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
"Loved everything about this property! Would definitely stay again!!!"
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"Some old places have charm, some are just old. On arrival we were assigned a front room, musty, on the street, noisy. The windows could be opened, to allow air, but there were no screens in the window. A paper handout said there were screens in the (decrepit) armoire, which was true, but they were ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Martine Inn
"Beautiful views!"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
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 Jun 1, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Amazing stay!!!"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"This was our second time at the Plaza. As always we had a wonderful stay. Room was nice and loved the Nexpresso. Views from our partial ocean were great. Lobby drinks were excellent. Service was top notch. Can't wait to stay again. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 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 Cannery Row, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row 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 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.
Seaview
Though Seaview might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row.
