Hua Hin

Introduction

Hua Hin is a district in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province located 295 kilometers from Bangkok and 90 km from the provincial capital. It boasts a large market, and is full of food and souvenir shops as well as hotels. Beaches are located in the east of the province, and the main pier is on Highway No.4 at km232

The beach at Hua Hin is 5 kilometers long, and full of white sand and clear water, ideal for swimming.

Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Cha-am and Hua Hin are quiet relaxed coastal towns, perfect for family vacations. In contrast to Pattaya, across the Gulf, these sister resorts lack the bustle of an international playground and instead afford a quiet escape. Both resorts boast long uncluttered beaches, while Hua Hin, larger than Cha-am, has the added attraction of a traditional fishing port.

Neither place attempts to imitate the international scene and are content with an enduring Thai identity. Hua Hin, incidentally, is Thailand’s oldest beach resort, enjoying a vogue among Thai royalty and aristocracy since the 1920s.
The main joys of both resorts are a peaceful time lazing on the beach soaking up the tropical sunshine, the fun of a variety of water sports and a delight in relishing some excel­lent seafood dining.

How to get there

The journey from Bangkok to Hua Hin can be arranged by car.
From the Thonburi-Paktho Road, past Samut Songkhram, turn left onto Phetkasem Road toward Prachuap Khiri Khan.
Alternatively, take the Phutthamonthon route from Bangkok and head to Prachuap Khiri Khan via Nakhon Pathom, Ratchburi, and Phetchaburi.

The total distance is about 281 kilometers and takes around 4 hours.

Bus services are available from the Southern Bus Station, and include the Bangkok-Prachuap Khiri Khan, Bangkok - Hua Hin, Bangkok - Pranburi and Bangkok-Bang Saphan routes.
Train services are also available.
Around Hua Hin itself, samlor and songtaeo taxis, or car rentals, are available for sight-seeing.

When to visit - Where to stay

Hua Hin is an enjoyable holiday destination all year round, although 1 period from November to April is marked with high winds and big waves.

A wide range of accommodation is offered, from small guest houses to luxurious resort. Climate & Weather.

Souvenirs

Due to its popularity as a vacation spot, Hua Hin offers all sorts of souvenir items, from dolls, ornaments, a decorations crafted from sea shells and coconuts, to Kommapat woven clothe pineapple products, dried fruits, and aloe vera.

Local Products

In addition to plenty of dried seafood, Prachuap Khiri Khan offers various food products made from pineapples, coconuts, bananas and aloe vera. Typical “Khomaphat” printed cotton is a famous souvenir available at Hua Hin.