Grove Acres
Pacific Grove
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Grove Acres
Monarch Resort
This was a great budget option for a stop on our road trip. The bed wasn’t the best but clean, safe and great location.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Monterey Peninsula Inn
Clean, comfortable, well-run, and well-located - this place was just right for me, and I’ll be glad to stay here again.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Sunset Inn
Very clean, staff were very kind and attentive. Room was cozy and we were upgraded for a small fee. Limited parking, we had to park in the electric vehicle charging spot (ok'd by the hotel manager) because our spot was blocked another car. Wish it was closer to the beach like the photos showed, but ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Deer Haven Inn
Yes the fireplace was warm after a while. I didn't need to use the parking lot. It seems there were a few improvements t like the coffee area. would like to see water bottles in the room even if I had to pay for it.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Bide-A-Wee Inn
Very cute exterior. Beautiful greenery surrounding the cottages with trees, gardens, fountains and seating areas. You can see the ocean from the front of the hotel and at night, if you leave your window open, you can hear the waves from your room. Small and cute internal structure with decent furniture. ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great, convenient location and comfortable rooms. Lobby area was very high quality with lots of seating and a very pleasant atmosphere.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grove Acres
Asilomar Dunes
If you're spending some time in Asilomar Dunes, Monterey Bay and Point Pinos Lighthouse 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 Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Asilomar State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Presidio of Monterey, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Country Club Gate
Though Country Club Gate might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Presidio of Monterey.
