Pacific Ocean coastline with soft waves and coastal light

Pacific Grove, California

Wake to the sound of the Pacific — your steps from the sand.

Mermaid House is a boutique beachfront retreat on Mermaid Avenue, where coastal calm meets comfortable lodging. No crowds, no rush — just ocean air, soft light, and the kind of sleep that makes you forget the time.

Ocean Views
Walk to the Beach
Monterey Bay

Welcome

A quiet corner of the coast, made for staying.

There's a particular kind of stillness that comes with waking up to the Pacific — the kind that settles into your bones and stays with you all day. Mermaid House captures that feeling.

Located on Mermaid Avenue in Pacific Grove, our lodging sits just a short walk from the shoreline, the Cypress Grove, and the vibrant downtown that makes this stretch of California so special. We're close enough to feel the energy of the bay, tucked away enough to hear yourself think.

Every detail here is chosen to make your stay feel effortless: soft linens, warm terracotta tones, natural light that shifts through the day, and the steady rhythm of waves you can almost touch from the window.

Bright coastal room with sand-toned linens and ocean light

Accommodations

Rooms designed for the way you actually want to rest.

Each room is thoughtfully appointed with coastal materials, comfortable beds, and a sense of calm that makes it hard to leave.

Spacious oceanview suite with large windows and neutral tones

Oceanview Suite

Our largest room, with panoramic windows facing the Pacific. A sitting area, premium bedding, and a private balcony where mornings are best spent with nothing but the sound of the tide.

  • Ocean-facing windows
  • Private balcony
  • King bed
  • Sitting area
Garden view room with terracotta accents and natural light

Garden Room

Overlooking the courtyard and native plantings, this room brings the outdoors in. Soft sand tones, a queen bed dressed in organic cotton, and a bathroom finished in handcrafted tile.

  • Garden access
  • Queen bed
  • Handcrafted tile bath
  • Organic linens
Cozy cove room with warm terracotta walls and coastal decor

Cove Room

A compact, intimate retreat perfect for solo travelers or couples. Warm terracotta walls, a comfortable double bed, and every amenity you need for a restful Monterey Bay stay.

  • Intimate layout
  • Double bed
  • Walk-in shower
  • Climate control

The Experience

What makes a stay at Mermaid House feel different.

Steps from the water

Mermaid Avenue puts you on the shortest path to the beach. No parking, no long walks — just slip out the door and feel the sand between your toes.

Thoughtfully furnished

Every piece in our rooms is chosen for comfort and character — from the hand-thrown ceramics on the shelf to the linens that feel like a breath of fresh air.

Monterey Bay at your door

From whale watching to tide pooling, Point Pinos to the Asilomar district — Pacific Grove is one of the most walkable coastal towns on the California coast.

A home away from home

Mermaid House is small by design. You'll get personalized attention, local recommendations, and the kind of hospitality that comes from caring about the experience, not the occupancy.

Location

In the heart of Pacific Grove, moments from the Pacific.

661 Mermaid Avenue sits in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Monterey County — close to the beach, close to downtown, and close to everything that makes this stretch of coast so special.

5 min to beach Downtown Pacific Grove Free parking Pet friendly
Golden hour light over the Pacific Ocean from Monterey Bay

Ready?

Your oceanfront escape is one call away.

Call us at (831) 884-5169 to check availability and reserve your stay. We'd love to welcome you to the coast.

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you have a question about our rooms, need directions, or just want to know what's happening along the coast right now — reach out. We respond quickly.

(831) 884-5169 info@mermaid-house.com 661 Mermaid Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

We typically respond within a few hours during business hours.

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