Hillcrest Travel Guide
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit
Lovers Point
Lovers Point is just one of the places to see in Pacific Grove, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Pacific Grove when you stop by Point Pinos Lighthouse. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
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
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History during your trip to Pacific Grove. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Pacific Grove Golf Links
Enjoy a round of golf in Pacific Grove at Pacific Grove Golf Links. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Hillcrest
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
First time staying and won’t be the last; we enjoyed the amenities and every staff member we met was so nice. I really enjoyed the spa, too. Thank you for a great stay!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Amazing hotel, staff were super helpful and lovely. Hotel location is right in the middle of town with loads of eating and wine bars next to it.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Gorgeous view and great room!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Room was clean. Carpet in hallways look wore out and dirty
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
I can not say enough about how nice the staff and hotel is. It is worth it to enjoy all the amenities here and the food is wonderful!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Nice bed, good TV, great shower
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
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.
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.
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.
Country Club Gate
While Country Club Gate isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are some notable places to visit nearby.
Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.
Del Monte
Del Monte might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
