversations as I was trying to sleep after ..."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Lovely room with a view of the bay. We enjoyed listening to the sounds of seals barking. Good location -within walking distance to the aquarium and surrounding areas. Quick drive into downtown. We would stay again."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"Location, location, location, and affordable"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"The room was very clean and comfortable with a beautiful view of the beach. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Sunset

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 and Monterey Bay Aquarium 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.




















