Hillcrest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
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.
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.
Activities
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Room was very clean, spacious and had a great harbor view. The staff at the Portola were friendly and professional. Jacks restaurant was a wonderful place to eat dinner and breakfast. We will be back again!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Nice front desk
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
When we arrived, we were told that our room had been “upgraded although it did not seem like an upgrade to me. The room is clean. The hotel is in a great location. The people were all very friendly and nice. We opted for the Thanksgiving brunch, which I don’t know maybe I’m old school but $380 for ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
View restaurant great
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Great place to enjoy time with family
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Very noise on the side like you can hear the workers
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum and Antique Clocks are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
