Hua Hin
In 1922, when King Rama chose to build his summer palace at the little fishing village of Hua Hin, the world sat up and took notice. Since then, although the village has grown to a town, and witnessed a steady stream of holidaymakers, it has managed to retain its natural beauty. Besides its stunning five mile beach, Hua Hin has another well-kept secret: several world class golf courses, where professionals perfect their skill. The town offers leisure activities for the whole family, from watersports to golf. The area around the town lets you discover fabulous parks, peaks, caves and waterfalls. The restaurants built on stilts in the sea serve up superb seafood, prepared the traditional Thai way. Hua Hin has all the ingredients for a very special holiday experience.
Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
The park is located 63 km south of Hua Hin and features rolling, limestone mountain ranges, mangrove swamps and beaches. While you explore this area, you may catch sight of crab-eating macaques, dusky langurs, barking deer, monitor lizards and otters. Birds migrating from East Asia and Australia are also frequent visitors here between November and February. The park’s most spectacular beaches are Hat Laem Sala and Hat Sam Phraya.Six Senses Hideaway, Hua Hin *****
This gorgeous resort consists of serene pool villas scattered across a lush backdrop, interconnected by brick pathways which extend all the way to the seafront.
LOCATION
Six Senses Hideaway is located south of Hua Hin on the verdant coast of the Gulf of Siam.
FEATURES
These include tennis courts, water sports, a gymnasium, a children’s club, and trekking and nature trails. A variety of restaurant choices provide guests almost limitless choices for private dining, whether at the beach restaurant, on their villa terrace, in the impressive wine cellar, or at The Living Room that offers a selection of local and international dishes in an al fresco environment overlooking splendid lotus ponds. The multi-award winning Six Senses Earth Spa brings a new paradigm to holistic wellness in a natural eco-environment. Wellness activity sessions such as yoga and meditation are also offered.
ACCOMMODATION
This resort offers 55 luxurious pool villas designed with a focused commitment to the environment. As each spacious villa has its own personal pool in a walled, landscaped garden, guests enjoy the utmost in privacy. In addition, each villa type, with the exception of the Duplex Pool Villas, offers a private spa option. These villas have a shower and steam room plus a treatment area.
Sheraton Hua Hin Resort And Spa, Hua Hin *****
Combining the comfort and tranquillity of modern Hua Hin, this resort offers boundless ocean views, warm Thai hospitality, and the best in five-star comfort.
LOCATION
The resort is situated on the Gulf of Siam, conveniently located just off the main highway to Bangkok.
FEATURES
Guests may dine at any of the hotel’s six dining and entertainment venues. For those who seek wellness and indulgence, professional therapists are at hand to put you at ease in the Aspadeva spa which also boasts a health club and 12 treatment rooms. The hotel also houses a beauty salon and a fitness centre.
ACCOMMODATION
Guests may choose from Deluxe Rooms, Garden View Rooms, Lagoon View Rooms, Garden Terrace and Lagoon Access rooms. In each room, warm, bright colours and wooden tones set the tone, creating a comfortable, yet modern environment.
Hyatt Regency, Hua Hin *****
This luxury hotel enjoys a stunning view over the longest (and possibly the most beautiful) beach in Hua Hin.
LOCATION
The resort is situated on Petchkasem Road, just three kilometres away from the city centre and 5 kilometres from the railway station. Guests can easily visit the national parks, Pa-La-U Waterfall, golf courses, the Night Marketplace and the several other attractions to be found in the locality.
FEATURES
Guests of the hotel may enjoy alfresco or indoor dining with a variety of Italian dishes at the Figs Italian restaurant, or experience home-style, authentic Thai cuisine and seafood dishes at Talay Thai restaurant. Welcoming and unpretentious, the stylish bar is just the place to meet friends and enjoy fantastic cocktails. The Hyatt Regency Hua Hin is host to The Barai Spa. Guests can have a good time at Hua Hin’s largest free-form interconnecting pools, consisting of a river pool, a lagoon pool and a beach pool with a 22-metre long seven-metre high water slide, as well as attempt aqua aerobics. Other activities available include catamaran sailing and a kayak challenge, as well as golf and tennis lessons from pros.
ACCOMMODATION
The hotel boasts 204 elegant guestrooms that are decorated in traditional Thai style, which come with modern amenities. Physically challenged guests can opt for specially adapted rooms provided for their comfort.
Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa, Hua Hin *****
Although this resort boasts several excellent facilities, it is the spa here that is most recommended.
LOCATION
The resort is located on one of Thailand’s best stretches of pure white sand, the town centre is a quick walk away from the resort.
FEATURES
The hotel’s spa is one of the best in the area. Guests may dine at the White Lotus rooftop restaurant on the 17th floor, which serves oriental specialties and features breathtaking views of the mountains meeting the sea; or the poolside Chay Had restaurant. There are also two bars and a beachfront swimming pool.
ACCOMMODATION
The hotel offers a choice of Hilton Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Executive Rooms and Junior Suites, each of which is impeccably decorated.