Retreat, CA
Pacific Grove
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 like 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.
Retreat Hotel Deals
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"Property is really clean and sophisticated. There is wine/ cocktail hour from 5-6pm which was so lovely. Check in was quick and easy and the rooms were spacious and elegant. They offered pet supplies if we needed. :) My only complaint was our bathroom faucet didn’t have any running hot water at all. ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Limited parking on the premises, but easy to find on the streets."
Reviewed on 2026/6/4
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
"Amazing location, wonderful views out of every window. Fantastic breakfast walking distance of many seaside options."
Reviewed on 2026/6/1
Martine Inn
"Beautiful views!"
Reviewed on 2026/5/30
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Everything was great no complaints"
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The staff was amazing. Our first room (even tho it was ocean view) had a small balcony and wasn’t really as advertised. They moved us to an incredible room right over the ocean! Great birthday gift!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/5
Where to stay in 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.
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 Cannery Row.
Grove Acres
When in Grove Acres, you can plan a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.
