Hua Hin Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, Thailand
About Hua Hin
Popularised as a resort in the early 1920s by King Prajadhipok, Hua Hin is closely associated with the Thai royal family and is a quiet and relaxing seaside resort ideal for family vacation. Until 1934, it was known asSamore Riang(สมอเรียง), or 'rows of rocks'. The fishing village was turned into a royal resort and consequently became popular among Siam's nobility and upper classes. In 1928, Prajadhipok built hisKlai Kangwon('far from worries') Palace. As of 2020,Klai Kangwonis a little-used summer residence of the king and is not open for visitors, although the outer palace grounds are open for walkers and joggers from 16:00 to 19:00 daily (wear shoes, have sleeved shirts that cover at least your upper arms and bring your passport). The six kilometre-long beach is pretty and relatively cl
Top Attractions in Hua Hin
Explore the best things to see and do in Hua Hin:
- ★Dan Singkhon
- ★Hat Laem Sala
- ★Hat Sam Phraya
- ★Hua Hin Arts and Crafts Centre
- ★Hua Hin Golf Courses
- ★Hua Hin Jazz Festival
- ★Hua Hin Railway Station
- ★Hua Hin Vintage Car Rally
Where to Eat in Hua Hin
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Baan Khun Por Food Centre
- 🍴German Restaurant and Bakery
- 🍴Happy Pig Restaurant
- 🍴Hua Hin Vegan Cafe and Wine
- 🍴Manaw Taqueria
- 🍴Pad Thai Phetburi
Where to Stay in Hua Hin
- 🏨Aleenta Resort and Spa
- 🏨Anantara Hua Hin Resort
- 🏨Anantasila Resort
- 🏨At Home Hotel
- 🏨Avani Hua Hin Resort
- 🏨Baan Nilawan Hotel
Hua Hin Travel Guide Sections
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