Retreat Travel Guide

Pacific Grove

View from the Aquarium in Monterey. Even on an overcast day it’s pretty incredible.
Neon fish
In lower left corner of pic, can see seal pup suckling its mother and next to them a female soon to calf. 

Long section of bike trail fenced off. Spring is home to seals in the Monterey area. 

#california #coast

(April 2017)
Looking towards Hopkins Marine Station from the Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail
The first time I wished I brought a wetsuit with me. This water was so clear and after visiting the aquarium I wanted to jump in and see all the fish for myself!

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Top hotels in Retreat

Martine Inn

Martine Inn

4 out of 5
255 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.714.587 ₫ per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
5.714.587 ₫
6.471.421 ₫ total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf B&B in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)
Very friendly staff all around! Great breakfast included with a fantastic view. Each room is unique so don't count on an ocean view. No A/C or ceiling fans in room; can get warm during the day. Walking distance to Cannery Row and the Aquarium. On a hill so steps are involved / maybe not good for ...

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Martine Inn
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

3.5 out of 5
612 Central Ave Pacific Grove CA
The price is 4.149.022 ₫ per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
4.149.022 ₫
4.726.121 ₫ total
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
I love the cozy charming feel of this Historic Landmark Hotel. Staff was friendly and kind. I felt comfortable and secure as a Solo Traveler. Parking is limited on the site, but the neighborhood streets around the hotel off her parking. You can unload in front of the hotel, and then go find a place ...

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

3.5 out of 5
555 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
The price is 9.878.625 ₫ per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
9.878.625 ₫
11.154.416 ₫ total
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (506 reviews)
Sparkling clean and well appointed, but marred

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is 5.903.466 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
5.903.466 ₫
7.002.759 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,031 reviews)
I wish the hot tub was a little cleaner. Otherwise this hotel was wonderful and convenient.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is 6.559.407 ₫ per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
6.559.407 ₫
8.646.024 ₫ total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,564 reviews)
Loved it and the staff was very friendly. Thank you! 😊

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is 9.457.137 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
9.457.137 ₫
10.895.992 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,452 reviews)
Loved our stay. Close to everything!

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Retreat

Sunset

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.

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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.

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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.

Sunset
#ontheroad. From the bus as we headed to 17mile drive.

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.

Beach Tract
The butterflies have once again returned to California to over winter , read up about their incredible life history and marvel about our incredible world .

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.

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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.

Seaview


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