Hua Hin is just under 280 km to the South of Bangkok or about 3 hours by bus, 4 hours by train. It is the oldest beach resort in Thailand, but is still very popular. Beautiful sea and almost clean white sand of hua hin beach combined with a relaxed tranquil atmosphere make this an ideal holiday destination for tourists and Thai people alike.

As I have recently returned from Hua Hin, I can safely say It's a nice place, good food, nice beaches, friendly people, good nightlife, and clean with little traffic. I highly recommend it for a weeks break.

Hua Hin town was originally known as Ban Samoe Rieng, or Ban Laem Hin (Stony Point Village). The construction of a railway station in the city as part of the Southern Railroad in the reign of King Rama VI resulted in making Hua Hin stand out from many quite fishing villages. What really changed Hua Hin's importance and status was the construction of the Summer Palace of King Rama VII which totally transformed the village into a high-society resort town for royalty. Even today, the Royal Family continues to reside at the Palace for part of the year.

Today, Hua Hin is a well-established beach destination with word-class facilities coupled with a true sense of Thai hospitality. Despite its expansive growth and development as a luxurious destination, the splendor of Hua Hin remains intact. Remaining content in itself, Thailand's oldest seaside resort has never sought international recognition. It has continued to provide a peaceful and relaxed sanctuary in a picturesque environment that comes with a true sense of historical identity. It's a great place to stay and unwind, close enough to Bangkok, but far enough away to relax at your own pace.

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