Asilomar Conference Grounds

800 Asilomar Boulevard

Pacific Grove, CA US

Nestled along the shoreline of California's famed Monterey Peninsula, Asilomar is a tranquil ocean front retreat cradled by forests and white sand beaches. Designed by acclaimed architect Julia Morgan and embracing the Arts & Crafts architectural style, Asilomar harmonizes with its natural surroundings and has played host to thousands of visitors since its founding in 1913. Rich with history, scenic beauty and serenity, Asilomar is the ideal location for group meetings, corporate retreats, weddings, family reunions and vacation getaways.

Room Information

Non-Smoking Historic Room

Historic rooms are located in buildings that were designed by architect Julia Morgan and built between 1913 and 1928. These rooms have hardwood floors, some with wood-paneled walls as well. All of the historic lodging buildings have a common living room, with a fireplace, for lounging and reading. Historic accommodations include a shower and bathroom in each room. Size and quantity of beds vary from one single bed to two double beds. ROOMS NOT HAVE A TELEVISION OR TELEPHONE!

Non-Smoking Standard

Some of the standard rooms are located in buildings designed by architect John Carl Warnecke and built in a style complementary to that of Julia MorganÂ’s. Standard rooms are more modern than historic ones and include a private bathroom and shower. Some Standard rooms have a patio or balcony. Size and quantity of beds vary in rooms, but in most the common combinations are: two double beds; one double and one single bed; one queen and one single bed; or four single beds. ROOMS NOT HAVE A TELEVISION OR TELEPHONE!

Directions

From the North: N

From San Jose/San Francisco: Take highway 101 South to Prunedale area. Exit highway 156 West sign will read Montery Peninsula. Continue on highway 156 West and it will merge to Highway 1 South. Proceed with directions below for Highway 1 South.

From the South: S

From Los Angeles: Take Highway 101 North ORI-5 N TO 46 W TO 101 N. Take Highway 68 West to Monterey Peninsula. Continue on Highway 68 West to Highway 1 South. Proceed with directions below for Highway 1 South.

Restaurants

Crocker Dining Hall

* Cuisine: American Hours of Operation: * Breakfast: 7.30AM-9AM * Lunch: 12PM-1PM * Dinner: 6PM-7PM Family style service with set menu. Each guest is seated in a 10-seat table with other guests. Dress Code: Casual attire.

Area Attractions

Tourist Information: Originally founded in 1913 as the Western Conference Center for the Young WomenÂ’s Christian Association, YWCA; Asilomar provided lodging and meeting space for religious groups, college conferences and womenÂ’s training courses. The summers however belonged primarily to the YWCA for their leadership conferences and the girl reserve summer camp. The stories from those early years of the stuck-ups, pirates and their songs, poems and words of wisdom are as much a part of Asilomar today as they were almost a century ago.

Recreation

On-Site Recreation

Bicycling- Billiards/Snooker- Jogging- Nature Preserves/Trails- Swimming- Volleyball- Water Sports

Off-Site Recreation

Cardio Vascular Exercise- Exercising- Fine Dining- Fishing- Golf- Hiking - Horseback Riding- Museum/Gallery Viewing- Sailing/Boating- Scuba Diving- Snorkeling- Tennis- Theater- Universal Gym- Weightlifting- Wine Tasting