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.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
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.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Retreat Hotel Deals
Martine Inn
Breakfast was lovely and fresh. Very nice views.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Very pet friendly, delicious and fresh dinner and breakfast in the restaurant of the hotel, the room that is very clean and spacious. Very friendly staff.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Great simple breakfast. Parking spaces were limited but street parking relatively easy. Our room in the main building was small but cozy, however, carpet was old and musty. Bathroom towels could use an upgrade - they look tired & dingy. All and all staff were friendly & very accommodating during ...
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great hotel
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Staff very friendly. Less expensive than Carmel. One night stay on the way to Big Sur.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
There was a septic smell coming from the bathroom.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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
When in Hillcrest, you can plan a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Asilomar State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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
When in Grove Acres, you can plan a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Seaview
Though Seaview might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.
