Hua Hin
The fishing village turned hot beach resort town increasingly lures travellers. Multiple ethnic restaurants dish out the tastiest international cuisines. There are plenty of delights like sunning in the pristine beaches, indulging in spas, going on boating and fishing expeditions, playing golf, picking up world renowned dried seafood and cotton souvenirs, and bargain hunting at the night market. Between March and May, the kite festival is underway, making the skyline a kaleidoscope of colours. The peaceful Sea Pine Tree Garden, the captivating Panee Butterfly Garden, the magnificent Khao Takiab temple, the serene escape spot of Sua Son Pradiphat Beach, the opulent Klai Kangwon Palace, the famous elephant and horse back rides, and the post card perfect Khao Tao hill are some of the other treats.
Top Tourist Spots in Hua Hin
- Hua Hin Beach
- Chiva-Som Spa
- Chopsticks Hill
- Klai Kang Won Palace
- Turtle Island
- Wat Khao Takiap
- Sua Son Pradipat Beach
- Wat Khao Krailas
- Elephant Village
- Huay Mongkol Temple
- Panee Butterfly Garden
- Maruekatayawan Palace
- PlearnWan
Shopping Attractions in Hua Hin
No trip to Hua Hin is complete without some retail therapy. Check out the following shopping areas:
- Hua Hin Market Village
- Hua Hin Night Market
- Pae Market
- The Grand Market
- AKA
- The House of June
- Saphira
- Chang Thai
Eating out in Hua Hin
Hua Hin offers a veritable feast of different cuisines from across the world. Here are some of the highly popular restaurants:
- Moon Terrace
- Brasserie de Paris
- Maharaja
- Monsoon Restaurant & Bar
- Orchids
- Taj Mahal
- Lo Stivale
- Caruso
- La Villa
- Palm Seafood Pavilion
- Mamma Mia
Hotels in Hua Hin
Being a major tourist base has resulted in the construction of lots of hotels. Some of the popular ones are:
- Evason Hua Hin Resort
- Wora Bura Hotel
- The Rock Hua Hin Hotel
- Hyatt Regency Hotel
- Sofitel Hotel
- Anantara Resort and SPA
Preferred Airlines to Hua Hin from UK
Thai Airways | Air India | Oman Air | Cathay Pacific | Etihad Airways | Jet Airways | Qatar Airways | Gulf Air | Singapore Airlines | Kuwait Airways
Airports in Hua Hin
The Hua Hin airport is a small airport located about 15 minutes north of Hua Hin town centre.
Best Time to Visit Hua Hin
A dry climate coupled with a year round balmy weather makes Hua Hin an anytime holiday destination. However, the best time is from December to February.
Transport in Hua Hin
There are local as well as inter-regional bus services. One may also hire cars or motorbikes. Another option is the sawnghaew or truck type minibus. However, walking remains the most popular choice.