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| Hua Hin Travel Guide Thailand Introduction Hua Hin is a district in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province located 295 kilometers south of Bangkok and 90 kilometers from the provincial capital. It boasts a large market, and is full of food and souvenir shops as well as hotels. Beaches are located in the east of the province, and the main pier is on Highway No.4 at km.232. The beach at Hua Hin is 5 kilometers long, and full of white sand and clear water, ideal for swimming. While Cha-am is a district in Phetchaburi, Cha-am Beach is beautiful as neighboring Hua Hin Beach. Located approximately 163 kilometers from Bangkok, 40 kilometers south of Phetchaburi and 20 north of Hua Hin. And Pranburi located some 30 kilometers south of Hua Hin. There are several beach resorts in peaceful atmosphere. Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Cha-am and Hua Hin are quiet relaxed coastal towns, perfect for family vacations. In contrast to Pattaya, across the Gulf, these sister resorts lack the bustle of an international playground and instead afford a quiet escape. Both resorts boast long uncluttered beaches, while Hua Hin, larger than Cha-am, has the added attraction of a traditional fishing port. Neither place attempts to imitate the international scene and are content with an enduring Thai identity. Hua Hin, incidentally, is Thailand’s oldest beach resort, enjoying a vogue among Thai royalty and aristocracy since the 1920s. The main joys of both resorts are a peaceful time lazing on the beach soaking up the tropical sunshine, the fun of a variety of water sports and a delight in relishing some excelญlent seafood dining. Shopping in Hua Hin Hua Hin offers local shopping, lots of local Hua Hin shops including Hua Hin Tailor shops, antique and art shops and the famous night market of Hua Hin. Markets and Shops in the Central Area : The Night Market in Central Hua Hin, located in the centre of town, you will easily find it from the Night Market area where you will find local street stalls and food stalls you can walk towards the Fishing Piers, Arts and Crafts with some very interesting items and will also find Artist Galleries and fine Boutique Shops. In Hua Hin Optic Shops / Opticians, Tailor and Clothing Shops are within reach. Hua Hin Shopping Mall opposite the central Hua Hin Temple offers several items. Away from the Central Area : The Night Market at 'Grand Plaza' is walking distance from town though many may also take a Samlor or Tuk-Tuk. The Market is located south from the Hilton and Sofitel areas towards the Marriott Resort. The Grand Plaza Night market is open from Thursday to Sunday and offers visitors the chance to enjoy a typical Thai Market, you will also find items here are very 'cheap' as it is not directed to visitors but caters to local shoppers. You will also find cheap food and not only shopping but an interesting atmosphere. Shopping Tips : Shopkeepers are friendly and prices are cheap! Shopping in Hua Hin is friendly and relaxed. You will often see items with prices and these are usually very 'low' prices. Souvenirs range from as little as THB 20 and up. There are several ATM Machines, particular ATM Machines easy to find in Hua Hin are close to Burger King on the road towards the Sofitel and Hilton, on the street opposite the Hilton, close to entrance to Hua Hin Shopping Mall / Satukarn Square, outside 7-Eleven Convenience Stores close to the Night Market and on the street between the Night Market and the Fishing Piers. Hua Hin Shops Hua Hin Batik Apirat Plaza 69/6-9 Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-512712, 032-530310 Hua Hin Market Village Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-618888. Khommaphat 218 Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan *batik Tel :: 032-511250, 032-515904. Waraphon Chatchai Market Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-511251. Things to Do in Hua Hin Majestic Creek Country Club and Beach Resort Majestic Creek is the latest of the championship golf courses. The inland road to the club passes through rural Thailand with small farms producing pineapples, sugarcane, bananas and mangoes. The journey is interesting, and it becomes more scenic as the road approaches to the golf resort, which lies beneath the natural-lying mountains to the west of Hua Hin. The course was designed by a local golf architect but equal praise must go to the construction team who have produced a layout which needs to be played with imagination and skills. Horse and Buggy Rides Khao Takiab bay Horse and Buggy Rides around the temples and beach of Khao Takiab Bay, just 10 minutes south of Hua Hin town centre.Horse Riding is available on the beach. Khao Takiab Beach and Bay Just a few kilometres south of Hua Hin Town Center and is popular for those seeking a quiet and relaxed beach area away from the busy town centre. The beach stretches to the south from Hua Hin and past Chopstick Mountain which has a tree lined sandy beach several kilometres long. The water is clear with very gentle waves. The local fishing village offers the opportunity for fishing charters and boat trips to the offshore island of Koh Singto ( Lion Island ). Elephant rides, water sports and cycling are popular in this area. Elephant Rides in Hua Hin Elephant Polo is famous here. Teams travel from England, Scotland, Argentina and the USA. We hope to one day host the USA Team Captained by Tareq Salahi with the Virginia is for Wine Lovers Polo Team. There are several locations in Hua Hin where you can ride an elephant. One location is in the mountains overlooking Hua Hin where you see amazing views of Hua Hin and the coast, another is at Khao Takiab where you can ride and Elephant and also visit the beach, a long stretch of wide beach with cool clean swimming, also water sports, fishing trips and more.. Khao Takiab Bay Popular for early morning beach jogging and beach cycling, just a few minutes from the centre of Hua Hin town. The sunset over the Gulf of Thailand is seen along the coast of Hua Hin. In the evenings the sun sets over the hills behind Hua Hin and this can be seen from the hilltop temple area. This is a beautiful and relaxing past of the coastline south of Bangkok. The bay is very popular not only for jogging and beach cycling but also for morning horse riding, boat and fishing trips, elephant rides and other soft adventure sports. Hua Hin Spas Most of the major hotels and resorts in Hua Hin have Spas including the the world famous Chiva Som Health resort and Spa, Hyatt Regency Resort, Anantara Resort, Sofitel Hotel Resort, Hilton Hotel resort, marriott Resort, Kaban Tamor Resort and others. There are other Spas and Massage places throughout Hua Hin. Hua Hin is famous for excellent Spas. Hua Hin Day Spa The Best Place in Hua Hin serving the world famous Oasis Wines or Champagnes. You may also request Thai Beer to enjoy a taste of Thailand. Hua Hin Day Spa at the Nirvana , budget spa with Japanese Sauda, small and personal, no more than 4 customers at a time, half day spa and massage treatments and aromatherapy, close to beach just 10 minutes from Hua Hin Town. Fishing trip in Hua Hin Fishing Boat charters from Takiab Fishing Village in Hua Hin. Offshore fishing and boat rides. Fishing is available off Koh Singto. Hua Hin Golf The Royal Hua Hin Golf Club This is one of Thailand's gems. The royal associations go back over seventy years. The course is very natural and is surrounded by beautiful scenery. Major renovations and improvements in the 1980s have ensured that the course and its facilities remain on par with the newer generation of clubs. It is also a course which affords players glorious views of the Gulf of Thailand. Those who play here well never forget the experience, especially when they play the par-three eighteenth, with the beautiful sight of a Thai temple forming the panoramic background. The new clubhouse is situated alongside the charming old Hau Hin railway station on the Bangkok-Singapore railway line, which contributes to an aura of elegance of a bygone era in old Thailand. Tel: 032-512-475, Fax: 032-513038 Majestic Creek Country Club is 22 km away on the main road towards Cha-am. The Pro's course is 7,123 yards, Semi Pro's 6,406 and Ladies' 5,571. Green fees are Baht 550 for nine holes on any day and 18 holes Mon-Wed and Fri. The full course Sat and Sun costs Baht 1,100. There's a fixed caddie fee of Baht 170 irrespective of holes played. Club rental is Baht 500/set. Tel: 032-250162-6, Fax: 032-523477 Imperial Lake View Hotel & Golf Course, Cha-Am is managed by the Imperial Hotel Group and is 19 km. out of Hua Hin the Cha-am road. Mon-Fri green fees for 18 holes are Baht 650; Sat and Sun fees double to Baht 1,300. Caddie fees are Baht 170 for 18 holes, and Baht 600 for and electric buggy. Tel: 032-520178, 520423, Fax:032-520098 Springfield Royal Country Club of Cha-am was designed by Jack Nicklaus. The courses range from Championship 7,063 yards and Professional 6,695 yards to Men's 6,281 yards, Ladies' 5,600 yards and Junior's 4,964 yards. The course rating varies from 74.1 (Championship) to 71 (Juniors). Green fees for 9 or 18 holes are Baht 900 Mon-Fri rising to Baht 1,400 Sat and Sun. There's a flat caddie fee of Baht 170 and club rental at Baht 660/set. Tel: 032-471303, Fax: 032-471324 Palm Hills Resort & Country Club, Cha-am is 8 km. out of Hua Hin. The Pro's course is 6,903 yards, Men's 6,376 yards and Lasies' 5,599 yards. Green fees for 9 holes are weekdays Baht 350, Sat and Sun Baht 700. For 18 holes Baht 650 weekdays and Baht 1,300 Sat, Sun and holidays. There's a flat caddie fee of Baht 170, a cart fee of Baht 300 (9 holes) or Baht 700 (18 holes) and club rental of Baht 600/set. Tel: 032-520800-11, Fax: 032-520820 Hua Hin Dining & Restaurant Hua Hin offers many choices for eating out. Hua Hin restaurants are famous throughout Thailand for Thai and Seafood but also has restaurants offering a range of International cuisines from around the world. Hua Hin offers fresh seafood daily direct at Hua Hin Fishing Pier and Khao Takiab Fishing Village. Many Hua Hin restaurants are located close to the Fishing Pier area of Hua Hin. In addition to the restaurants over the water, there are new Thai, Seafood and other restaurants in the area. Hua Hin restaurants offer good value for money and many people travel to Hua Hin especially for the wide range of excellent seafood. In Hua Hin there are also Japanese and Chinese Restaurant, Indian restaurants plus Italian, French and European restaurants and other Hua Hin restaurants. The Khao Takiab Beach and Khao Takiab Bay areas are home to some of Hua hin's most famous restaurants including La mer and Rua Rimtarn. Restaurant listing Ban Pu Pen Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-513750. Chao Le Naret Damri Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-513436. Charoen Photchana Naret Damri Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-512168. Hai Piang Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-511072. Khuang Seng Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel :: 032-512088. Tourist Attractions Butterfly Garden Located opposite Klai Kangwon Palace, this is the first butterfly and herbal garden in Hua Hin. Surrounded by diverse local plants from all over Thailand, it features varied species of butterflies, birds, orchids, flowers and herbal plants. It opens daily from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Hua Hin Beach It has a 5-kilometer beach lined with a variety of private beach houses and 5 star resorts. The beach stretches some 7 kilometres from the hill in the south called Khao Takiap, where the famous temple Wat Khao Takiap is located. The beach is wide and long with white sand and scattering rocks in some area. Some parts of the beach can be tranquil but activities such as horse riding, kite boarding, and water sports can be found here. Khao Tao Beach This small beach at the foot of Khao Tao Hill lies about 10 kilometres south of Hua Hin. It is located on a pine-fringed beach and is more secluded than Hua Hin. The signature of the place is a large Buddha image which faces out to the sea. Hua Hin Arts and Crafts Center Situated in an old typical house on Naepkhehat Road, the centre features a private collection of contemporary works of many Thai artists-paintings, sculptures and local handicrafts, as well as old furniture and many pictures about Hua Hin in the past. Hua Hin Railway Station Built in the reign of King Rama VI, the station is one of Thailand’s oldest railway stations. In addition, it is one of the country’s most beautiful train stations with unique architecture. Its most striking feature is the splendid Royal Waiting Room constructed in the Thai architectural style. The room was relocated from Sanam Chan Palace in Nakhon Pathom Province during the reign of King Rama VI. Hua Hin Night Market The most colorful spot in Hua Hin during the night, the market offer a wide array of food, drinks, deserts, memorable souvenirs; all kinds of freshly-prepared dishes. Famous are Pad Thai, Hoi Thod, fresh seafood, Indian roti bread, coconut ice cream, etc. (the list is endless) This market will delight visitors wishing to savor the real taste of Hua Hin. Khao Hin Lek Fai Definitely a vantage point to see the whole town of Hua Hin, the hill is located approximately 3 kilometers west of the town. The best time to see the city is in the early morning. Khao Krailat Located near Khao Takiap, this steep hill lends its name to the temple that is located there. The temple belongs to a Buddhist denomination originally founded by King Rama IV and showcases a collection of large Buddha images dating back several hundred years. Khao Takiap Vantage Point This hill is situated at the southern end of Hua Hin, only 4 kilometres from the town. It can be easily reached by local minibus. Visitors can go up the hilltop to enjoy a birds eye view of Hua Hin, which is one of the delightful views either during the day or night. There is a temple call Wat Khao Takiap situated on top of the hill. The nearby Khao Takiap Beach offers mostly bungalow accommodations. The giant golden Buddha Statue standing against the cliff has become a landmark of Khao Takiap. Klai Kangwon Palace The name of the palace in Thai literally means “far from worries”. This summer palace consisting of 3 Spanish style mansions facing the sea, constructed to the north of Hua Hin under the royal command of King Rama Vll. Today, it is the permanent residence of the King. It is open to the public daily from 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. Call (032) 511115 for more information. A permit must be obtained from the Royal Household Office prior to a visit. Ko Singto Approximately 800 metres off the coast of Suan Son Beach is Ko Singto, a small island suitable for fishing and diving. Some boats for hire are available. Pa La-u Waterfall This beautiful 11-tiered rock waterfall is located in the densely verdant forest in the area of Kaengkrajan National Park where various kinds of birds and butterflies are found, especially in the morning. Some levels of the waterfall can be reached along a trekking trail parallel to the stream. The best time to watch butterflies is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. In addition, visitors may be able to spot wild animals and several species of rare birds. The best time to visit the fall is from November to April when the fall is at its most beautiful. The waterfall can be reached by local transportation from Hua Hin for a distance of 63 kilometres. For more information, please call Kaeng Krachan National Park at 032-459293. Suan Son Pradiphat This beachside area belongs to the Army Welfare Office and is open to the public. It is at Kilometer 241, some 8 kilometers south of Hua Hin. This is a tranquil and relaxing place to visit with various restaurants and accommodations in the form of guesthouses, hotels and self-catering bungalows. Getting to Hua Hin How to get to Hua Hin from Bangkok From Bangkok Airport, taxis or Limousine Cars are available Both are available 24/7 from Booking Offices inside the Arrivals area. Taxis and Limos also available from central Bangkok. Travelling time is approximately 2 1/2 Hours, depending on traffic situation. Taxis and Limo Services are available in Hua Hin for the return to Bangkok City or Bangkok Airport and also for transport to the South of Thailand. Average travelling time by car from Hua Hin:- Chumphon Province ( for ferry boats to Koh Tao and Koh Phangan ) : 3 hours Suratthani Province ( boats to Koh Samui) : 5 hours Krabi: 8 hours Phuket: 8 - 9 hours River Kwai: 3 hours Pattaya: 4 hours and 30 minutes. Drive along Highway No. 35 (Thon Buri-Pak Tho) passing Samut Sakhon and Samut Songkhram Provinces and then take Highway No. 4 to Hua Hin Total distance is 123 kilometers. Alternatively, it is possible to travel via Nakhon Pathom and Ratchaburi Provinces. Air from Bangkok to Hua Hin SGA scenic airline provides 3 - 4 flights daily to Hua Hin (45 minutes). For more information, call Bangkok call center (02) 5357050 or Hua Hin (032) 522 300. Buses from Bangkok to Hua Hin Air Conditioned Express Buses transfer from Bangkok's Southern Bus terminal to Hua Hin from Early morning until 9 pm. Travelling time is about 3 hours 20 minutes. Buses from Hua Hin to Bangkok depart every 40 minutes from about 3:40 am until early evening. The buses leave from Hua Hin to Bangkok from a station next to Siripetchkasem Hotel. In addition, there are air-conditioned buses leaving for Chumpon Province and travelling time is 4 hours, to Suratthani Province will take 7hours, to Phuket Province 10 hours and to Krabi Province 9 hours. Train from Bangkok to Hua Hin The trip takes about 3 - 4 hours from Bangkok; 1st class fare is THB 202 (rapid and express only), 2nd class is THB 102 (rapid and express only) and 3rd class is THB 44. Call 1690 for more details. Note: The fares may change without prior notice. Getting Around Local buses (Songthaews) from Hua Hin town to the beaches of Khao Takiap, Khao Tam and Suan Son. These buses run from around 6 a.m. until 5:50 p.m. Buses to Pranburi leaves from the same area of Chomsin Road. Motorcycles and bicycles can be rented from a couple of places on Damnoen Kasem Road near the Jed Pee Nong Hotel. Motorcycle rates are from 150 Baht to 200 Baht per day for 100cc and 250 Baht to 300 Baht for 125cc. Occasionally larger bikes - 400 to 750cc - are available for 500 Baht to 600 Baht a day. Bicycles are 30 Baht to 70 Baht per day. At the fishing pier, visitors can charter boats to Ko Singtoh for 800 Baht a day. On Hat Takiap it is possible to get cheaper fares for 700 Baht. Note: Fares may change without prior notice. Please ask the price before any purchase of services or products is made.  Return to top All Hotels & Resorts in Thailand ... Click Here !!! |
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