Asilomar Hotel & Conference GroundsvsHotel Pacific
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Hotel Pacific is preferred by most professionals compared to Asilomar Conference Grounds. Hotel Pacific ranks #12 in Central California Coast with approval from 4 reviewers such as Oyster, Frommer's and Gayot.
Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds
 Gayot
 Oyster
 Lonely Planet
800 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
From $125/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 - Free Parking
 
 "History unites with Mother Nature in this refuge by the sea." 
Mid-Range
 "Asilomar Conference Grounds is an interesting mid-range property with a summer camp atmosphere and historic Julia Morgan-designed architecture." Full review
 Top Choice
 "This state-park lodge sprawls by sand dunes in pine forest." Full review
Hotel Pacific
 Jetsetter
 Gayot
 Oyster
 Frommer's
300 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "All-suite, Spanish-style sleep in downtown Monterey with in-room fireplaces and patios or balconies." Full review
 "Cozy accommodations near attractions of Old Monterey." 
Upper-middle-range
 "The upper-middle-range boutique Hotel Pacific has a convenient location on the edge of downtown Monterey." Full review
 "Each room has its own outdoor space, either a walled patio or a balcony, though many guests prefer to hang out in the hotel's lushly planted courtyard, with its little fountain and chairs. " Full review
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The only downside to staying here is street noise, so ask for a room that faces away from the busy road out front.