Retreat
Pacific Grove
Popular places to visit
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 such as 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.
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
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours
Top hotels in Retreat
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Comfortable, spacious room. Friendly staff. Great location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Martine Inn
Great staff. Very friendly. Awesome sitting room overlooking the ocean. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
This was my second time staying at Seven Gables and it did not disappoint. We stayed in the Ocean Mist room - it was palatial, we had a gorgeous view of the ocean, and the bed was soo comfy. I love all the finishing touches of this spot, from the welcome glass of champagne, the nightly wine and cookie ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Staff is very friendly and the building is historic. Bathrooms are very good
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Gorgeous view and great room!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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
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.
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.
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
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.
Seaview
While Seaview 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.
