The Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin is one of Hua Hin’s most well-regarded hotels, with an elegant colonial-style feel and a reputation for remarkable service. The hotel originally opened in the early 1920s when the new railway line to Malaysia transformed this sleepy fishing village into Thailand’s first beach resort, and the buildings have seamlessly blended the historic with the contemporary. The resort has an enviable position between the beautiful Hua Hin Beach and the town’s dynamic streets, and guests also have easy access to at least six golf courses. You’ll never be short of things to do here; practise on putting greens, put your balance to the test in t’ai chi classes and enjoy a treatment at the SPA Cenvaree. There are also four swimming pools, each with its own children’s pool. Al fresco dinners by the beach or in the stunning gardens are the norm. Coast Beach Club & Bistro is the place to be for freshly caught seafood, tasty pizzas and grilled meat in a laid-back beach setting, and the all-day dining restaurant Railway Restaurant is inspired by Hua Hin’s original railway station. Head to Suan Bua for home-style Thai or Hagi for superb Japanese. Meanwhile, The Museum transports you back in time with its an acclaimed afternoon tea. The colonial style that has inspired the public spaces is continued into the rooms, suites and villas. Deluxe and Premium Deluxe Rooms have views of the gardens or swimming pools while guests in the Premium Deluxe Club rooms and suites enjoy access to the exclusive Club Lounge.
The Devasom Hua Hin will transport you back to a time of grandeur and luxury, reminiscent of an era when Thailand was known as the Kingdom of Siam. It’s north of Hua Hin, away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to be convenient for a relaxed and intimate break. This hotel is all about simple elegance and traditional Thai service. Walking through the lobby and out into the courtyard, steps descend to the pristine, quiet saltwater swimming pool. Sun beds sit on a deck at the centre of the pool as well as on the beachfront – the perfect spot to soak in the sun and cool off with a refreshing dip. While the Devasom has just one restaurant, the Deva Bistro Restaurant & Bar, there are plenty of culinary experiences on offer. Take part in a cooking class, have a romantic private dinner by the sea or savour the flavours of Thailand with an exquisite five-course meal. For a truly authentic experience, hop aboard the complimentary shuttle to explore the historical Hua Hin Market. After a day on your feet wandering around the market stalls, unwind with a Thai massage treatment in the privacy of your room. The rooms and villas are spacious with sea views and a large balcony or deck. Their simple, beautiful style are nostalgic with designs that echo the 19th-Century beach houses of Hua Hin, when it was considered the premier beach holiday destination in Thailand. Even the Thai Royal Family headed to this coast for their getaways. Seaside Deluxe Rooms have twin beds and Seaside Suites feature a double bed and living room. The lavish Beach Villas are just steps from the resort’s beach, while the Beachfront Villas are even more spacious and sit right on the inviting sands.
Chiva-Som translates as ‘Haven of Life’ which is an apt description for this comprehensive wellness sanctuary that prides itself on personalised wellness experiences with a holistic approach to wellness, incorporating mind, body and spirit to bring a healing balance to your lifestyle. Spa aficionados from around the world come here to relax, de-stress and enjoy a diverse range of innovative therapies and treatments. Whether you’re looking for an all-round healthy holiday and the chance to recharge your batteries or you’re in search of a life-changing programme and preventative health plan, the highly-trained therapists can devise a personalised wellness plan to help you relax, restore and rejuvenate. The immaculate gardens and tranquil lake offer plenty of relaxing spots for quiet contemplation and provide a nourishing environment for a healthy holiday. Listen to the soothing sound of the waves during a morning T’ai Chi Chuan class in the pavillion and align your body and mind in the open-air yoga pavilion. A superb choice of daily fitness classes range from high-intensity Tabata to sedately-paced, mind and body focused Ashtanga yoga and meditation. The wellness facilities here will impress even the most seasoned health spa visitor. Choose from extensive fitness and physiotherapy treatments, modern aesthetic treatments, holistic serviecs and a spa boasting around 200 treatments, from flotation therapy to chakra balancing with crystal therapy. The service is sublime and with a high staff to guest ratio you can rest assured that this team of experts will be dedicated to helping you achieve your personal health and wellness goals. The resort’s award-winning wellness cuisine is nutritious, low in fat, and made with fresh fruit and vegetables from the resort’s organic garden. Enjoy wellness cuisine in the elegant Emerald Room or a choice of healthy meals and a wider range of dishes, including healthy Thai dinners and international snacks, at the beachside Taste of Siam restaurant. Don’t miss the popular Saturday night seafood barbecue! The Orchid Lounge serves rejuvenating herbal teas. The exquisite rooms feature stylish interiors featuring bamboo, teak and silk. The traditionally-styled Thai Pavillions have an authentic design and shared terrace. The newly-renovated Ocean Rooms and spacious Ocean Suites feature warm colours, a bacony or terrace and luxurious touches including an oil burner with your choice of scent. In order to maintain the serenity of the resort, the use of mobile phones, computers and other electronic devices is confined to your room. See our selection of spa and wellness packages
Get lost in a sanctuary of tropical gardens and elaborate Thai buildings at the original Anantara resort. It’s an escape made for slowing down, where days are reserved for melting massages at the exquisite spa, relishing in a good book by the sea and maybe working up an appetite with a round of golf at one of the seven courses nearby. Come happy hour, settle down by the pool after your mildly strenuous day and choose your cocktail before heading for some salty, sweet and sour pad thai at Rim Nam. If you’re craving a little bit of civilisation, hop on the resort shuttle and visit Hua Hin town centre, the original summer residence of choice for the Thai royal family. The spa is one of the resort’s highlights and booking in advance is recommended. It’s a glorious private space with massage suites, showers and bathtubs all set outdoors beyond a walled garden of lotuses. Nearby, there’s a little piece of paradise that’s worth upgrading to a Suite for. Looking out over a blanket of lotus flowers and lily pads, the quiet Lagoon Pool & Bar comes with additional perks like afternoon tea, evening canapés and a complimentary happy hour. At the main pool, there’s a swim-up bar with thatched umbrellas for shade, and if you want a sea view, head for a sun lounger on the sandy platform above the small beach (subject to the tides). Retire to your ultra-comfortable king-size bed, where you’ll have a view of the gardens, sea or lagoon. Rooms and suites are modern yet traditional, with dark, polished wood and Thai silk adorning the bed. A garden terrace or balcony encourages you to sit and take in your view – we recommend a Junior Lagoon View Suite for an impossibly romantic hideaway overlooking the water lilies.
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin
Devasom Hua Hin
Chiva-Som with Wellbeing Escapes
Anantara Hua Hin
