Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds
Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds
800 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3704
Full view
View all photos(1,099)1,099
360
Panoramas (9) 
Videos (2)
View prices for your travel dates
Contact accommodation for availability.
There are similar hotels available.
View allDid you already book this hotel?
Avg. S$252 /night, 10/6 - 10/7
S$346
per night
S$275
per night
S$204
per night
Oct
Nov
6 Oct
8 Oct
10 Oct
12 Oct
14 Oct
16 Oct
18 Oct
20 Oct
22 Oct
24 Oct
26 Oct
28 Oct
30 Oct
1 Nov
3 Nov
5 Nov
Reflects recent average nightly prices reported by our partners, and may not include estimated taxes or fees. Price at checkout may differ.
Cheaper
Average
Higher
About
3.5
#2 of 3 resorts in Pacific GroveLocation
Cleanliness
Service
Value
This refuge by the sea is a tranquil oceanfront retreat cradled by pine forests and white sand beaches. Situated along the shoreline of California's famed Monterey Bay, Asilomar offers historic lodging with views of the forest, surf and sand, plus unique conference spaces.
Read more
Suggest edits to improve what we show.Improve this listing
Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Game room
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Street parking
Internet
Outdoor pool
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Snack bar
Hiking
Patio
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Room features
Private balcony
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Good to know
HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
HOTEL STYLE
Family Resort
Park View
Languages Spoken
English
Location
800 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3704
Getting there
Car recommended
Places to stay are graded on a 0-100 scale. The higher the grade, the easier it is for travellers to find restaurants and things to do within walking distance.
Grade: 45 out of 100
45
Monterey Peninsula Airport
8.7 km•
See all flights
Car Hire
537 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
Reviews
3.5
1,005 reviews
Reviews summary
This summary was created by AI, based on recent reviews.
Powered by AI
Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds is often recognized for its solid value and rustic charm, featuring mid-century style elements like beamed ceilings and fireplaces. While guests consistently praise its picturesque ocean proximity, opinions on maintenance and luxury aspects are mixed. Travelers commend the property's cleanliness and natural setting, but some are critical of outdated facilities and the lack of modern in-room amenities.
The service has received mixed reviews, with reports of both helpfulness and unresponsiveness. Rooms are generally clean, though experiences with their condition vary.
Location
Picturesque
Atmosphere
Rustic
Rooms
Unkempt
Value
Reasonable
Cleanliness
Mixed
Service
Inconsistent
Amenities
Underwhelming
Was this helpful?
Tripadvisor is not responsible for this summary or the opinions in it. For more information, please read the traveller reviews and learn more about how the site works.
1,005Review19Q+A100Room tips
Traveller rating
- 223
- 344
- 214
- 100
- 124
Time of year
Traveller type
Language
Selected filters
- Filter
- English
Popular mentions
Sort by:
Detailed Reviews
This facility sits in one of the most beautiful spots on the California coast, tucked behind and on top of the dunes overlooking the ocean which is a short walk away.
It is a state park facility, run by the concessionaire Aramark.
The buildings are generally older and somewhat worn, the rooms sparse, and the food overpriced. Some buildings have been renovated, but the web site for reservations does not give you a clue what you might get, so it is the luck of the draw.
Our room was decent and clean, but lacked even a coffee pot. So for a cup we had to walk across the grounds to the lobby building and pay Starbucks prices.
We passed on the food "package," because the last time I attended a conference I found the food to be overpriced and underwhelming.
The view is great. The architecture is great. The location is wonderful.
But a motel room block away will cost less and you can enjoy that and a better room.
It is a state park facility, run by the concessionaire Aramark.
The buildings are generally older and somewhat worn, the rooms sparse, and the food overpriced. Some buildings have been renovated, but the web site for reservations does not give you a clue what you might get, so it is the luck of the draw.
Our room was decent and clean, but lacked even a coffee pot. So for a cup we had to walk across the grounds to the lobby building and pay Starbucks prices.
We passed on the food "package," because the last time I attended a conference I found the food to be overpriced and underwhelming.
The view is great. The architecture is great. The location is wonderful.
But a motel room block away will cost less and you can enjoy that and a better room.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2020
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
Room Tip:Â If you want modern, or a fireplace, specify. If you want the old and very small historic...
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
While I agree w some of the current reviews that it was a bummer the pool, bike and food options were closed, I was reminded how special the location is. The access to the beach and boardwalk and coast trail was just as wonderful as always! Its proximity to Fishwife also a big plus! Though not fancy and quite bare-bones, the accommodation is still comfortable and good value. When the reservations for my party of 7 had us split into 2 rooms on opposite ends of the property, Florinda and Sita went beyond to accommodate us with 2 rooms next to each other. We enjoyed 2 fantastically large rooms, with a combined 10 sleeping spaces, and ate breakfast out in the back areas right outside our rooms. Kudos for this excellent level of service!
Read more
Date of stay: June 2021
Value
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
A lot to digest? Read an AI-generated summary of recent traveller reviews.
The area is very expensive so it’s hard to find decent accommodation unless you want to spend a ton of money. My mom and sister and I spent a girls weekend here. The location is perfect, the grounds are absolutely beautiful and well taken care of. We loved the fireplace in our room.
This place would actually be amazing for a conference! Only 4 starts because the rooms themselves really need updating, which I understand would be a large undertaking - but needs to be done.
This place would actually be amazing for a conference! Only 4 starts because the rooms themselves really need updating, which I understand would be a large undertaking - but needs to be done.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hotel's Favourite
The Hotel is very beautiful with lots of open spaces. Every corner is amazing. This is a place where you feel at peace. It is a walking distance of the sea, where you will find a nice trail. The main office is gorgeous and I was very happy to take my breakfast there.
Read more
Date of stay: July 2022
Location
Service
Sleep Quality
Room Tip:Â I'd recommend taking the rooms on the second floor.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
This conference area is an historic site. It sits on a large property with deer, raccoons, and a short walk to the beach. The buildings are just incredible, This time we stayed in the 'lodge', historic rooms. We had a beutiful room with 3 twins and bath. Downstiars there is a living room with fire that we share with others. They have regular motel type rooms, really large rooms, suitable for families, historic rooms, two cottages, etc. This is run like a national park: no tv etc. Totally gorgeous and supremely quiet. Just what I like. You may purchase meals in advance and I would recommend that you eat breakfast in the dining room at least once. The main building has a tiny restaurant where you can grab coffee or a light breakfast, sandwich, wine, etc. It also has a beautiful room with fireplace, pool tables and a gift shop. In nice weather sit on the deck with coffee and enjoy the views. If you are not at a conference you may stay there by purchasing extra rooms that are available. The price depends on how busy they are (conferences book 5 months in advance i believe.,
Read more
Date of stay: February 2020
Location
Service
Room Tip:Â many choices of rooms, some without bath, to large rooms with ocean views.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Here for a weekend workshop so food was in the conference dining hall and it was very mediocre and unsatisfying. Stayed in Scripps, which is one of the historic buildings and while I wanted to like the old fashion room, I found it rather uncomfortable and dreary by the end. At $250 a night the company that runs the facilities needs to plow some of the profits back into refurbishing. Yes, ocean front location is spectacular.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
This was our second stay at Asilomar. The website description and photos did NOT reflect our experience. We stayed in a "new" unit. Not only was the unit dated, the carpet was filthy. When we walked in the room, it was 85 degrees! There was no blanket on the bed. The room was not well cleaned. Despite that we were told we had an upgrade, there was NO DOOR to the bathroom. The website said the room had luxious amenities, we had a single bar of soap that dried out our skin, one one threadbare towel for each of us and the shower was so rusty, we choose not to shower during our 2 night stay. Our checkin process was less than ideal, the wrong room was charged with our credit card, the front desk clerk was very confused and overwhelmed. The grounds are spectacular.
Read more
Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Value
Location
Service
Room Tip:Â Find alternate accomodations
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We arrived at 6.30pm with a 2 year old. Was told that they could t give us a crib as the room has a fireplace and that’s a hazard. I told them about the two year old when I booked that room. Plus… it’s august. After agreeing to waive any claim if the child burnt herself on a non lit fire they agreed to the crib.
There is no food available here - the website is totally incorrect. Even the literature they give you regarding the cafe is wrong. So if you come with a baby expecting to be able to get something to eat or even (heaven forbid, at a hotel) a glass of wine forget it.
As others have said rooms are DATED and BASIC, like a cross between the original dirty dancing resort and a religious retreat.
The price was ok and the location is fantastic but come prepared with a full larder of food, a kettle and cutlery… oh and pillows too as they’re rock solid.
There is no food available here - the website is totally incorrect. Even the literature they give you regarding the cafe is wrong. So if you come with a baby expecting to be able to get something to eat or even (heaven forbid, at a hotel) a glass of wine forget it.
As others have said rooms are DATED and BASIC, like a cross between the original dirty dancing resort and a religious retreat.
The price was ok and the location is fantastic but come prepared with a full larder of food, a kettle and cutlery… oh and pillows too as they’re rock solid.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Â Take food and drink. Lower your expectations
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
A little pricey for the lack of amenities- no coffee in room, bare minimalistic. Other than that we would return for the awesome location, lovely ocean boardwalk access to beach. The cafe was good. We never tried the main dining hall meals, attempted to go for breakfast- but at $20 breakfast the buffet spread looked sparse. But all said and done, loved the grounds and the sustainability of this place, all they have done to preserve its natural vegetation.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We were at Asilomar for a 4 day meditation retreat that had about 250 participants. Having been at Asilomar once before many years ago, we were aware that it is something of a rustic experience in a beautiful location. We were on the second floor in the Windward section. Our room had a huge beamed ceiling, a small balcony, several beds, and a well configured bathroom with sinks, shower, and toilet all separate, making it easy for multiple people to keep privacy. As many have mentioned, the facilities are old, but clean. The staff were consistently friendly and helpful. An easy walk to the beach, with trails for walking and running, and although we did not go into town, very close to restaurants, and grocery stores. One star off for the dining hall. Although the food was very good, the limited hours of the dining hall was difficult for us. We are very early risers, and a 7:30 breakfast is too late for us, and a 6pm dinner also too late. We found the little Cafe to have longer hours and few choices in a pinch. We would definitely go again if the opportunity arises. Just don't expect a high end resort. The Asilomar is a bit like sleep away camp.
Read more
Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
Room Tip:Â Seems a popular place for family reunions and other larger family gatherings as well as...
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Spindrift South
The "historic" room I had (and most are like this) came with a very small table. The WiFi wasn't great, but if you go to the main lodge / lobby area, they should have better signal and tables for use.
Pool is open from 7am to sunset
No microwave nor coffee maker
"The common area has a coffee shop with delicious scones for breakfast in the morning."Read full review
"This is not a luxury resort but lets you focus on nature. It makes Monterey affordable to visit. Great to also relax and enjoy the area"Read full review
"Seems a popular place for family reunions and other larger family gatherings as well as conferences. "Read full review
…
PRICE RANGE
S$243 - S$298 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
asilomar conference grounds hotel pacific grove, asilomar conference grounds pacific grove, asilomar conference center, asilomar hotel
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaMonterey CountyPacific Grove
NUMBER OF ROOMS
312
Prices are provided by our partners, and reflect nightly room rates, including any mandatory fees. Taxes not included. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim Your ListingASILOMAR HOTEL & CONFERENCE GROUNDS | UPDATED 2024 Resort Reviews, Price Comparison and 1,108 Photos (Pacific Grove, CA) - Tripadvisor
Frequently Asked Questions about Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds
Which popular attractions are close to Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Nearby attractions include 17-Mile Drive (2.5 km), Monterey Bay Aquarium (3.2 km), and Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard (1.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pavel's Backerei, Compagno's Market & Deli, and The Bench.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Are there any historical sites close to Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Cannery Row (3.3 km), Doc Rickett's Pacific Biological Laboratories (3.2 km), and Cooper-Molera Adobe (4.5 km).
Does Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.