Situated in the South-East of Thailand, Hua Hin is a former fishing village turned seaside resort. After the Thai royal family built summer palaces in the area it became a popular and fashionable retreat for Bangkok residents. The long beaches are great for water sports, particularly kitesurfing, and are lined with high-end hotels and great seafood restaurants. Our pick of the best places to stay in Hua Hin are luxury properties that won't break the bank.
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Chiva-Som is a super-lux, super-healthy wellness retreat in Hua Hin, just three hours from Bangkok. In addition to the seriously impressive array of world-class treatments aimed at refreshing and revitalising your mind, body and soul, there’s also beautiful surrounds and sympathetic architecture.
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Hua Hin
A relaxed beachfront stay in Hua Hin, blending resort comfort with a playful, design-led edge. Mid-century interiors pop with colour against tropical gardens. Expect a lively pool scene, inventive spa, and standout dining from Thai classics to wood-fired pizza. Effortless cool by the sea.
Hua Hin
This weekend oasis, three hours from Bangkok, soothes the soul. The airy rooms, lush grounds and beachfront location aptly showcase Thailand’s tropical beauty while the Oceanside beach club and restaurant keep things lively at night. Spacious suites with private pools are a welcome luxury.
Hua Hin
A tranquil resort modelled on a traditional Thai village surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Luxurious rooms are impressively spacious with high ceilings, antique furniture and lovely views. Boasting a private beach, two pools and no less than seven eateries. An ideal haven to simply unwind.
Hua Hin (Pak Nam Pran)
A chic hotel sitting on a stretch of quiet, beachside road 40 minutes south of Hua Hin. A plethora of excursions, from cooking classes to cycle tours, along with the hotel's relaxing villas, local bakery and pools, provide guests with an impartial luxury escape. A tropical paradise.
Hua Hin
A contemporary beachside retreat between Hua Hin and Cha-Am, set in sprawling greenery with direct access to a quiet stretch of sand. Earth-toned interiors and natural textures keep things calm and understated. Highlights include a saltwater pool, spa, and standout dining spots. A laid-back escape.
Hua Hin (Prachuap Khiri Khan)
Super-luxe meets super healthy at Chiva-Som, an award-winning wellness retreat three hours south of Bangkok. With a seriously impressive array of world-class treatments catering to the mind, body and soul, guests are guaranteed to emerge feeling – and looking – years younger.
Hua Hin (Khao Takiab)
Beachfront in Hua Hin’s Khao Takiab, this spa-focused retreat leans into wellness and calm. Think moody, monolithic Khmer-inspired architecture with a meditative edge. Expect standout massage treatments, yoga, and a solid mix of Thai and Italian dining. A peaceful reset, start to finish.