Retreat
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Top hotels in Retreat
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"As a new property, there’s no need to deal with aging infrastructure. The noise from the outside world is effectively muted. The noise from the crying baby next door, a little less so. The property is pet friendly. As a dog love this makes me happy. If you are allergic or want to avoid dog hair on ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun, 2026
Martine Inn
"Great location and view."
Reviewed on 15 Jun, 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"I liked the historical ambiance. However we were never informed about the road construction that would be going on outside our window Wed and Thurs morning. Parking was terrible. Then on Fri morning there were street sweepers and garbage trucks. Never quiet and peaceful! Our friends spent more money ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun, 2026
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
"Beautiful location, elegant, quiet, and clean."
Reviewed on 18 Jun, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"I give this hotel 5 stars. It met all my expectations and exceeded them. I would stay at the Portola Hotel again!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Nicest hotel either of us has ever stayed in. First time I ever used valet parking or room service. Both were worth it ! Only complaint I have is that we were told that there was no shuttle from the hotel to the aquarium. It's not a shuttle but a city bus that looks like a trolley car. We found it ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun, 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 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.
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.
