Asilomar Dunes
Pacific Grove
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Popular places to visit
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Oceanview Boulevard
Oceanview Boulevard is just one of the places to see in Pacific Grove, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
Lovers Point
Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.
Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
Enjoy a trip to Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary and popular activities such as golfing in Pacific Grove. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Asilomar Dunes
Asilomar Conference Grounds
"The rooms are dated but that’s part of the charm. The walk to the beach is so nice, only takes about 10 minutes depending on where your room is. We are a family of 5 in a multi bed room and everyone had their own bed with plenty of space. The pool was so fun, it’s huge and deep enough to dive, heated ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"nice, clean room and good, walkable location to fisherman's wharf. spa available, but we did not use. nearby restaurants and bike rental were handy."
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"The room was clean. Customer service was great. Front desk was very welcoming lobby smelt amazing and immaculate."
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Absolute best place to stay in Monterey. Great rooms, attentive and dedicated staff, restaurant and food options exceptional and the lobby/ Schooner bar terrific"
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
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Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"over price for this place"
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026
Where to stay in Asilomar Dunes
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.
Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay 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.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
