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City of Hua Hin
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ศูนย์ศิลปหัตถกรรมหัวหิน
It has a collection and exhibition of works of contemporary Thai artists, as well as old furniture and many pictures of Hua Hin in the past.
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This is Thailand's most beautiful train station of which the local people are very proud. The wooden building used to be a royal pavilion in Sanamchan Palace, Nakhon Pathom Province. It was rebuilt in Hua Hin in 1968.
Held at the Dusit Hotel, the dates change each year, but the event coincides with the Thai holiday of Songkran and the Easter holiday in April.
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An imposing hill with Buddhist temples and a commanding view of the resort, particularly early in the morning. A local bus service runs from Hua Hin to Khao Takiap. Khao Takiap is one of the highest areas in Hua Hin. From the top, you will see Hua Hin and also nice beaches.
พระราชวังไกลกังวล
King Rama VII commanded the Klai Kangwon Palace to be built in 1929. This Spanish-style summer palace faces the sea and dominates an extensive ornamental garden. It is where the Thai royal family still customarily spend the hottest months of the year, which are usually Mar-Apr. The palace is open to the public when the royal family is not in residence.
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Rajabhakti (pronounced rat cha pak) Park is meant to honor past Thai kings from the Sukhothai period to the current Royal House of Chakri. It was built by the Royal Thai Army, with funds donated by the public and private sectors. Princess Maha Vajiralongkorn and Princess Bajrakitiyabha officially opened the park on 26 September 2015.
The park covers a total area of 222 rai, or . It consists of three main sections. The first section, covering an area of five rai, or , features the giant statues of seven kings, whose achievements are well-recognized. The seven kings made great contributions to the country in each period of Thai history. They include King Ramkhamhaeng (1279-1300) of the Sukhothai period, King Naresuan (1590-1605) and King Narai (1656-1688) of Ayutthaya period, King Taksin (1767-1782) of the Thonburi period, and King Rama I (1782-1809), King Mongkut (1851-1868), and King Chulalongkorn (1868-1910) of the Rattanakosin period. Each statue is made of bronze, with an average height of 13.9 m. They were designed by the Fine Arts Department.
The second section is a multi-purpose plaza, covering 91 rai, or . It will be used for major ceremonies, performed by the Royal Thai Armed Forces, such as military parades, and for welcoming foreign dignitaries
The third section includes a museum featuring Thai history, especially the biographies and achievements of the seven kings, from the Sukhothai to the Rattanakosin periods. The museum is at the base of the statues.
The Hua Hin Championships is a tennis tournament held in November that is part of the men's ATP Challenger Tour along with a women's tennis tournament that is part of the WTS 125K series. These two events are part of the second level of the official men's Association of Tennis Professionals and Women's Tennis Association systems. These events allow the best lower-ranked tennis players not yet eligible for the ATP World Tour or the WTA Tour to advance their standing. On court you will see professional tennis players from Asia and Australia/New Zealand.
เขาหินเหล็กไฟ, Khao Hin Lek Fei
Khao Hin Lek Fai, or Flint Mountain, is 162 m high and is accessible by road. On foot it's an energetic walk. On the mountaintop, there is a public park and scenic spots that look over Hua Hin and the sea. Lots of monkeys like to hang out around the park too. Good spot for sunrise.
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Bungalows available.
With an area of 98 km², it is renowned for its limestone mountains, mangrove swamps, beaches, and several species of local and migrating birds during the cool season. There are many ridges with the most popular being Khao Sam Roi Yot with 300 peaks.
According to Thai folklore, spirit houses were built to appease the spirit of a fisher's daughter who was once torn to pieces, with her breasts falling into the sea. She was killed because she was desired by too many men. To this day, the locals hang bras on the spirit houses to bring good luck.
A beach. The well-known cave, Tham Phraya Nakhon, has a large hole in it so sunlight shines through, and this allows plants to grow.
A lovely beach with a line of pine trees. Accommodation available.
A cave with an abundance of stalactites and stalagmites. Oil lamps can be rented at the nearby village to aid in exploring the cave.
A cave which can be explored, and oil lamps can be rented in the nearby village.
Phraya Nakhon (or Phra Thi Nang Khuha Kharuhat) in the cave which is a Thai-style pavilion. It was first built during the reign of King Chulalongkorn before being dismantled and reconstructed here. You can hike approx. 1h to the cave directly from the parking lot (you will be offered a boat for 400 baht which saves you about a third of the hike). There is a viewpoint on Khao Daeng which is 400 km from the park office and Ban Khao Daeng. The latter offers boat trips to watch wild birds (a boat trip means that a bored local drives you around and doesn't say much).
In Khiong Wan sub-district, the Thai-Burmese border pass.
There are nice narrow walks leading out to a wide rocky landscape on a mountain top with scenic views of the town.
Lion Island
Named after its shape. It is a popular island for diving and snorkelling, and offers visitors the chance to explore the Hua Hin and Khao Takiab shorelines.
This beach has been of historical importance since the reign of King Mongkut when he viewed a full-moon eclipse there. A long atmospheric sandy beach fringed by pine trees.
Nice beach, owned by the Thai Army.
Was home to the immensely popular monk Luang Pu Thuat, famed for his "miracles". Commissioned by the Queen of Thailand, Wat Huay Mongkol houses the largest statue of Luang Phor Thuat in Thailand in a park-like setting.
Jazz on the beach
The popular event attracts world-class jazz musicians from Thailand and all over the world. Annually, in June.
Hoteliers, the Vintage Car Club of Thailand, and the Tourism Authority of Thailand annually sponsor a parade of vintage and classic cars starting at the Sofitel Central in Bangkok and ending in at the Sofitel Central Hua Hin Resort. The cars, with drivers and passengers dressed in 1920s attire, make the 225 km promenade in December every year. The festivities culminate with a 1920s party at the Sofitel, which appropriately is a Victorian-style structure built in the 1920s.
Held during Mar-May every other year and features stunt kites, big kites, little kites, high-tech kites, traditional Thai kites and displays of international kites. Visitors also enjoy a variety of opportunities for shopping, sightseeing and simply having a good time.
Book tee times for every golf course in Hua Hin.
Traditional Thai massage, oil massage, foot massage, herbal massage.
Smooth, flowy yet technical downhill single track constructed by local aficionados.
On Hat Sai Noi, one of the nicer little beaches in the area. Charming resort. Offers an attractive package for day-trippers: 300 baht per adult, 150 baht for kids 4-12 for use of the pools, a couple free drinks, towels, Wi-Fi. Shuttle from Market Village to hotel and back four times daily. German-run and it runs like clockwork. Restaurant on premises and two others adjacent. Free Wi-Fi. Hotel guests get free breakfast for two, welcome drink. Pet friendly.
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A great place to eat. There is a market devoted primarily to tourist shops along Dechanuchit Rd. This is a favourite venue for shoppers, with opportunities for shopping, enjoying seafood cooked on the spot and glimpsing local lifestyles.
Cute, clean little French boulangerie-patisserie. Also sells French food imports: cassoulet, mustards, pates, foie gras, wines, Calvados. Not cheap, but these things are not widely available.
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The name literally translates as "Pa's House food centre". A jumble of permanent food stalls selling inexpensive food of every variety: seafood, hamburgers, Isaan food, desserts, fried chicken, and much else. Seating is at open-air tables. There are also bar stalls selling beer and cocktails. The place is thronged with Thais every night, probably for good reason, making it sometimes difficult to find a table.
It's always a good sign when local restaurants buy their bread from your bakery. That's the case with this place. Good assortment of breads and an excellent menu of breakfasts and luncheon dishes. No Thai food. Free Wi-Fi.
Family-restaurant, European and Finnish food, barbecue, meatballs. Unfortunately, no "non-smoking" area.
Hua Hin Vegan Cafe
Innovative and healthy meals. Pleasant decor. Friendly staff.
Very good Mexican food. Menu at website.
Mostly a Western-style salad place (with very good salads) but also serve meat in such things as fried rice. Good staff, nice surroundings. Just in from the waterfront.
Terrific bar and guesthouse run by the Dutchman Jeroen (Jerry) and his Thai partner. Great Dutch and Thai food, reasonable prices, and international favourites as well. Free Wi-Fi. Backpacker guesthouse on the premises. Clean to a fault, very well run, and a good venue for sports on TV.
Very budget local place for roti and more.
It turns out that Tops is a good place to get breakfast. It may be the cheapest in Hua Hin. For 89 baht you get two eggs, bacon (good bacon), ham and a hot dog (7-11 quality), a slice of bread, coffee and decent orange juice. Tops also has a full menu of Thai and Western food, also at good prices. The adjacent coffee bar is also a good deal: a hot mocha is just 25 baht.
Part of a coffee chain. Very popular with travelers. Airy and bright with outside seating. Good food and reasonable coffee, but lacking the character of an indie cafe
Nice calm spot run by Patty and her sister. Good selection of coffees, teas, beers, and lots of delicious desserts. All at good prices. Good English spoken.
A clean and bright cafe with a small number of outdoor seats. Excellent breakfasts, good coffee and friendly, amenable staff.
Very popular with the locals, but nearly unknown to tourists. The house band is excellent, playing all Thai country (Puea Chiwit) songs. Before 22:00 there's an opening act that some nights (but irregularly) consists of a duo of a Thai on guitar and a farang on accordion, doing all Thai songs.
The place for live music. This Irish bar with a Mexican slant is the nightly home of Hua Hin's own Stonehead Band. These boys have been rocking Hua Hin for more than 15 years with their great rock and blues classics. Sometimes there is an early opening act. Free Wi-Fi. This place also has terrific food.
Locals and foreigners alike frequent Luknam. Live music every night. Music is Thai pop and country with some Western songs mixed in. Music begins and 22:00 and goes till late.
Nice, spacious bar run by Khun Sen. Good pool table, good TVs on which to watch sports, mainly European football. Good bar hostesses who can kick your butt at pool (free).
Formerly Chada Guesthouse
Good location in Hua Hin's second tourist bar area. Clean, basic rooms with air-con and Wi-Fi. 7-Eleven adjacent and nearby restaurants abound.
water refill station, locker (need padlock) hot shower.
In a quiet street but only a ten minute walk from the beach and even closer to the railway station, Laila offers clean, good sized double rooms with air-con, fan, fridge and free Wi-Fi. Bunks are four to a room with modern beds and air-con. There is a good on-site restaurant and a nice chill out terrace in front.
Small but clean rooms. Excellent location smack in the center of town and near the beach
Includes air-con and TV, fan, hot water, Wi-Fi.
Upscale rooms available in the main building. Guesthouse is opposite some bars playing loud music until 01:00.
Rooms with private baths. Includes high-speed Wi-Fi (if it starts working slow, just reboot the router). Located downtown at end of secluded street near market. Friendly staff. Nice views of hillside from communal balcony. 10 min walk from beach.
Sixteen rooms in a Thai traditional teak guesthouse in the heart of Hua Hin, close to beaches, restaurants and night life. Family suites available. Includes air-con, LED TV and DVD in all rooms. Fan, hot water, Wi-Fi, 24/7 security and friendly staff in a relaxed atmosphere.
Quiet, spotless little place just off the main road. Charming little restaurant on-site. Run by affable Thais. Free (good) Wi-Fi.
Nice rooms, on a quiet road with lots of guesthouses. Nice fresh-looking furniture in bright colours.
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Fifty comfortable guest rooms each with a private balcony overlooking the green hills beyond; rooftop pool, sundeck, Internet stations, restaurant and a free shuttle service to Hua Hin Beach, Hua Hin Market Village, and Hua Hin Night Market.
Beach resort for families.
A basic hotel with breakfast, although this is only a couple of small slices of toast and jam, with a cup of tea or coffee. The hotel has air conditioning and TV. The rooms are quite small. There are restaurants nearby. The beach is 300 m away and all the tourist restaurants are close by.
Clean and modern, with friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast included. The rooms have large flat screen TV with plenty of channels, and there are tea and coffee making facilities provided. No lift.
Small hotel within a few minutes walk to the beach, restaurants, and convenience stores. The rooms are well-designed with a simple, cosy and modern style with flat screen TV, en suite bath, and free Wi-Fi.
A beautiful and relaxing beachfront complex of 22 luxury sea-facing villas, suites, and residences.
They have used Thai artwork in their interior designs and the landscape gardens are designed by Bill Bensley. Guests can take fruit carving, yoga or cooking classes. Has 187 rooms and suites.
Named Conde-Nast's Best Destination Spa in 2020. Very private. Top quality.
On the beach with beachfront swimming pool. Nice, not big, but cheap, clean.
A small luxury beach resort on the beach between Cha-am and Hua Hin, with only 24 villas and rooms, all with sea view and charmingly decorated. Excellent food and services.
Resort with private pool.
Sparkling clean, accommodating staff, great location. Has a terrific little restaurant on the ground floor. Air conditioning, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, minibar, convenience store open until 01:00 adjacent. Just far away from the bar scene to offer 2 min access but quiet ambiance.
A grand hotel from when the railway was opened in the early 1920s.
Boutique resort.
204 rooms and suites. The hotel is on 12.5 acres of tropical landscaped gardens on a 200 m long beachfront. The Barai Spa is on-site.
Has a beach wing and a Bluport wing. Everything you would expect from a luxury resort.
On the beach, relaxing atmosphere, free Wi-Fi.
Spa, swimming pool, and sea view rooms.
Luxury hotel, resort, and spa with seaside view at Hua Hin Beach. It has a seafood restaurant and a beachfront bar and lounge.
Open-air market at the south end of Hua Hin.
Small shop that focuses on product from royal projects (it is adjacent to one of the monarchy's palaces). See a limited selection of meats, and vegetables, but lots of fruit and Thai snacks of every description. The cosmetics section is great: no Western name brands, just lots of herbal products made in Thailand. Small wine and beer selection and every other kind of drink. Salad bar. Great to visit just to wander around and see the unusual offerings. Prices are reasonable.
British-run makers of hams, bacon, sausages, pies, burgers. Importers of beef, lamb, pork, fish, veg, grocery items. Their products are sold in many of the shops catering to Westerners in Hua Hin and beyond. Their spotless little shop sells all their meats and pies, as well as a good selection of British and continental foods ranging from pickled eggs to Bisto to olive oil. During holidays you can order cooked turkeys, hams, and other seasonal meats from them.
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Aunique attraction in Hua Hin, known for its colorful, canal-side setting and a blend of traditional and modern elements. Visitors can enjoy cultural shows, boat tours, and even feed animals like goats and bunnies. Additionally, there is a boat ride or a train ride for an extra price.
Combination grocery/electronics-home appliance store. Food portion has restaurant, bakery, and lots of take-out prepared foods. Good salad bar and prepared meals. No alcohol.
This Westerner-oriented supermarket chain has 32 stores throughout Thailand. This is one of two in Hua Hin. Imported and Thai foods. Has extensive frozen foods, liquor, and a butcher shop. Prices seem to be higher than at Hua Hin Shopping Mall (cheapest), and Gourmet Market (in Bluport).
This Westerner-oriented supermarket chain has 32 stores throughout Thailand. This is one of two in Hua Hin. Imported and Thai foods. Has extensive frozen foods, liquor, and a butcher shop. Prices seem to be higher than at Hua Hin Shopping Mall (cheapest), and Gourmet Market (in Bluport).
On the short list of the world's worst bookshops. Small, uncomfortable shop chock full of (disorganized) pulp fiction, mostly in English, but also German, French, and Nordic languages. Mostly vacation fiction (Jack Reacher; Clive Cussler). Little in the way of non-fiction. Not cheap. They will offer you 50 baht for a new book you bought the week before for 434 baht. Staff demonstrate no knowledge of books or interest in them. Will accept exchanges for credit. Alas, it's all we have in Hua Hin for a used bookshop. Some cafes and many guesthouses have book exchange shelves. Try there first.
The best computer shop in Thailand? Mostly mail order, but can turn orders quickly. Orders can be picked up on premises. Excellent support in excellent English. Highly recommended.
Three locations in Hua Hin: this one in Market Village, one near the Hilton Hotel, one at Bluport. Fast and friendly service. Make sure you have your passport.
Great French butcher shop. All fresh French cuts of meat, plus pâtés, rillettes, saucisses, etc.
Nice selection of French breads, pastries, other assorted items. Open early. Has coffee and garden seating.
Hua Hin's latest shopping centre, opened in October 2016. Shops, banks, restaurants, cinemas, impressive supermarket with many Western items. The shops here are little more than kiosks for name brand merchandise at full list prices attended to by bored salespeople. Except for the cinemas and the supermarket, you may be better off at Market Village, down the road towards town centre.
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Anchor stores are Tesco-Lotus Supermarket and Homepro. Judging from the crowds, this is the most popular shopping mall in Hua Hin.
For hand-woven cotton go to Ban Khao Tao. It was founded in 1964. In 2003, the centre's works were registered as the province's leading OTOP (handicraft) product. Hand-woven cotton is offered for purchase in different forms, such as in the Yok Dok print, sarongs, even large items like bedsheets.
By bus
The main (BKS) bus station is south of the centre of town on Phetkasem Rd just south of Soi 96. This is some three kilometres south of town centre.
By mini-van
By taxi
Taxi service from Hua Hin to Bangkok (a distance of about 200 km) is widely advertised and available. Price after negotiation should be around 2,000 baht.
By ferry
By 02/2023 the ferry is not operational after being suspended because of Covid.
By plane
Most visitors rely on the regular green songthaews that run up and down Phetkasem Road all day at about 10-minute intervals. Fare is 10 baht.
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