Hua Hin beach and Beaches Local to Hua Hin
Hua Hin has 5 beaches that you can easily reach from the city center. One of the most famous ones is Cha-am beach that you actually pass (when coming from Bangkok) before you reach Hua Hin. The distance from Hua Hin to Cha Am is around 28 kilometers. Cha Am has a long beach front where there are many restaurants and shops selling all kinds of seafood but also other things. Also, in Cha Am you can do a lot of activities including all kinds of water sports like Jet Skiing or surfing. Cha-am is popular among young local people coming from Bangkok and it is a very nice beach to be at.
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| Name: Hua Hin beach |
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Stretches some 7 kilometers from the town center to Khao Takiab. It remains little developed compared to other Thai resorts and considering its size you can always find a quiet little spot. Its name (Hua Hin – head stone) is derived from the rock formations that can be seen on the beach in front of the Sofitel Central Hotel. For those who are a little more adventurous, pony rides can be taken and for those simply relaxing there are plenty of deck chairs, sun loungers and beach umbrellas available for a small hourly charge.
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| Name: Khao Tao |
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Has a beautiful, secluded little bay around 20 kilometers south of Hua Hin. Its deserted beach and delightful seaside restaurants make it a great venue for a day out of town where you can relax with good local food and a swim in the ocean. You can take the local bus to the signposted turn off Petchkasem Road, then get a motorcycle taxi or charter a tuk-tuk to take you all the way to the local beaches of Had Sai Yai and Had Sai Noi.
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| Name: Cha-am beach |
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| Is around 28 kilometers north of Hua Hin. The beach road is lined on one side with local vendors selling everything from seashells to grilled squid and on the other a row of trees, the beach and ocean. It is very quiet and relaxing during the week and gets busy at weekends with locals from the city enjoying themselves on the beach. You can have a blast on a jet ski, take a ride on the banana boat or simply relax in the shade of a tree by the ocean. Cha-am has retained its traditional ambience and popularity with locals and visitors. |
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| Name: Khao Takiab beach |
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| Chopstick hill can be seen some 7 kilometers south of Hua Hin, the hill has a temple at the top and troops of monkeys that can be fed, for this reason it is also often referred to as 'Monkey Mountain'. The beach at Khao Takiap is actually better behind the hill at Blue Wave where there are big expanses of beach and calm shallow waters ideal for children. Locals sometimes play football, volleyball and takraw on the wide flat sands of Khao Takiap beach. Green songtaews (twin benched pickup with a roof!) run frequently to Khao Takiab from town for 10 Baht, and a motorcycle taxi should cost no more than 50 Baht |
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| Name: Suan Son |
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| Is further south of town, approximately 15 kilometers. It is named after the numerous pine trees that fringe the beach. This is a popular spot for locals and you'll be hard pushed to see other westerners. The beach is wide and uncluttered and the ocean clear and inviting. |
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| Name: Khao Kalok |
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| Is a bit of a mission to get to but well worth it. Drive to Pranburi and head towards Paknampran then take the second major turning on the right (not the Sam Roi Yod one). Follow this road for about 10km and make a right at the t-junction, follow the road round and follow the signs, it takes about 30 minutes. There is a long beach with a concentration of good restaurants at the end, also has a large rock outcrop with a hole through it that shelters part of the beach (there are always Thais hiding under it). |
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| Name: Phu Noi |
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(Sam Roi Yod) is around 40 minutes drive away. As before drive to Pranburi, left at the lights and right at the first main turnoff. Follow the road straight for about 15km and turn left when you reach the big temple at Phu Noi. This road leads down to the beach. Not the best beach in the area but there are plenty of guesthouses and restaurants along the beach road where you can stop for a bite to eat. There are better beaches further into the National Park. |
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| Name: Ao Manao |
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| (Prachuab) has got to be one of the favourite spots. It takes 45 minutes, drive to Prachuab, turn off towards the city and follow the English signs to Ao Manao, takes you through the city, over a runway and into an army base. When you see the colour of the water here you'll think you're on the Andaman. Very popular with Thais and very few westerners here, the beach is great, ideal for kids (although does get jellys in the season) and loads of food options. No better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. |
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| Name: Ban Krut |
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| Is a small coastal town around 45 minutes drive south of Prachuab. It is sign posted off the main highway and takes a further 20 minutes or so to get to the beach. There are a number of resorts along the long stretch of golden beach and the area is very popular with Thais, expecially at the weekends and holidays. Probably too far to go for a day out but it makes a great little break for a night away by the beach. |
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| Name: Bangsaphan |
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| Only 20 minutes from Ban Krut. There are a few expats living in this small, quiet town and it also is popular with locals. Accommodation options are somewhat limited but there is one three star resort there and a number of beach bungalows. There is even a little beach bar to while away the hours nursing a cold beer and watching the tide come in. Other attractions near Bangsaphan include Koh Talu, a small island. |
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Name: Chumphon
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| Two and a half hours drive south of Hua Hin brings you to Chumphon. First and nearest real Diving Location. We recommend to book a trip from Cabana Resort, if you wantb to dive, also nice place to stay over. The main long beach with golden sands and crystal clear seas is located around 15km north of the city. Follow the signs to the Cabana resort to get to the beach. There is also a senic road that runs along the coast from Bangsapan. Accommodation options are many, it seems that the Cabana has the monopoly (it certainly does on the web) but there are several guesthouses and resorts to choose from along the beach. Most of them are terrible, Cabana Resort is the best! Diving and snorkelling trips can be taken out to the islands of Koh Ngam Yai and Koh Ngam Noi 45 minutes away and you can also take the Lomprayah or standard ferry to Koh Tao from town. There are more good beaches further south of Chumphon. |
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