Hua Hin’s Hidden Gems

Stay at the wonderful Hilton Hua Hin Resort and Spa and ask our Siam Adventure Club for trip to explore Hua Hin Hidden Gems.

Phra Nakhon Kriri Historical Park or Khao Wang: An elegant mix of Thai, neoclassical western and Chinese architecture built in 1860 on a lush 92 metre hillside.

Phra Ram Ratchaniwet: Originally called Wang Ban Pun, the European-style palace opened in 1916, designed and constructed by German architect Karl Deurring to be used as a wet season residence during the reign of King Rama VI. The palace was used to welcome and accommodate state visitors to Hua Hin.

Maruekhathaiyawan Palace: This seaside summer palace is located midway between Cha-am and Hua Hin. It was built in 1923 under the royal command of King Rama VI using golden teakwood from the demolished Hat Chao Samran Palace. An Italian architect designed the palace with a dazzling array of verandahs and latticework.

Wat Kamphaeng Laeng: This monastery was originally a Khmer place of worship constructed in accordance with Bhramanism.

Wat Maha That Worawiharn: An histroical local temple that is a mixture of late Ayutthaya and early Rattanakosin styles that have been bought to Hua Hin using local craftmenship. The elegantly designed stucco and exteriors of the temple are a shining examples of architecture at the time.

Wat Yai Suwannaram: Another important temple in Hua Hin, Wat Yai Suwannaram is one kilometre east of the city hall. The temple features a windowless main shrine hall housing 300-year-old murals of mythical angels. Its Sala Kanprian (multi-purpose hall) - which was once located in Ayutthaya's Grand Palace - was entirely built of teakwood and decorated with fine woodwork .

Magic Show: Hua Hin’s finest magician, Naris Pakdeephube, now presents his magic charms twice every week at the resort.  His famous stage act features amazing tricks and illusions to suit all ages from 3 to 93.

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From Bangkok to Hua Hin

From Bangkok to Hua Hin 

Let me confess: I am a Bangkokian who is a big fan of Hua Hin beach. Since I learned how to swim, my parents always took us to Hua Hin. School break? – Hua Hin. Even when my mum and dad were looking for a second home – it was Hua Hin again! This made me feel as though I knew Hua Hin pretty well – just like every Bangkok Thai does. If you are living in Bangkok, you will find that we can meet friends walking in Hua Hin Market more often than meeting them strolling around in Bangkok. Hua Hin Market has been popular among visitors because it is so full of life. Here, you can find contemporary art and hand-made stuffs – fresh seafood, and bars. Another favorite stop that I have to go every morning when visit Hua Hin is an old fishing port, here you can find fresh seafood caught from the sea or even ask the fish wives to grill them for you. This old fishing port reminds me of my father who loved to do a night’s fishing in a boat. I thought it was really cool and something to boast to my friends about when I was a child. Recently, I just found another weekend market call CICADA market. This is a new place for us Bangkokians to hang out on Saturdays from 5pm onwards.  Here you will find handicrafts, food, and lots of art Items.  Plearnwarn is another neat ‘man-made’ market that imitates Hua Hin Market with a remarkable 1950’s period atmosphere – highly recommended!Hua Hin has been a renowned ‘Palace on the Beach’, royal retreat since the 1920's. So, there are several historical places to visit, most of them featuring remarkable architecture of the town in the old days. The Maruekatayawan Palace is one of the oldest and most charming palaces in Thailand, constructed by His Majesty King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) in 1923. The architectural design of the raised-floor wooden palace, with its three sections facing the sea is a very romantic concept. Hua Hin Train Station is also another ‘must see’ attraction, built since the reign of King Rama the 5th, and turning Hua Hin into the first cluster of a royal, high-society residences in the Kingdom.
My knowledge was enhanced when I starting working in Hua Hin a couple months ago and found that there are lots of unseen places that I never heard of – such as Khao Luang Cave – one hour’s from Hua Hin downtown. This cave had been a royal picnic site since the King Rama IV period and features the Dressing Buddha Image that King Rama V graciously built in memory of King Rama III. There are some interesting items to be seen in this monastery such as an old pavilion, and beautiful wood carved door panels of the main shrine hall which was designed and constructed by the Lord Abbot, a famous artisan. Just a few minutes from here is another place built since King Rama IV (known to the world from the ‘King & I’ tales) Khao Wang Heritage Park – a beautifully maintained and built in 1860, situated atop a 92-meter-high hill. It comprises royal halls, palaces, temples, and groups of buildings. The complex which was constructed mostly of harmonious Western neoclassic and Chinese architecture tops the three large hills. This is another ‘must see’ place for me.As an armature diver, I found Talu Island located in Bangsaphan, (Prachuapkhirikhan) two hours from Hua Hin – a real heaven. Shallow diving makes this island one of the most beautiful in the area, featuring a rich variety of marine life. 
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Loy Kratong

Celebrate our annual Loy Kratong event on November 20 with a gourmet Thai buffet and live Thai entertainment as we prepare to set sail our Kratongs that are destined to bring good luck. Book early to get a front row seat. The dinner and beverage package costs THB1,200  per person while dinner only is THB850 per person. Children eat half price.

Hilton House Of Magic Casts Spell Over Hua Hin

Renowned Hua Hin magician Naris Pakdeephube returns to the Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa every Thursday to Sunday at 8pm.

The hour-long Hilton House of Magic show showcases amazing spectacles to live musical accompaniment.

Is Naris performing clever sleight-of-hand or sheer magic?  Decide for yourself: an evening of illusion costs just THB400 (adults) / THB200 (children).

Hilton Hua Hin launches Tuk Tuk Advertisements

Hilton Hua Hin recently launched a creative Tuk-Tuk outdoor advertising campaign highlighting the hotels monthly promotions with the aim to create awareness among the Hua Hin Commmunity.

This new outdoor media is used to promote the Hilton Hua Hin’s Restaurants & Spa and specials to the Hua Hin market.  The first campaign released called Age Matters! - offering a discount on food and beverages to guests who celebrate their birthday at Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa and their age becomes their discount. 

Hua Hin Railway Station

The Hua Hin railway station is one of oldest railway station in Thailand. Its most striking feature is the unique Royal Waiting Room in Thai architectural style. The Royal Waiting Room was built in the reign of King Rama VI in order to welcome the King and his entourage. The outstanding feature of the station is the pavilion constructed in the reign of King Rama VI; it was originally named as "Plub Pla Sanamchan", and it was initially situated at Sanamchan Palace in Nakorn Pathom Province.

The Royal Waiting Room, the original building built in the same architectural style as Maruekkhathayawan Palace, stands adjacent to the station,and is a favourite spot for taking pictures for both Thai and foreign tourists.

This train station is the attractive site in Hua Hin that you should never miss. 

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Exploring the Unseen by Siam Adventure Club

Siam Adventure Club invites you to explore some of Hua Hin’s historical sites during a comfortable day trip.

The day starts at the floating market continuing with Wat Mahathat, a temple influenced by Khmer and Ayuthaya architecture, followed by a visit summer palace - Phara Nakhonkhiri – which was also the also the setting of the famous movie The King and I. 

After lunch, the journey continues to Khao Luang Cave, which houses no less than 170 Buddha images, before the last stop at the spectacular teakwood Maruka Thai Yawan Palace (place of love and hope), designed by King Rama VI.

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THE SPA

The Spa

Blissfulness Ritual

This October allow yourself a pampering session with our Blissfulness Ritual at The Spa. This two-and-a-half-hour total relaxation session begins with a Sea Salt Scrub to exfoliate dead skin cells leading to a more polished tone. A Hot Stone Massage follows, easing tension with heated black basalt stone compresses – an exotic holistic technique to rejuvenate and restore your vital balance. The ritual ends with a Blissfulness Facial By Guinot leaving your visage tingling with a healthy, youthful glow.

Priced at THB3,500++ per person or THB6,000++ per couple.

The Spa is located on The M-floor, open daily from 10am to 9pm.

THE MARKET

THE MARKET

Talad Talay Sod AND Japanese FUSION

The Market at Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa now serves authentic Thai cuisine seven nights a week – with six-course Japanese fusion offered every Tuesday evening at only THB800 nett.

New Italian Trattoria

Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa is re-opening daily its Italian section of The Market with a new Italian Trattoria restaurant concept.

Open daily, it offers our signature wood fire oven pizzas, a traditional antipasti bar with cold cuts along with a new cheese and wine cellar for dining or purchases.

The Trattoria will be your home away from home serving you rustic home cooked meals. The perfect meeting place for a relaxing and enjoyable dinner over a great glass of vino. Like they say in Italy....arrivederci!

MILESTONES

MILEStones

Ladies night

It's Ladies night every Tuesday at Milestones. Buy one drink get one free from our selected list featuring Singha, Chang and Mojito, Caipirinha, and Caipiroska cocktails.

CHAY HAD & SUNSET BEACH BAR

chay had

The relaxed Chay Had Restaurant, located a stone’s throw from the Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa, offers guests refreshing sea breezes and sensational oceanfront dining. Throughout October, Chad Hay is offering great deals on fresh seafood and meat cuts. Options include:

• Beachfront BBQ with seafood and meat charged per 100 grams – plus salad and dessert every Monday and Friday: THB300 nett per person.

• Wine Dinner, including a five-course set dinner menu with a glass of wine per course every Wednesday: THB1,500 nett per person.

• BBQ Set Dinner – create your own three-course set menu every Friday: THB 899 nett per person.

• Crazy Chicken Lunch Deal - Purchase any of the following and receive a free soft drink: Chicken Burger, Chicken Wrap, Chicken Wings or Chicken Schnitzel for only THB 350 nett between 12 noon and 3pm everyday.

SUNSET BEACH BAR

Beer O'clock

Purchase any size draught beer between 3pm - 4pm every day and pay half price on your next refill.* (* refill only applicable on the original size purchased). 

Hua Hin Brewing Company !!!

HHBC

Korubuta

Enjoy a delicious specialty pork chop or pork loin with a cold, refreshing draught ale on 4 - 10 October.

HHBC - San Miguel Party

Join the San Miguel girls on Saturday 16 October as they toast to the real ‘Thriller from Manila’ – San Miguel Beer, founded in 1890 in the Philippines.

Beer can chicken

You haven't tried real chicken unless you have sampled a unique Beer Can Chicken, on offer from 18 - 24 October.

Acoustic music Fri - Sat

Features a live guitarist playing every Friday & Saturday night at Hua Hin Brewing Company at 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm.

COYOTE PARTY - The girls are back in town

Back by popular demand! Let’s get down and downright naughty every Friday & Saturday night at the Beer House. Free entry before 11pm

Halloween Tick or Treat with the Coyotes

Celebrate Halloween all weekend long with our Trick or Treat – who will be here to tempt you with a night full of fun and games on 29 - 31 October.

F1 Qualifying Japan

Catch all the qualifiers as they happen live on the big screen at the Beer House on

8 - 9 October.

F1 Race Day Japan

Catch all the race-day action live at the Beer House on 10 October.

F1 Qualifying Korea

The F1 qualifying stages screened live on the Beer House’s big screen on 23 October.

F 1 Race Day Korea

Catch the high-octane race action live on the big screen at the Beer House on 24 October.

Hua Hin Brewing Company (next to the Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa): Tel. 032 538 999.

LOTUS SKYBAR

S.I.T.C.

All the sparkling wine you can drink for THB999 nett per person every Thursday night at the Lotus Skybar from 8pm - 11pm.

This place is just perfect !! Beautiful !! Its a Must !!!

WHITE LOTUS

Our award-winning White Lotus Chinese Restaurant invites you to experience the finest Chinese food in the Kingdom while enjoying stunning views over the Gulf of Thailand from the 17^th floor.

ALL YOU CAN EAT DIM SUM

Enjoy a sumptuous Chinese lunch spread every weekend and public holidays from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Select from our comprehensive menu of authentic dim sum delicacies for only THB449 nett per person and look out for regular new additions to White Lotus’s array of exciting steamed, crispy and wok-fried specialties.

Vegetarian Festival 

This colourful event celebrates an old Chinese belief that abstinence from meat and various stimulants during the ninth month of the lunar calendar will help obtain good health and peach of mind. Enjoy a 5 course vegetarian set dinner specially created for you to tantalize your taste buds from 7 - 17 October only at THB550 nett.

The best place - Hua Hin !!!

I am one of most of the Bangkokians who is a big fan of Hua Hin beach! Since I learn how to swim – parents took us to Hua Hin during vacations – Hau Hin. Is like my 2^nd home even my mom and dad’s…

It makes me feel like I know Hua Hin so well – just like every Thais do.  If you are living in Bangkok and you meet our friends or any xxx walking in Hua Hin Market more often than meet them in Bangkok. Hua Hin Market has been popular among visitors because they are full of life. Here, you can find contemporary art and hand made stuff – fresh sea food – bars… ….

Another favorite stop that I have to go every morning when visit Hua Hin is an old fishing port, here you can find fresh seafood caught from the sea or even ask the fisherman wife to grill them for you.  This old fishing port really makes me think of childhood who loved to do night fishing in a Fisher Man boat I found that it was really cool and something to show off to friend when I was a kid.

Recently, I just found another weekend market call CICADA market. This is a new place for Bangkokians to hang out on Saturday.  Here you will find handicraft / food and lots of Art Items.  Plearnwarn is another neat ‘MAN-Made’ market that imitate Hua Hin market in the period of 50’s – highly recommened!

Hua Hin has been a renowned "Palace on the Beach", has been a royal retreat since the 1920's….So, there are several historical places to visit – most of them remarks architecture of the town in the old days. The Maruekatayawan Palace is one of the oldest and most charming palace in Thailand - was constructed by His Majesty King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) in 1923. The architectural design of the raised-floor wooden palace, with its three sections facing the sea --- very romantic! Hua Hin Train Station is also another ‘Must See’ attraction built since King Rama the 5^th that turn Hua Hin into the first a cluster of a royal, high-society residences.

My overconfidence on my knowledge has just been thrilled when I starting working in Hua Hin couple months ago and found that there are lots & lots of unseen places that I never heard of – such as Khao Luang Cave 1 hours fron Hua Hin downtown. This cave had been a royal picnic site since the King Rama IV period rests the Dressing Buddha Image that King Rama V graciously built in memory of King Rama III. This There are some interesting items to be seen in this monastery such as a old pavilion, and beautiful wood carved door panels of the main shrine hall which was designed and constructed by the Lord Abbot who was a famous artisan. Few minutes from here there is another place bult since King RAMA the IV (who known to the world as the King & I tails) - Khao Wang Heritage Park – a beautifully maintained built in 1860, situated atop a 92-meter-high hill.  It comprises royal halls, palaces, temples, and groups of buildings. The complex which was constructed mostly of harmonious Western neoclassic and Chinese architecture tops the 3 large hills. This is another Must See place for me.

As an armature diver – I found Talu Island located in Bangsaphan, Prachuapkhirikhan 2 hours from Hua Hin as a heaven for me.  Its shallow diving spot makes this island one of the most beautiful of a rich marine life.

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Hua Hin – the best ever Bangkok getaway!

Hua Hin – the best ever Bangkok getaway! 

 
I am one of most of the Bangkokians who is a big fan of Hua Hin beach! Since learn how to swim – parents took us to Hua Hin. School break? – Hau Hin. Even when my mom & dad looking for a 2^nd home … Hua Hin again!

This make me feel like I knew Hua Hin so well – just like every Thais do.  If you are living in Bangkok – you will find that it is true that we can meet our friends or any xxx walking in Hua Hin Market more often than meet them in Bangkok. Hua Hin Market has been popular among visitors because they are full of life. Here, you can find contemporary art and hand made stuffs – fresh sea food – bars…….

Another favorite stop that I have to go every morning when visit Hua Hin is an old fishing port, here you can find fresh seafood caught from the sea or even ask the fisherman wife to grill them for you.  This old fishing port really makes me think of my DAD who loved to do a night fishing in a Fisher Man boat I found that it was really cool and something to show off to friend when I was a kid.

Recently, I just found another weekend market call CICADA market. This is a new place for Bangkokians to hang out on Saturday.  Here you will find handicraft / food and lots of Art Items.  Plearnwarn is another neat ‘MAN-Made’ market that imitate Hua Hin market in the period of 50’s – highly recommened!

Hua Hin has been a renowned "Palace on the Beach", has been a royal retreat since the 1920's….So, there are several historical places to visit – most of them remarks architecture of the town in the old days. The Maruekatayawan Palace is one of the oldest and most charming palace in Thailand - was constructed by His Majesty King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) in 1923. The architectural design of the raised-floor wooden palace, with its three sections facing the sea --- very romantic! Hua Hin Train Station is also another ‘Must See’ attraction built since King Rama the 5^th that turn Hua Hin into the first a cluster of a royal, high-society residences.

My overconfidence on my knowledge has just been thrilled when I starting working in Hua Hin couple months ago and found that there are lots & lots of unseen places that I never heard of – such as Khao Luang Cave 1 hours fron Hua Hin downtown. This cave had been a royal picnic site since the King Rama IV period rests the Dressing Buddha Image that King Rama V graciously built in memory of King Rama III. This There are some interesting items to be seen in this monastery such as a old pavilion, and beautiful wood carved door panels of the main shrine hall which was designed and constructed by the Lord Abbot who was a famous artisan. Few minutes from here there is another place bult since King RAMA the IV (who known to the world as the King & I tails) - Khao Wang Heritage Park – a beautifully maintained built in 1860, situated atop a 92-meter-high hill.  It comprises royal halls, palaces, temples, and groups of buildings. The complex which was constructed mostly of harmonious Western neoclassic and Chinese architecture tops the 3 large hills. This is another Must See place for me.

As an amature diver – I found Talu Island located in Bangsaphan, Prachuapkhirikhan 2 hours from Hua Hin as a heaven for me.  Its shallow diving spot makes this island one of the most beautiful of a rich marine life.

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Khao Wang, Hua Hin

NO FAR AWAY FROM HUA HIN !! AND A PLACE MUST VISIT !!! CHECK IT OUT !!

This 92-metre hillock on the northern approach to Phetchaburi provincial capital (some 36 kilometres north of Cha-am), supports the Phra Nakhon Khiri palace constructed in 1860 by King Rama IV (King Mongkut). Phetchaburi residents refer to it as Khao Wang, literally Palace Hill.

The style is mainly European with some Thai and Chinese influences. Sitting on three peaks the temple of Wat Phra Khew is to the east; the main stupa of Phra That Chom Phet in the middle and the residential Grand Palace to the west.

Both Kings Rama IV & V used the palace at their leisure and to entertain their visitors. After the death of King Rama V it was used less and less and sadly slipped into a state of decay. In 1935 it was registered as a national monument by the Fine Arts Department and was restored to be a National Museum and National Park. Open daily 9am-4pm it can be conveniently reached by funicular railway round-trip 40 Baht. Once at the top entrance to the Museum is 30 Baht for foreigners and 10 Baht for Thais. 

It is an excellent half-day excursion and takes a couple of hours to walk the path linking the three peaks. The views are spectacular.