The Centrella Hotel, near Monterey Bay Aquarium, offers a peaceful retreat with continental breakfast and a garden sanctuary. Explore local attractions on rented bikes or relax in the library. The multilingual staff consistently impresses guests with their helpful service.
Located near the beach, Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is in Retreat, a neighbourhood in Pacific Grove. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Pacific Grove travel guide
612 Central Ave, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950
What's nearby
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Lovers Point
2 min walk - 0.2 km
17-Mile Drive
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Cannery Row
3 min drive - 2.2 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium
3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Monterey Station
6 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
18 min drive
Restaurants
First Awakenings
17 min walk
Spotted Duck
4 min walk
happy girl kitchen co.
14 min walk
Beach House Restaurant
5 min walk
Crema Lovers Point
6 min walk
About this property
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Hotel near 17-Mile Drive
Close to Lovers Point and Monterey Bay Aquarium, Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a garden and a hair salon. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Bike hire, smoke-free property and a TV in reception
Tour/ticket information, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Hot tub
Library
TV in common areas
Conveniences
Hair salon
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Garden
On the bay
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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3 floors
6 buildings
Built in 1889
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
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Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Frequently asked questions
Is Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?
As of 18 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 7 Jul 2026 start from RM576, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00.
Where is Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?
Located in Retreat, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Lovers Point. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are also within 1 mile (2 km). Monterey Station is 21 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Our room was small but very quiet and comfortable. It is an old hotel, but that's ok. The continental breakfast was great, and having coffee available all day was nice as well as the free glass of wine in the evening. We loved sitting on the outside front porch enjoying the glass of wine. It was walkable to everything, including the beach. The staff was great - very helpful and knowledgeable!
The hotel is very dated but location is super. Nice employees. Parking was difficult as the farmer's market was going on. Suggestion: have employees parking on street so parking is available to guests. Breakfast was good but we had to ask for yogurt/fruit. Most people didn't even know they offered it. It was very good. We also had to ask for a glass of wine at early evening hour. Maybe have a bottle of wine and glasses out would have been better organized? Or a note saying ask front desk for your complementary glass of wine? That being said, staff was very friendly and helpful if you asked them a question.
Our cottage was really cute and the entire place had a beautiful garden and had a very cosy atmosphere. The building is historic so be ready for a walk in history.
Amy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine
23 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super cute for a short stay, friendly staff and great area.
This was by far the cutest hotel we stayed in during our recent California trip. We stayed in the third floor in a surprisingly large space. It’s an older hotel (was a boarding house in a past life), but it’s in a quiet neighborhood, close to good restaurants, and a short walk to the beach park. Would absolutely stay here again. The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful.
1 block away from shopping/restaurants and a few blocks away from the ocean. The rooms were clean and the staff were kind. There is a large seating area in the lobby and out on the patio. The free glass of wine was a nice touch.
Jane
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Jon
5 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was wonderful and enhanced by the Victorian charm of the Ventrella.
I love the cozy charming feel of this Historic Landmark Hotel. Staff was friendly and kind. I felt comfortable and secure as a Solo Traveler. Parking is limited on the site, but the neighborhood streets around the hotel off her parking. You can unload in front of the hotel, and then go find a place to park. The breakfast of a yogurt parfait made to order and various pastries was very good. It is close to shopping and dining, and a walk to the beach is just several blocks away.
The property was extremely charming and historic, the room had all the amenities we needed and very comfortable, clean furniture. There was a lovely claw foot bathtub, as well as a shower (though the shower did not have any way to ensure privacy from others in the same room). For me, the old school decor and amenities is a huge plus.
In the morning there was a delicious breakfast, parfaits, pastries, bagels and a wide variety of beverages. I loved the juice. It was a delightful morning.
The location is great, I recommend walking a few blocks to Lovers Point and enjoying the plentiful local wildlife and the sea views. Nearby is Cannery Row and the famous Aquarium.
For limitations, I’d say the tap water wasn’t the best (maybe a local thing?), there were no plates or silverware in the room, and the shampoo above the bathtub was empty (good thing we brought our own). I appreciated that there was a hair dryer.
Parking was limited but it was easy to get street parking.
Staff was nice, though I didn’t interact much. We arrived after front desk hours and it went smoothly with a phone call ahead of time.
Would go again!