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.
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.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Retreat
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"Overall it was nice."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Limited parking on the premises, but easy to find on the streets."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
"Amazing location, wonderful views out of every window. Fantastic breakfast walking distance of many seaside options."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Martine Inn
"Beautiful views!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"great location, 2 minutes walk to Old Fisherman’s Wharf, downtown and restaurants! clean room!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"This hotel is just lovely. We had in in-land view room which was still a very pretty view. The room was quiet and spacious with one of the best bathrooms I’ve ever seen in a hotel. The shower was roomy and the separate vanity for hair and makeup greatly appreciated. Location is perfect - central ..."
Reviewed on 3 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.
