HUA HIN

Hua Hin is located about 200 km south of Bangkok on the west coast of the Gulf of Thailand.  Hua Hin literally translates as “Rocky Head”  and is derived from the rocks that can be seen on the beach near the Sofitel Hotel. Locally known as “Paradise City”; Hua Hin is the perfect location for you and your family to invest in a home in paradise.  Hua Hin is the oldest and most traditional Thai resort combining the attractions of a modern holiday destination with the charm and fascination of a still active fishing port.

Hua Hin is a holiday resort for both Thai nationals and foreign visitors.  Hua Hin provides a long wide beach with white sand and scattered rocks which stretches 6 km south towards the hills of Khao Takiab   Activities such as horse riding, kite boarding and water sports are readily available.

Hua Hin has the highest density of world class golf courses anywhere in Thailand and is fast growing in popularity as an international Golf destination. Green-fees and other costs are currently among the lowest in the world while course maintenance and services are superb.

Black Mountain Golf Club, Palm Hills Golf Resort, The Royal Hua Hin Golf Club, Hua Hin Seoul Country Club, Royal Springfield Golf & Country Club, Imperial Lake View Golf Club, Majestic Creek Country Club, Sawang Resort & Golf Course, Military Golf Club, Dhanarat Golf Club, Krachang Golf Club, and The Bayan Golf Club Hua Hin (opening soon) are all top international golf courses in the region.

History

Hua Hin has been a favourite Thai resort for over 70 years. The resort was discovered in the early 1920s by King Rama VII as an ideal getaway from the sultry metropolis of Bangkok. The tranquil fishing village was turned into the Royal resort and consequently became popular among Siam's nobility and upper class.  The construction of a railway line from Bangkok ensured its accessibility and popularity with a wider part of the Thai public.

It was the resort's royal endorsement that has given Hua Hin a special character of its very own. In 1928, King Rama VII built his Klai Kangwon (Far From Worries) Palace, which remains until today as an official royal residence. It is still frequently used by members of the royal family and is open to the public for visits.


Hua Hin continued to develop in its own leisurely way, both as an aristocratic resort with the added attraction of an 18-hole golf course, and as a fishing port. The State Railways of Thailand built The Siam Railway Hotel in 1923 in the architectural style of old Siam. This has now been converted into the 5 star Sofitel Hotel.  Many of Bangkok's rich and famous built their own beachfront summer homes to the north and south along the curving sandy bay, enjoying leisurely family weekends in a resort which has maintained its unique identity.

Facilities

Because of the King’s presence the town is surrounded by garrisons of troops including the elite parachute regiment and the Air Arm of the Royal Thai Police – resulting in a very low crime rate.

Hua Hin has accommodation to suit all budgets, ranging from the smaller guest houses to luxury 5 star Hotels and Spa Resorts.  It also offers modern pharmacies, clinics and hospitals.

Today a visitor to Hua Hin will still sense this special atmosphere and old world charm. Besides sun-filled days on the 5 mile-long beaches there are leisure activities for the whole family from water sports to golf. The area around the town let's you discover fabulous parks and peaks, caves and waterfalls.

In the evening the winding roads with a great variety of shops and markets make a fascinating stroll.  The restaurants built on stilts into the sea offer superb seafood in the legendary and unsurpassed preparation of Thai cuisine.  Hua Hin has restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets, you can eat traditional Thai, Indian, Italian or French.  The food quality is excellent and in comparison to Europe gives exceptional value for money. The service is second to none and Thailand’s reputation as the “Land of Smiles” is very evident wherever you go.

The famous Hua Hin night market has an electrifying atmosphere with wonderful stalls selling everything from clothes to paintings to wooden carvings and Thai food.  Choose your own fresh fish and have it cooked to your requirements at the restaurants that intermingle the stalls.

The town offers many western imports from Tesco to Starbucks to MacDonalds which means that you can still enjoy a taste of home in this tropical paradise.  Hua Hin has all the ingredients for a varied and fulfilling life with all the convenience of the west but at Thailand’s special pace and offers a cost of living that many residents know is unattainable in Europe.

Many Europeans reside permanently or semi permanently in Hua Hin benefiting from the dry warm climate during October to May.  Hua Hin also has one of the lowest annual rainfalls in Thailand – mainly falling in July and August.

Neighbouring beaches

Cha Am Beach

Cha Am is about 26 km north of Hua Hin and is very popular amongst Thai tourists especially at weekends.  There are several activities such as banana boats, jet skis and bicycle riding, and the fresh seafood stalls along the beach front road are well worth a visit. 

Khao Takiab beach

Khao Takiab (chopstick hill) beach is 7 km south of Hua Hin.  The hill is famous for its temple and the monkeys who live nearby.  The large expanse of beach and the calm shallow waters are ideal for children.

Khao Tao Beach

The beautiful beach of Khao Tao lies at the foot of Khao Tao Hill approximately 16 km south of Hua Hin. A newly opened Hotel Resort and small local restaurants are scattered along the beach front.

Cultural Thailand

In addition to the wonderful beaches Thailand has some beautiful countryside, national parks, temples and local craft markets.