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Hua Hin is the safest resort in Thailand!

- the most expensive and safest city in Thailand. The reason for this security is the strengthened protection of order by the police, thanks to the residence of the King located within the borders of this city. Due to the calm atmosphere, in Hua Hine There are many pensioners from other countries living there. By the way, the authorities pay special attention to older people and do not impose too stringent requirements on them.

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Hua Hin is a city 150 km south of Bangkok. Hua Hin is an ennobled royal resort, there are few Russian tourists here, the sea is cleaner than in Pattaya, and Hua Hin also has a large selection of accommodation. We saw Hua Hin from different sides and today we will write our reviews, tell you about the positive and negative qualities of the resort.

Hua Hin: reviews and our observations

The first thing that catches your eye is that Hua Hin really is clean city. There are no heaps of garbage lying on the streets. There are no foul odors in the air. During all this time the rat was seen only once. There are sidewalks in the central areas of the city, but not everywhere. For example, walking here with a stroller will be inconvenient, because sometimes it was difficult to walk on the roads on foot, dodging cars and avoiding bikes.

Hotels in Hua Hin

• Wansabai Place
• Hua Hin Star Hotel
• Smile Hua-Hin Resort
• Centara Grand Beach Resort
• Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

All hotels in Hua Hin

Traffic jams in Hua Hin

The second thing you immediately notice is the traffic jams. During rush hours, in the morning and evening, the central Pechkasem Road is completely jammed, and the rest of the streets are filled with cars and motorbikes. Especially on weekends and holidays. This is some kind of mix of Moscow traffic jams and Vietnamese mopeds. Feels like you're in Ho Chi Minh City, not Thailand

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Being a pedestrian in XX is not very convenient, but sometimes it’s better than wasting time in traffic jams

There are more cars than motorbikes

The number of cars in the city is clearly off the charts. It's unusual to see this in Thailand. We only observed this non-standard ratio of cars and bikes in Bangkok, but Bangkok is adapted for car traffic, there are wide streets and overpasses. And the narrow streets of Hua Hin were not designed for such chaotic traffic traffic, where two cars on opposite courses could not pass each other.

• Car rental in Hua Hin >

Does Hua Hin have public transport?

There are several songthaew routes running around the city. The most popular are the green Airport-Takiab songthaews, which run along Pechkasem Road through the entire city. Travel prices are reasonable - 10 baht during the day and 15 baht after 7 pm. Read more about minibuses in the article:

Beaches of Hua Hin

The next point I would like to highlight is the beach, which we were very pleased with. We expected the worst, but our expectations were again not met. I won’t say that it is spotlessly clean, but even the most picky people will find the sand and water quite suitable. The beach is much better than in Pattaya. Read more in the article:

• About city beaches:
• About the beach outside the city:

Where can I order a transfer from the airport?

We use the service - KiwiTaxi
We ordered a taxi online and paid by card. We were met at the airport with a sign with our name on it. We were taken to the hotel in a comfortable car. You've already talked about your experience In this article

What to see in Hua Hin: attractions we visited

There are not many attractions and entertainment in the twentieth century. We visited some of them. We started from the railway station, then went to the Takiab Monkey Mountain, which, by the way, has a good observation deck. We visited the Venice complex, where we saw a museum of 3D paintings. We also went to the observation deck. Read more about each place in the relevant articles:

View of the coast from Khao Takiab

Rental of property

It’s not clear why, but in Hua Hin the cost of renting housing is 2 times higher than in Bangkok or Pattaya. If in Pattaya you can live in a condo near the sea for 10-15 thousand baht, then in Hua Hin prices for housing of the same level start from 25 thousand baht. When renting for a long time, almost nowhere do they offer a discount. Renting a house is cheaper than renting an apartment. Also, most condominiums are rented only through agencies; apartments are not rented out at the reception. More information about looking for housing in Hua Hin:

There are few Russians in Hua Hin

For those who, for their own reasons, do not want to live and relax surrounded by compatriots, Hua Hin is perfect place. There are very few Russians here. We heard Russian speech only on the third day of our stay, when we went to. And we saw only one Russian cafe, and it wasn’t working.

Mostly Russians in Hua Hin are winterers and other “long-livers” who have moved. The main audience is Europeans, wealthy Thais from Bangkok and the Chinese, where would we be without them.

Food in Hua Hin: shops, cafes, restaurants and bars for every taste

In the center of Hua Hin there are many European establishments, cozy bars and restaurants. Also in the center you can find no less mid-level cafes for locals and tourists. There are also some really trashy, dirty eateries just for locals. And, of course, there are makashnitsa, there are especially many of them in the evening, when the heat subsides. As a last resort, you can always eat at 7-Eleven. You definitely won’t remain hungry in the twentieth century.

Food in such cafes is quite inexpensive for locals


I eat soup with shrimp for 40 baht ($1.2)

Not many trannies and “old farangs” with Thais

Contrary to our expectations, anxious grandfathers with their Thai “fairies” do not sit in Hua Hin catering establishments. Although, such couples also take place, but most likely at a later time, when the local Walking Street and other red light streets begin their work. One of these streets of “love” is located not far from, and we have already walked along it several times. This street is 10 times smaller than Pattaya, and not so depraved. There are minimal trannies, and night butterflies modestly sit in bars and wait for clients.

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Safety

If Pattaya can be called a city of the young and energetic, then life in Hua Hin will be, on the contrary, measured and unhurried. There is less drinking, partying, debauchery and swagger, and the audience is more decent. All this gives the resort the title of almost the safest city in all of Thailand.

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In the 20th century, I didn’t feel the celebration of life that exists in Pattaya or the tireless and vibrant rhythm of Bangkok

It’s like being at a recreation center, where you come for 3 days to relax in peace, and then you want to go home again. That's how it is with Hua Hin. And everything seems to be there for life here, with the exception of some peculiarities (and they exist in any city), but still the soul now asks for something else.

Features of Hua Hin

• Road congestion, more cars than bikes
• Increased cost of rental housing. Renting a house is cheaper than renting an apartment
• Horses on the beach
• There is little street food in non-central areas. Makashnitsa are only on the main streets, but if you go a little further inland, it is extremely difficult to find a mobile cart. For example, from our first one we walked to Market Village and did not find a single makashnitsa.
• People in Hua Hin love cats. If in other cities of Thailand there are dogs roaming the streets, then in Hua Hin there are cats in the same numbers, but there are almost no dogs.

The first organized settlements on the site of Hua Hin appeared not so long ago - at the beginning of the 19th century. This happened when drought forced some of the Thai peasants who lived closer to the island to move to more fertile lands. This is how the village of Samore Riang appeared, which means “Row of Stones”. Later it was renamed several times, but the “stone” was present in each new name.

A branch line was built here in 1911 railway, which caused an influx of local wealthy residents wanting to buy bungalows on seashore. And the beginning tourism history Hua Hin dates back to 1920, when the city attracted the attention of King Rama VI himself. The monarch decided to establish his summer residence here, which entailed the construction of two luxurious palaces, as well as ensuring a high level of security. And today in Hua Hin there is almost no crime, there is always order on the streets and an almost European atmosphere.

Entertainment and attractions

Since the city of Hua Hin is relatively young and small - only 911 square kilometers, there are almost no historical attractions within its borders, except for the royal palaces. But there are a lot of them in the surrounding area, and each one is easy to get to.

Review of Hua Hin sights

• - summer Royal Palace with the unpronounceable name Marukhataiwan appeared in 1923. This elegant, airy building made of yew wood is located 15 kilometers from the city - on the way to Cha-Am.

• - main royal residence with beautiful name“Far from worries”, located 2 kilometers from Hua Hin. Unlike the previous palace, this one is still used by the royal family.

• Royal Pavilion at the railway station- a waiting room built in 1920, intended for the royal family. It is practically not used for its intended purpose, but thanks to its beautiful architecture it has become a popular tourist attraction.

• - not too high (only 272 meters), but noticeable from almost anywhere in Hua Hin, it is interesting for its temple and observation deck at the top. It is believed that tens and hundreds of monkeys live on Khao Takiab, but, according to tourists, usually on the way up you can meet a maximum of 2-3 monkeys. But you will see big statue Buddha, and also get a wonderful overview of the surrounding area.

• Bat Cave- is located in a low mountain located 30 kilometers from Hua Hin. From karst cave Every evening, just after sunset, hundreds of bats fly out, forming a veritable swarm. You can get here along Petchakasem Road, driving about 5 kilometers after Cha-Am and turning right at the overpass.
• Three caves- Kailon Cave, Dao Cave and Laplae Cave are located about 30 kilometers from the city, next to the Palau Falls. In one of them, in Kailon Cave, a hermit monk once lived. The other two are interesting with their bizarre stalactites and stalagmites, as well as the ubiquitous Buddha statues.
• Hua Hin Zoo- a new zoological garden was built in Hua Hin recently, in 2016. It is located approximately 20 minutes by car northwest of the Market Village shopping center. You shouldn't expect a wide variety of animals here, but there are deer, a white lion cub, crocodiles, tigers, and peacocks.
• - part of the big and beautiful national park Forest Park, where routes are laid out for tourists along light suspended bridges.

• Palau Falls (Pala-U)- Located in Kaeng Krachan National Park, it is approximately 60 kilometers from Hua Hin. This 16-step waterfall is the highest in Thailand, so... observation deck at its top there is a magnificent view.

• - an original attraction near Pak Tien Beach near the city of Cha-Am. It is a 6-meter statue of a black woman - a demon who beckons the Thai prince with her finger.

• - a temple dedicated to a legendary monk named Luang Pro Tuad, who, according to legend, could perform miracles. The dominant feature of the temple is an 11-meter statue of a monk on a high pedestal, around it there is a beautiful park with ponds. You can get here by driving along the Soi 70 highway. westward(about 20 kilometers from the city).

• Rock temple Wat Cha Am- this unusual sanctuary is located in the Cha-Am area, 40 kilometers from Hua Hin. Its main part is a cave where a statue of a reclining Buddha is kept. Also here you can find a number of small figurines and a stone sculpture in which the temple caretakers see the head of a snake.
• Elephant Village- There are several elephant villages in Hua Hin, but the most popular of them is located near the Wat Khao Itisukato temple. Here you can ride elephants, take pictures with them, or feed the animals with specially purchased bananas.
• - an adventure park located in the jungle about 12 kilometers from the city. It offers entertainment such as snake and elephant shows, elephant rides, and ATV rides. It is believed that the most interesting elephant show is shown in Hua Hin Safari & Adventure Park.

Of course that's not all interesting places Hua Hina. There are several colorful Buddhist shrines and even one Orthodox church Holy Royal Passion-Bearers. Other attractions include the Vana Nava water park, an artists' village and vineyards. In short, even if you come for a month or more, you will find what to see and what excursions to fill your free time with.

Interesting fact: It is believed that wooden statues elephants in the temple of the Black Monk can make wishes come true - you just need to go around any of them 9 times, passing under the belly, and put a small coin in the statue’s mouth.

Download the Hua Hin attractions map.

Entertainment in Hua Hin

Train station address: (intersection of Soi 67 and Prapokklao).

Official website of railways: .

Hua Hin has an airport, but it is only one runway and is usually used for private flights.

How to get there from Moscow:

Option 1 - via Bangkok

Airplane: Direct flights to Bangkok are offered by Gulf Air and Aeroflot. With one transfer - Turkish Airlines. Travel time is from 12 to 32 hours, depending on the flight.

Option 2 - via Pattaya

Airplane: Aeroflot has direct flights to Pattaya; options with transfers are offered by Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates. You can spend from 5 to 30 hours or more on a flight.

Option 1 - via Bangkok

Airplane: There are no direct flights, but you can fly to Bangkok with 1 transfer using Turkish Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Aeroflot. The journey takes from 13 to 40 or more hours.

Option 2 - via Pattaya

Airplane: there are flights with only 1-2 transfers from Turkish Airlines, Hainan Airlines, S7, Aeroflot and others. The journey takes 14 hours or more.

How to get there from Bangkok:

You can also leave from the Southern and Northern bus stations, but this will not be the most convenient transfer.

How to get there from Pattaya:

Interesting: At Bangkok airport you can get a free SIM card from Thai operators DTAC and TRUE. In Bangkok itself it is better to use TRUE, but in other areas of Thailand DTAC will have a more stable connection and faster Internet.

Transport - how to get around the city

Hua Hin has quite a wide network public transport:

• - a fast and inexpensive way to move around the city if you are traveling alone and without luggage. All drivers wear bright red and crimson vests; it is difficult to confuse them with anyone else.

• Songthaew- Thai pick-up minibuses, in which benches are placed for passengers in the rear of the car. This is the most cheap look transport, fare averages from 15 ( ~32 rub. ) up to 40 baht ( ~84 rub. ). They vary in color:
  — green ones go from Khao Takiab through the center of Hua Hin to the airport and back;
  - white with a red stripe - go along the ring from Thanon Phetkasem Street to Soi Hua Hin 41;
  — whites can be taken from the railway station to the Market Village shopping center and to the floating markets;
  - orange - will help you get to the hospital and to the Tesco Lotus shopping center.

• - another type of transport familiar to Thailand. Three-wheeled carts operate like taxis and usually wait for passengers near interesting tourist spots.

• Pedicabs- not so much transport as entertainment and attraction. They can usually be seen up close central beach, but travel is expensive.
• Taxi- in Hua Hin you can order a taxi that will pick you up from Bangkok airport or the railway station, but you shouldn’t count on a car with air conditioning, there are very few of them.

Rent a car, motorbike or scooter

Tourists who want to travel on their own can use car rental at Bangkok Airport. There are also rental offices in the center of Hua Hin, but the choice of cars is not so great.

There will be no problems renting a bike or scooter either - rental points are open at large hotels and right on the street. Please note: driving without a helmet can result in a fine! And good news: almost all parking in Hua Hin is free.

Restaurants and cafes - where to eat

There are plenty of options for delicious food in Hua Hin - from expensive restaurants to street food. There are budget establishments on the territory of the Market Village shopping center - several cafes and a food court. Also an inexpensive option are BBQ buffets that offer Buffet from raw foods and soft drinks. You can prepare a portion for yourself there, on the coals.

As for restaurants, you can expect a small check for lunch or dinner at Yayoi chain establishments - here Japanese cuisine is adapted for Europeans. Italian dishes, including pizza, can be tried at the La Grappa restaurant, where the chef is from (by the way, they also serve real delicious grappa), as well as at Andreas Italian Restaurant. European cuisine in Hua Hin is represented at All in Hua Hin - a restaurant and deli under one roof. National food is deliciously prepared at Livanto Lifestyle, Moon Smile & Platoo, Chao Lay. And for those who miss borscht, dumplings and other traditional Russian dishes, there is the Sadko restaurant.

Where to buy products

Tourists who want to eat on their own can purchase food from small 7Eleven chain stores, which are located throughout the city. In addition, you can make purchases in Big C, Market Village, Tesco Lotus supermarkets, and traditional domestic food is available in Villa Market.

And a few words about food markets Hua Hina. Seafood is worth buying at the fish market on Khao Takiab, fruit - at the market across the bridge near the Tesco Lotus store (open from 15:00). And, of course, almost any delicacy can be found at the Chat Chai day market and Night Bazaar.

Average prices for products:

• Rice - 40 baht ( ~84 rub. );
• Bottle of water - 8-9 baht ( ~19 rub. );
• Milk - 45 baht (1 liter) ( ~95 rub. );
• Bread - 35 baht (0.5 baht) ( ~74 rub. );
• Bananas - 30 baht ( ~63 rub. );
• Potatoes - 33 baht ( ~70 rub. );
• Chicken - 185 baht ( ~390 rub. ).

Interesting fact: There is a chocolate factory in Hua Hin that produces a wide range of Thai sweets. The store can be found near the Cicada market.

Weather

The climate of Hua Hin as a whole is not much different from the weather typical of most Thai resorts. However, the humidity here is still not as high as, for example, in Bangkok. The dry but cool season lasts from late November to late February, fairly dry and hot from March to early June, and the rainy season from June to November.

Despite the fact that prolonged rains of many days are rare for this place, moving around the city in bad weather is very problematic. Alas, the drainage system cannot cope even with half a day's rain.

Many tourists are interested in: should they be afraid of a tsunami in Hua Hin? After all, such disasters have happened more than once on the coast of Thailand. But this city is located deep in the Gulf of Thailand and is protected from weather surprises.

Where to stay

Since Hua Hin is a resort city, there are many accommodation options: hotels, apartments, guesthouses, apartments and condominiums. Among the best beach hotels can be called Marriott Resort and Spa, Cape Nidhra Hotel, Hilton Hua Hin, Hyatt Regency are all 5-star hotels within walking distance from the sea. Luxury villas near the royal summer residence are offered by the V Villas Hua Hin complex. More affordable accommodation options can be found in inexpensive hotels Sofia Hotel, Giulietta e Romeo, as well as in the Chada Guesthouse.

It is possible to rent a house on your own, but it is unlikely that you will be able to do this quickly and without intermediaries - there are few rental offers on the streets. Typically, those who come here for a long time book a hotel room for 3-4 days and during this time look for where to stay, systematically driving around the city. But you shouldn’t expect that you will certainly find something suitable during this time. It’s better to find housing in advance - for example, using the service. This is the optimal solution for those who travel for a long time and with children.

If you want to live right by the beach, most likely it will be an apartment in a condominium. Almost along the entire coastline, the 1st line is occupied by condos, and a little further you can find townhouses and houses in the private sector. For a trip of several months or a winter stay, it is more profitable to rent a townhouse, although condominiums usually have more comfortable conditions.

Beaches of Hua Hin on video

Despite its high cost, the Hua Hin resort is beautiful place how to travel to long time, and for short-term tours. It is believed that it is especially suitable for families with small children and for those who do not like noisy “party” places, preferring cleanliness and safety. However, active tourists will be able to find entertainment to their liking here, especially since it is easy to get on excursions to Bangkok, Pattaya and other busy places from here.

Hua Hin is a coastal resort located about two hundred kilometers from the capital Bangkok. This city is considered one of the most fashionable, expensive and luxurious resorts in the state of Thailand. The main advantage of Hua Hin is that it combines all kinds of benefits of humanity and wild natural places, luxurious expensive hotels and pristine beaches, as if untouched by man, modern large shopping centers And ancient monuments culture and history of the Kingdom of Thailand.

How to get there?

There is more than one way to get to Hua Hin. Of course, the fastest way to get there was always by plane, but for several years now planes from Bangkok have not landed in Hua Hin, even despite the fact that the city has an airport and it is operational. So, you can use a train, a bus, a private minibus, a taxi, or even take a transfer from your hotel.

If you want to get there quickly and comfortably, then order a taxi in advance at a certain time. Those taxis that can be rented at the airport are too expensive and their cost is approximately doubled. Yes, on a pre-rented vehicle you will get there in 2.5-3 hours and spend approximately 2,000 – 2,500 baht, while a car at the airport will cost from 4,300 baht.

Minibuses are our kind of minibuses. They leave from Victory Monument Square approximately every 20-30 minutes and cost about 180 baht. The travel time will be 5 hours, of which you will spend an hour getting through the city to the square.

Another budget option would be to use public bus, which costs about 150 baht. They depart every 40 minutes from South Station, and can be reached from the airport by taxi, metro or city bus.

Trains to Hua Hin depart from Hua Lamphong Railway Station. It can be an express train (4 hours) or a regular train (6 hours travel). The cost is approximately from 100 to 1,500 baht. Thailand offers trains of approximately the same design as ours, except that the first and last places in budget cars they are very narrow and two Europeans cannot sit on a bench for two people.

If you flew to Phuket, then getting from here will be extremely problematic. Phuket is located about 650 kilometers from Hua Hin and there is no direct connection between these resorts. The most convenient and inexpensive way is to travel by bus. Travel time from Phuket Town Station to Hua Hin is about 10 hours. True, most tourists do not go on the Phuket - Hua Hin route, but on the contrary, passing from Bangkok to the island of Phuket, they stop by to look at the expensive resort of Hua Hin.

Weather at the resort

Hua Hin is a fairly stable resort where the weather does not change throughout the year. Regardless of whether it’s winter or summer outside, the temperature stays between +26 and +30 degrees. If it is a hot season at the resort, then the weather is somewhat hotter - reaches +35 degrees.

The hallmark of Hua Hin is the light breeze constantly blowing from the sea. This is what makes hot weather much easier to bear. If the wind does subside, it is better not to go to the beach at noon, as the weather is very hot and it is quite easy to get heatstroke, especially in the hot season.

Resort beaches

1. Urban. If we consider all the beaches of the city according to the criterion of beauty, then the leader will be the city beach, since its territory is separated from the fishing port by a cliff, the sand here is white and soft, and the water is clean. Moreover, kids can safely splash around the shore, since the beach is located on the shallows. This is the only large beach within the city with developed infrastructure(there are also several small wild approaches), and all other beaches are located in the surrounding area. Numerous negative reviews the resort was associated with this particular beach, but in fact, out of 10 kilometers, only the outskirts, where the water is muddy and the sand is dirty, can not speak very well. In the central part the beach is beautiful. Comparison with dirty Pattaya beaches, which reviews often do, is completely inappropriate.

2. Koa Takiab. Anyone who has ever visited Hua Hin knows this phrase, since it is not only a district and a beach area, but also many of the city’s attractions (Monkey Mountain, Buddhist temples and much more). Koa Takiab is located outside the city, but there is no clear boundary between Hua Hin and Takiab Beach. This beach is famous for its dark sand. Locals call it black, but this is not entirely true - it is more of a gray color, although the rest of the beaches in the area have a purer yellow or White sand. Takiab is quite deserted, especially if you go away from Monkey Mountain, there are many hotels and even private apartments. The depth here is revealed much faster than on the city beach, but holidays with children will still be comfortable.

3. Xuan Son is located approximately 6 kilometers from the city in the territory military base Kingdom of Thailand and is considered a rather secluded place. There is beautiful wild nature, silence and privacy. To get to the beach you must go through a checkpoint and a checkpoint. But despite this, entry is free and no one will detain you. The sandy area is partially covered with grass and casuarina needles. Everyone will be able to hide in the shade of trees from the scorching afternoon sun or simply lie down under the casuarinas, no matter what the weather is like at the resort. While other beaches are popular among Europeans, this one, for some unknown reason, sees virtually no white vacationers, which is very unfortunate. There is beautiful nature, clean sand and water, free parking, and a canteen with cheap, delicious national food.
4. Khao Tao Sai Noi is located much further from the city than other beaches (about 12 kilometers to the south). The main advantage of this area is the rock formations in the surrounding area. In the southern part you can rent sun loungers, and in the rest of the territory you can sit on brought beach mats.

   The sea water here is very clean, there are few people on the beach, since the drive is quite far from Hua Hin, the depth increases gradually, but still slowly and comfortable for children. Disadvantages include the distance from the city, as well as the lack of shade on most of the beach.



city ​​Beach

Sights of Hua Hin or what to see at the resort?

Beaches are not all that the city of Hua Hin has to offer holidaymakers, as there are many historical sites and very beautiful natural areas.

If you want to see the main attractions that the city has to offer, then start with a visit to Huai Mongkol Temple, the most famous Buddhist holy site in Hua Hin. It is located approximately 20 minutes drive from the city center in a westerly direction. This building was erected in honor of the famous monk in the Kingdom of Thailand who worked miracles - Luang Por Tuad. His statue is also located here, which can be seen from afar, and next to it is a small pavilion of teak tree spirits. In this place you have the opportunity to become more familiar with Buddhism and its foundations.



Do not neglect natural attractions. Among them - National Park Kingdom of Thailand Kaeng Krachan, considered one of the largest in the country. The territory of this huge reserve is home to many tropical plants, as well as about 60 species of mammals and almost five hundred species of birds. There is also a picturesque lake in the park, which was formed at the confluence of two rivers. Hua Hin is about an hour and a half drive from here (about 60 kilometers).



Going to Thailand on vacation and not seeing the Palau Waterfall on the territory of Kaeng Krachan is a real crime, especially if you are vacationing somewhere nearby. It is better to go here with a rented car, in which you can easily move around the territory of the reserve for a nominal fee. Reviews say that you will have to walk some distance to get to the waterfall, but it’s worth it, because Palau is considered the home of a million butterflies. Reviews also said that not everyone is lucky enough to see this stunning spectacle: one day you may not find a single butterfly, and on another you will see thousands rising up from the road in front of you. The road to the waterfall passes through the jungle, which amazes with its beauty and picturesque landscapes. Already from a distance you will hear the sound of falling water, because this waterfall is quite large, consisting of several levels of steps, of which, if you rely on reviews, only five are officially open to tourists. Of course, you can go further, because if you are not on an excursion, but arrived here on your own, then there is no one to stop you, but it is not at all safe, since the road begins with a difficult rockfall.



The city contains many historical buildings and buildings that decorate not only Hua Hin, but are also considered landmarks of the entire kingdom of Thailand. These, for example, include the building of the local railway station. Within its walls there is even a real royal hall, intended for meetings of members of the ruling family and high-ranking guests who come to the city.

The Teak Palace is another iconic building. This building is located between Cha Am and Hua Hin on the banks of the Bang Kra River, 15 minutes along the highway from the center of Hua Hin. The palace was rebuilt as the king's summer residence and was completely ready by 1923. Currently, everyone can come to this attraction, since Summer Palace is open to the public, as is the park area around it. The uniqueness of the structure is that it is entirely built from teak wood. Entry into the 16 exhibition pavilions is permitted only barefoot.



These are not all the attractions that you can see in the city and its surroundings. Moreover, if you can somehow claim that you have seen everything here, then you can take excursions to other regions or to neighboring resorts, for example, to Cha Am.

Excursions in Hua Hin can be both educational and entertaining. In the first case, you can go to some nearby waterfall, to a national park, visit sightseeing tour around the city and surrounding areas. In the second case, excursions to local markets, to the River Kwai, to the elephant farm, to the Hua Hin water park, to the rose garden and other interesting places.

Excursions to Cha Am

If you get bored in big city Hua Hin, then Thailand is still rich in interesting places. In order not to travel far, we offer you excursions to Cha Am, a neighboring small resort town. What fundamentally distinguishes Cha Am from the noisier Hua Hin is the presence of a beautifully landscaped embankment without a central highway along the sandy strip, as well as a more disadvantageous position in terms of entertainment and infrastructure. Cha Am is preferred by older Europeans, as well as Thais from various provinces of the Kingdom of Thailand. There are very few young people and families here. Excursions around the city of Cha Am will be quite interesting, since it is very different from its neighboring older “brother” and is more reminiscent of the countryside with its own flavor and way of life.

There are also attractions here. In the vicinity of the city, you can see Cha Am Park, where wild animals live in a forested area, a center for the development of nature and environmental protection, the famous Bat Mountain, as well as the local Santorini water park, where you can spend a good day with children. Those who want to play sports can do it right on the embankment or go to a kitesurfing school or golf club.



Cha Am hosts a kite festival in March, so if you are vacationing nearby at this time of year, we recommend visiting this spectacular event.

Vacation with children

You can have a great holiday in Hua Hin with children, as the city is simply created for family vacation: the beaches are clean, the coast is not steep, there is a lot of entertainment and activities for children, as well as the opportunity to introduce children to something new.

When vacationing with children, we recommend visiting the Black Mountain Water Park. This water park is not large, but it is perfect for family leisure and recreation with children. For children and their parents, there are several joint slides, as well as playgrounds, and the water park invites older children to a pool with artificial waves, to a river called “lazy”, as well as to slides that are steeper and more extreme than for the youngest vacationers.

There is another water park in the city - Vana Nava - it is larger and more popular than its predecessor. It appeared in the city only in 2014. Moreover, after its opening, this water park is considered the largest not only in the state of Thailand, but throughout Central Asia. Holidays with children cannot be completely happy if you do not visit this water park. Here you will find slides of various colors, extremes, heights and sizes. There is also a mountain waterfall on the territory, the largest in this area. For the youngest vacationers, the water park has prepared a tropical jungle area.

Hua Hin or Phuket?

Many of those who choose a resort in the Kingdom of Thailand for a long stay or vacation often read reviews and hesitate between two resorts: Phuket and Hua Hin. It’s impossible to say for sure which one will be better, but there are still some pros and cons for both resorts.

After reading the reviews, we come to the conclusion that in Hua Hin the sea is not as clean as on the island of Phuket, but living here will be much cheaper, since it is still a mainland city, while Phuket is an island.

Hua Hin (Hua Hin) is a great place to relax in Thailand. Consider beaches, hotels, attractions and prices for vacations.

How to get to the resort

If you purchase a bus ticket at the South Terminal of Bangkok for a trip to the Hua Hin resort, then in a little less than 4 hours it will take you to this blessed place. And it is significant if only because here you can observe with your own eyes the life of Thai fishermen, without carving out time specifically for this purpose. The resort is designed in such a way that there is also a fishing port on its territory. The king himself, a century ago, chose this place to relax and called it a place far from worries. Buses go to Hua Hin almost all daylight hours at 20-minute intervals. Tickets can be purchased for buses of different comfort classes.

If you have a budget vacation option, then a 3rd class bus with air conditioning is just what will allow you to relax economically. You can also get there by minivan, but it will be more expensive. But the plane will take you to the resort in just half an hour and allow you to see the beauty of this place from above. And there is something to look at and be surprised at. And the holes that a small plane can fall into will be quickly forgotten (large planes, due to the fact that the distance is very small - about 300 km, do not fly here). The cost of a flight on a private aircraft is approximately the same as a trip to Hua Hin by taxi and is about 3,000 baht.

Beaches of Hua Hin

City Beach

The most beautiful beach Hua Hin is considered a city beach separated from the fishing port by cliffs.

Snow-white sand, a gently sloping shore, clear water, freedom for children and the opportunity for them to stay in the water on the shallows - only this can encourage tourists to visit this beautiful beach.

Hat Khao Tao Beach

And next to the city beach is Hat Khao Tao Beach. It is more secluded than a city one, and tourists who prefer peace and quiet like to relax there.

Cha-Am Beach

It offers its guests a variety of water attractions and entertainment on the water. It stretches along the jungle and mountains for such a length that it is considered one of the longest in the country. Silence and solitude accompany everyone who visits it.

Hua Hin Beach

If you want to sit in a chic restaurant, or you are staying in an expensive luxury hotel, then Hua Hin Beach awaits you. It is located next to expensive hotels and restaurants. At the edge of the beach there is a rock cliff from which it gets its name.

Pranburi Beach

And for tourists vacationing on budget option, Pranburi Beach is suitable. It is comfortable and quiet. Located 30 kilometers from the center of Hua Hin, close to the national park. There are also several calm beaches located in the bays where people mainly relax local residents. But it is also convenient for guests there, but only for those who like to relax and enjoy peace and quiet.

Sights of Hua Hin

The attractions of Hua Hin include Train Station. This building is the oldest in the country, and the anna was erected by order of King Rama Vl of Siam. The architecture of the station is so unique and built taking into account all Thai traditions that it is impossible to understand it right away. Particularly gorgeous Royal Hall. The Royal Summer Palace, erected by order of the king at the beginning of the last century, amazes with its beauty. All 3 palaces have sea views and currently serve as the royal summer residence. A national park in the jungle where there are waterfalls, caves, and monkeys...

The waterfalls are so beautiful that it is impossible not to look at this wonder of nature. Although one of them is located right in the jungle, it can be reached by trekking. All kinds of birds of different colors will surprise you with their diversity. The second attraction of Hua Hin is the Buddha statue on a hill located 4 km from the city. There is also a Buddhist temple with an observation deck, which offers wonderful views of the surrounding area. For those tourists who decide to touch everything with their own hands and taste spicy Thai dishes, it won’t hurt to go to the night market. This is where all the abundance of flavors is concentrated, from drinks to ice cream.

Vacation prices

As throughout Thailand, holidays in Hua Hin are divided into three categories. It's the rainy season, cool and also hot.

The most successful season, of course, is from the beginning of December to the end of March. But in Hua Hin this is the season of expensive, and even very, vacation.

When purchasing a tour to a five-star hotel during this period, you will have to spend a fairly large amount, in the range of 100-150 thousand rubles. If you buy a tour to a good, not very expensive hotel, for example, Thipurai City Hotel, then you can get by with 2 times less money. Tourists planning to visit Hua Hin should not neglect their holidays during the rainy season. That’s just what it’s called, but it rains at night and for no more than an hour.

Travel costs can be reduced significantly. And you can purchase a last-minute tour after preparing for the tour in advance. And it will cost a minimal amount, and the holiday will be great at any time of the year. The only thing is that there are jellyfish on the beaches during the rainy season. But this is not such a misfortune, because of which you can refuse a cheap trip to the country of exoticism and dreams. The price of the trip will depend entirely on preferences and capabilities. Therefore, everyone decides for themselves.

Main excursions

There are quite a lot of excursions offered in Hua Hin, to suit different tastes and budgets.

Sightseeing tour

If you decide to see everything at once, buy a ticket for a sightseeing tour. Here you will be offered a trip with a tour of the royal residences, a national park, a railway station, a view from the observation deck at the Buddha Temple, where you can also see the statue of the Goddess of Mercy and purchase handmade silk souvenirs. The only thing is that the time spent at each place is limited.

Excursion to the National Park

It will take the whole day, but there will be a lot of impressions. You can take a boat ride around, visit the mangroves, and contemplate birds with colorful plumage together with a huge amount butterflies, and visit the cave, and see Mount Khao Dang. Isn't it worth spending time and money on this?!

Excursion to a dance show

Dinner at a restaurant where you will be offered not only exotic dishes, but also an amazing dance show. And keep in mind, not only will you be able to see this, but also hear the history of national dances. And this is worth a lot.

Excursion to the vineyards

You can also taste Thai wine in the vineyards if you go on an excursion to the Wat Huai temple. Here is the symbolic gateway to the south of Thailand. If you like the wine, you will be immediately offered to buy it. And the quality of Thai wines was highly appreciated by professionals.

Weather at the resort

Hua Hin is ready to receive guests all year round, fortunately the weather is favorable for this. The hottest month is May. But in winter, when we have frost and snow, it’s just wonderful there. But sometimes there are winds. And if there is wind, then the beach can be quite big waves. The weather is also good during the rainy season. The air is warmed up to + 30, the sea is just waiting for swimmers, and if it rains at night, it’s still night. And there's nothing wrong with that.

Hua Hin Hotels

Baan Talay Chine Boutique Resort Hotel

This hotel is probably the best in Hua Hin. Luxurious, located in the garden, it offers guests villas with swimming pools, one and two-room apartments, service at the highest level. It is located next to expensive restaurants. All rooms are furnished with Chinese furniture, TV and all the attributes modern life. You can invite massage therapists and take advantage of room delivery services for lunch and dinner. You can also play golf on site. The horses will also be happy to take you around the surrounding area.

Asara Villa & Suite Hotel

This 5 star hotel is located right next to Hua Hin Beach. It has about 100 rooms, furnished with wooden furniture and 21st century appliances.

• Spa
• spa pool
• massage room
• 5 restaurants

Each room has a terrace with sea or garden views. Canoes are available for vacationers to ride in the bay. The chefs also offer European cuisine.

G.House

This hotel is designed for tourists with modest incomes. But even a rich person is not ashamed to stay there. The staff offers a variety of recreation options. The rooms have refrigerators, television, and bathrooms. Here you can use Internet services, luggage storage, and safes. Everything is ready for a comfortable stay in the rooms. Tourists do not come to spend all their time in a hotel.