Asilomar Dunes
Pacific Grove
Visit Asilomar Dunes
Popular places to visit
Point Pinos Lighthouse
Experience a piece of American maritime history with a tour of one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.
Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve
You can take time to visit Asilomar Dunes Nature Preserve during your travels to Pacific Grove.
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.
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.
Oceanview Boulevard
Oceanview Boulevard is just one of the places to see in Pacific Grove, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
Things to do
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive
Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours
Top hotels in Asilomar Dunes
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Room was great. Staff was great. The restaurant in the hotel and the brewery were wonderful. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Amazing hotel, staff were super helpful and lovely. Hotel location is right in the middle of town with loads of eating and wine bars next to it.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Gorgeous view and great room!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Clean, good location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
I can not say enough about how nice the staff and hotel is. It is worth it to enjoy all the amenities here and the food is wonderful!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Nice bed, good TV, great shower
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asilomar Dunes
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.
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.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Asilomar State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Country Club Gate
While Country Club Gate isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Presidio of Monterey.
