Retreat Travel Guide
Pacific Grove





Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea life at Monterey Bay Aquarium, and find out why this is a top attraction in Pacific Grove. Stroll along the area's pebble beaches or simply savour its seafood restaurants.

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.

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.
Top hotels in Retreat

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
The condition of the room was unacceptable. The staff were very hospitable!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Martine Inn
We had a lovely and unique room « Empire » that had a bit of ocean view as well as a four poster king bed. On the top floor, it was a very light room! Warm freshly cooked breakfast in the dining room overlooking the Monterey Bay is a special time of the day!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Everyone was real nice and the view was beautiful. The bed was comfortable and the room and bathroom very clean. The only thing missing was a TV which would of been nice. Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay. 🙂
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great location and the included breakfast package was awesome
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Room was very old and carpet was
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Room was fine. Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
