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 seaside 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.
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.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Top hotels in Retreat
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"Loved everything about this property! Would definitely stay again!!!"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Enjoyed the hotel. Good location and unique rooms."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Martine Inn
"Entire property was spotless and everyone was very nice"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
"Fantastic location—very walkable area with incredible views."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Beautiful hotel with well maintained property in a nice and safe location. The room was a good size, clean and the bed was very comfortable. The balcony, although alley view was very picturesque. Staff were professional and kind! The only negative for us was the added cost for nightly parking!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Nice"
Reviewed on 30 May 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 Cannery Row.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row 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 Cannery Row.
