Retreat Travel Guide
Pacific Grove





Stay near popular Retreat attractions
Things to do

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
Top hotels in Retreat

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
"Our 5-day stay at the Kimpton Mirador was...fine. The biggest upside was that it allows for dogs of any size, so we weren't restricted by our 70lb dog. Overall, the building is very nice - well kept, lovely staff, nice room, etc. It's in a great location - close to the water as well as to the main ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Green Gables Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
"I absolutely love this little inn. It was so quiet and relaxing. The view is stunning, the staff is friendly, and the rooms were well kept. The beds could be a little more comfortable, but they were decent enough that I could sleep through the night. The little dining room for breakfast had the best ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Martine Inn
"The rooms were very clean. The staff was excellent, so accommodating. The only negative I have is their internet was very weak or did not work at all. Since it's a bed and breakfast. There are no TVs except in a common area room, which is fine but just be aware that you do not have TVs in your ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"The pics of the hotel are eye catching, but in reality this is a typical beach hotel within a former boarding house from the 1800s, which is cool if you enjoy historic buildings. The service is nothing to rave about, the linens are not on par with many mid-range chain hotels, and the rooms show plenty ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"The mattresses were worn - mine had a pit that I was fighting all night. The toilet paper was poor. Very small pool with so many people it was not desirable to use. Expensive room with a lot of charges as add ons. Charging $5 in room for water with same water in vending area at $2.50 within 50 ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"This was such a nice place"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in 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.

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
Grove Acres might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
Sunset
Sunset might not have many top sights, but Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

















