Grove Acres
Pacific Grove





Visit Grove Acres
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
Step into a field guide to the Californian Central Coast, packed with local birdlife, marine life and Native American culture.
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 Grove Acres

Monterey Peninsula Inn
"Blow dryer was broken, ac/heater unit also did not work."
Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2026

Monarch Resort
"Continental breakfast was excellent! Loved the mini waffle maker! Staff was excellent, place was well maintained and very quiet. A peaceful place to stay while you enjoy your time at Pacific Grove."
Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2026

Sunset Inn
"parking safe and easy"
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026

Deer Haven Inn
"Close to Asilomar"
Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2026

Bide-A-Wee Inn
"It's a pretty property and you're minutes from the beach trail. Felt private and overall quiet - would stay again as they offer 20% off for if you're returning and book online. I also originally got a deal for this 1st time."
Reviewed on 20 Jun, 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"On the downside, shower controls are very old. Shower runs super fast. Pls consider upgrading. Carpets on balcony were stained/old. On the plus side, breakfast was quite good, and location was great! The room was nice."
Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2026
Where to stay in Grove Acres

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.

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 Cannery Row are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

















