Retreat Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
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.
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
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
Step into a field guide to the Californian Central Coast, packed with local birdlife, marine life and Native American culture.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Our pick of the best Retreat Hotel Deals
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
"Need updates on tv, too old."
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.
