Retreat
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Top hotels in Retreat
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
Martine Inn
Nice ping pong table and cool historical interior
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
We had a wonderful stay at the Portola. Staff was very welcoming & helpful through out our stay. Room was very clean with a comfy bed. The location is fantastic being right across from old fisherman’s wharf. Walking/bike path leads right to cannery row!
Reviewed on 10 Dec, 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Good rooms, clean and just what you need. Excellent location! Walk downtown and or to the Fisherman’s Warf.
Reviewed on 12 Dec, 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Staff is excellent. We love Monterey Plaza Hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Retreat
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum and Antique Clocks are top sights worth seeing.
Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.
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.
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.
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.
Seaview
While Seaview may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.
