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Asilomar Conference Grounds, Pacific Grove

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800 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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$140 avg. price
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Look up "retreat" in the dictionary, and you will likely find a picture of Asilomar next to the entry. Nestled amongst a forest of Pacific Grove pines (and just footsteps from a coastal playground of dunes... More »
Look up "retreat" in the dictionary, and you will likely find a picture of Asilomar next to the entry. Nestled amongst a forest of Pacific Grove pines (and just footsteps from a coastal playground of dunes, bluffs, and surf), the historic conference grounds are an ideally surreal place not only for a meeting, but for any brand of family getaway as well. Even if you and yours manage to somehow tire of the peace and tranquility of this Julia Morgan-designed nature-enveloped sanctuary, note that the facility is located within just minutes of Downtown Monterey, and all its family-friendly attractions (from the Monterey Bay Aquarium to Fisherman's Wharf and everything in between). For a less hectic jaunt back into civilization, trot right across Sunset Drive to the Fishwife for some Latin-influenced seafood, fine wines, and unforgettable Key Lime Pie. See website for reservations, online specials, group rates, and complete visitor details.
Amenities: Refrigerator, Non-Smoking Rooms, Daily Maid Service, Fireplace, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Balcony/Terrace... More »
Amenities: Refrigerator, Non-Smoking Rooms, Daily Maid Service, Fireplace, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Balcony/Terrace
Hotel Details:
  • 317 Rooms / 2 Floors
  • Built in 1915
  • Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service
  • Multi-lingual Staff
  • Sprinkler in Rooms
  • Smoke Alarm in Rooms
  • Photocopy Service
  • Administrative Services
  • Common/Public Areas Accessible to Wheelchairs
  • Business Center
  • A-V Equipment Rental
  • Fax (For Guests)
  • Gift Shop
  • Beach
  • Pool (Outdoor)
 
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7 reviews for Asilomar Conference Grounds, Pacific Grove
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By A Yahoo! Contributor, 07/02/08
It was supposed to be a romantic weekend getaway for my husband's big 30th birthday. The place promised to be beautiful and peaceful. Well, the location is nice, but the accommodation was horrible and unacceptable. The unit we checked in to looked like a run-down cabin from the outside. It was musty and dark and dirty inside. The bathroom was an absolute horror. The bed linens were also dark and dirty looking. The place smelled really bad. To top it off my husband saw a spider on the wall. I refused to sleep in a place like that. We checked right out in 5 minutes, leaving the place untouched. We were glad they were gracious enough to give us a refund. We checked into another hotel and paid more than twice as much, but it was worth it! We will never again go to this place nor will we recommend it to anyone. Pay a little more and stay in a clean and decent place!
 
 
 
 
 
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Horrible Food, Great Stay
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 10/02/07
Well, I would recommed this to people who love the outdoors, nature, and a low-key setting. We had a very "rustic" room that was extremely basic (some would say low-end), but then having a view of the ocean makes up for it. Our room did not have a TV, and it was very peaceful. One note, the food is really, really bad. We ordered a package deal, but when we got the final itinerary, we saw that they acutally charged us $15 for what we ate. Suggestion... save that small amount of money and go to a local restaurant or coffee house. One note too, is the lodge restaurant is like a cafeteria and you sit in large tables with strangers eating "family Style" which is kind of weird. I would definitely recommend this place for families and couples who want a peaceful get away, just DON'T EAT THE FOOD! :) Hope this helps!
 
 
 
 
 
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Sheer Horror
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 08/06/07
They say it is supposed to be rustic and nature-friendly, but it is simply run-down and falling apart. Staff is unfriendly and dysfunctional to say the least, rooms are dumpy and smelly, too hot or too cold depending on the outside weather. But the top is the food. probably the worst I have ever had in all my trips (and man, didn't I travel!). Greasy, cold, tasteless - and that was on good days! Really horrible beyond imagination. Checked with all my colleagues, we all felt it was terrible. Also checked with other guys from other groups, all said: never again. I guess Asilomar's business model is to lure in conferences until everybody knows how bad it is and then run with the cash!
 
 
 
 
 
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Peace and beauty on Earth
By theresa, 06/16/07
Staying here is like being in an different time zone. Different era.....wonderful peace and beauty. The room was very comfortable and cozy. I will always come back!
 
 
 
 
 
4 of 4 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
peaceful trip
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 12/31/05
Asilomar is a great place for families, couples, old, young, people traveling alone.......on the coast and alking paths...excellent food....friendly...very clean rooms....peaceful...tranquil......we go there often to re-focus ourselves.
 
 
 
 
 
6 of 7 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
A little slice of heaven!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 05/18/05
Imagine oprning my eyes at break of day to the sun shining over the Pacific! That was just the beginning of my week's sojourn in one of the ebachfront cabins at Asilomar. It was as though I had won a trip to paradise--an I was there to attend a business conference. Serious business. The food, the staff, the ambience were ideal. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I will be back.
 
 
 
 
 
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The Pacific Grove "place to be"
By Joan Neslund, 05/07/04
We stayed 4 nights at Asilomar as leisure guests, not conference attendees. We absolutely loved it. I found so little first hand information on Asilomar that I knew I had to write a review. The Asilomar grounds are spacious and beautiful. Historic buildings, designed my architect Julia Morgan surrounded by grassy open space and trails. Deer and raccoons wander the grounds freely and benches and outside tables provide many a spot to enjoy. Asilomar Conference Center is run by the California State Parks and is just steps away from Asilomar State Beach. All of the other hotels in the area border Asilomar grounds making it the “place to be” in Pacific Grove.

Our room was large and spacious with a real wood fireplace – restocked everyday. A full breakfast was served each morning. The food was good and wholesome offering us choices of what we would like. We had the option of buying lunch and dinner if we wanted. We had dinner there 2 nights and were able to order wine to go with out meal.

Asilomar is an experience not just a place to stay. It is perfect for family reunions, no one would have to cook, and as leisure guests we had a blast watching the various conference clientele. All in all, it is the only place we will ever stay in Pacific Grove.
 
 
 
 
 
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