Asilomar Dunes Travel Guide
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Visit Asilomar Dunes
Stay near popular Asilomar Dunes attractions
Things to do

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Asilomar Dunes

Asilomar Conference Grounds
"The only advantage of this place is the close proximity to the ocean and the white sand. I stayed there about five years ago. Was hoping they had made updates and remodeling but sadly, no. The room is very old and amenities are virtually none. Shower was scotching hot no warm option. There was mold ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Located in central Monterey and walking distance to historic Monterey, Fisherman's Wharf and surrounding beach. Thirty minute walk to the Monterey Aquarium with a trolley stop in front of hotel property. Beautiful lobby with library. Jack's restaurant on site has excellent food and outdoor fire pits ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Nice"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Carmel Mission Inn

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

The Monterey Hotel
"Very helpful staff, but very old facility, too poor for the money, not recommended"
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Asilomar Dunes

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.

Retreat
If you're spending some time in Retreat, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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





















