Being a loveable beachside resort town, Hua Hin has grown to become one of the most preferred travel destinations in Thailand. In the past, this region was reserved for only the elites and persons of royalty, which is one of the reasons why it is often perceived to be a city that would cost a fortune to visit. And because this historic city is dominated by exotic sites, luxurious resorts, hotels, spas, and restaurants, people often wonder how much it would cost to spend at least a week.
How Much Money do I Need for a Week in Hua Hin?
Eliminating the cost of a flight and other transportation methods, a 7-day trip to Hua Hin full of luxury and comfort will cost an overage of 107,283 Thai Baht ($3000) per traveler. Per couple, that will be 214,623 Thai Baht ($6000). For a family of four, it will cost around 529,246 Thai Baht ($12,000).
An average budget for a 7-day trip to Hua Hin would cost at least 18,000 Thai Baht ($504) per traveler. It would cost 35,993 Thai Baht ($1,008) per couple, and 71,011 Thai Baht ($2,016) for a family of four persons.
A low-budget 7-day trip to Hua Hin would cost at least 15,000 Thai Baht per traveler, which is the equivalent of $438. Per couple, it would cost at least 31,294 Thai baht ($876). On average, it will cost 62,570 Thai Baht ($1,752) for a family of four to spend a week in Hua Hin.
The main factors responsible for the amount you will spend as a traveler visiting Hua Hin for at least seven days or even more are food, accommodation, and transportation. Other factors may include the activities you wish to engage in, which may include shopping, trips and excursions, site seeing, and even relaxing at the beach.
How Much Does an Accommodation cost in Hua Hin?
Before traveling to any location on the map, it is important that you first make arrangements for accommodation. In Hua Hin, affordable accommodations can be seen throughout the city. For as low as 345 Thai Baht ($10) you can rent two rooms in a guesthouse for a night. However, instead of an air-conditioner, you will get either a ceiling or standing fan, and the majority of these rooms share bathrooms. These guesthouses can easily be seen in basic locations. If your budget for the night is 690 Thai Baht ($20), chances are you can secure a better room in a favorable location. For hotel rooms and semi-luxurious apartments with up-to-date facilities and amenities, you’d want to budget an average of 1,140 Thai Baht ($33) per night. An all-out luxurious apartment can cost as much as 3,455 Thai Baht ($100). Although the cost of some apartments can be as high as 26,000 Thai Baht ($755).
In Hua Hin, the best places you can secure comfortable and affordable accommodation are:
- Bo Fai
- Hua Hin Central
- Cha-Am
- Pranburi
- Khao Takiab
Bo Fai
This is an ideal location for tourists. Bo Fai is one of the many resort areas in Hua Hin with proximity to the Hua Hin Airport and Hua Hin Central. It is typically a residential area with a touch of Thai architecture. Here, you will find high-end hotels and resorts perfect for short and long stays. Bo Fai is also an ideal location for ex-pats looking to rent a home.
The dining and nightlife scenes of Bo Fai are fairly robust, this is due to a large number of Thai locals and ex-pats who live here. You can also find standard golf courses around the neighborhood.
Ranging from the cheapest hostels to mid-range and family-oriented hotels, the best establishments you can find in Bo Fai are:
- Must Room Hua Hin
- Bankaina
- Hataara
- Nilawan Guest House Hua Hin
- The Serenity Hua Hin
- The Hideaway Resort
- White Sand Beach Hotel
- Movenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin
Hua Hin Central
If the activity you look forward to experiencing during your stay in Hua Hin is the nightlife, then Hua Hin Central is where you want to be. In the city center, you will find a handful of hotels perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, and travelers on a budget. Hua Hin Central is an ideal location for tourists who are in search of more than beachside experiences. Other options include restaurants, spas, pubs, bars, and night markets. Being in the heart of Hua Hin, Hua Hin Central still has proximity to the beach with beachfront hotels.
Ranging from the cheapest hostels to mid-range and family-oriented hotels, the best establishments you can find in Hua Hin Central are:
- Hua Hin Night Market Hostel
- The Moon Hostel Hua Hin
- Cloud 9 Hotel Hua Hin
- Thipurai City Hotel
- Mod Guesthouse
- Sukkasem Guesthouse
- Fresh Inn Hotel
- City Beach Resort
- Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa
Cha-Am
By far, this is the most family-oriented neighborhood in Hua Hin. It is located north of central Hua Hin and is famously known for being the home to one of the best family-oriented beaches and resorts. Although these beaches have proximity to the country’s capital Bangkok, they aren’t often crowded. This attribute makes this neighborhood the perfect quiet and peaceful getaway destination.
Unlike Hua Hin Central, Cha-Am lacks nightlife and restaurants. But this is complemented by the vast choice of hotels and resorts. Because fishing is a vital part of the economy in Cha-Am, seafood is mostly on the menu of the few restaurants you can find here. You will also find a handful of fishing boats. One of the major attractions of this area is the Royal Summer Home, which is always open to the public.
Ranging from the cheapest hostels to mid-range and family-oriented hotels, the best establishments you can find in Cha-Am are:
- Magic House Hostel
- Thalay Cha-Am by THA
- Bluemoon Hotel
- Baan Sang Chan Hotel
- Sun Marina Cha-Am
- Baan Thew Lom
- Banlansuan Resort
- Raya Resort Cha-Am
- Veranda Resort Hua Hin
Pranburi
Pranburi is another resort area farther down south of Hua Hin. Just like Cha-Am, this is a quiet location perfect for persons who prefer a quiet staycation, with a flair of adventure as there is a nearby National Park (Khao Sam Roi Yot). 30 km away from central Hua Hin, Pranburi is truly a remote area.
The majority of luxurious travelers always go with private villas and five-star resorts on breathtaking beaches. There are also a few budget-friendly accommodation options within Pranburi. There are only a few options for shopping, dining, and nightlife.
Ranging from the cheapest hostels to mid-range and family-oriented hotels, the best establishments you can find in Pranburi are:
- Rider Bedroom Hostel & Café
- Bann Aom Boutique Pranburi
- The House at Pranburi
- The Hillside Pranburi Resort
- Baccus Home Resort
- Nam Talay Resort
- Waterside Resort
- The Mansion Hua Hin
- Tanaosri Resort & Spa
- Huaplee Lazy Beach
- Evason Hua Hin
Khao Takiab
Khao Takiab is a small fishing neighborhood 10km south of Hua Hin. As small as it may seem, it is favored by a lot of luxurious travelers. Here is where you will find the popular monkey mountain and the Buddhist temple (Wat Khao Takiab) where travelers and locals go to explore the amazing surroundings.
If you look forward to experiencing the nightlife of Hua Hin then Khao Takiab isn’t the place for you. Compared to other neighborhoods on this list, Khao Takiab is a bit difficult to reach. Because of this, it is a more reserved and quieter part of Hua Hin. Although it is a small village, it comprises beach huts, middle-range and luxurious resorts, and beach huts. Khao Takiab resorts are picture-perfect. But with just a limited amount of restaurants, most meals will be eaten at hotels and resorts.
Ranging from the cheapest hostels to mid-range and family-oriented hotels, the best establishments you can find in Khao Takiab are:
- Lunar Hut Resort
- Hua Hin Blue Wave Beach Resort
- Taylor’s Guesthouse
- Supatra Hua Hin Resort
- First Choice Suites by the Sea
- Nern Chalet Beachfront Hotel
- The Restro
- Banyan The Resort, Hua Hin
- The Yana Villas Hua Hin
- Chalay Monta
How Much Does Food & Drinks Cost in Hua Hin?
When visiting Hua Hin on a budget, the roadside food vendor automatically becomes your go-to source for daily meals. This is because they are the least expensive food servers in the city, and for as low as 56.61 Thai Baht ($1.64) you can purchase a bowl of noodles soup with a bottle of soda. For all the fancy meals, you can always visit seaside restaurants for Insta-worthy plates of steak and lobsters coupled with a fancy bottle of western wine. Such meals do go for about 6,904 Thai Baht ($200) per plate. The local dishes in Hua Hin often cost way lesser than the fancy western dishes. The majority of Thai restaurants in Hua Hin often price their food and drinks from 172.68 Thai Baht ($5) to 448.9 Thai Baht ($13).
The cost of a bottle of wine in most bars and pubs in Hua Hin cost around 1,139 Thai Baht ($33), while cocktails cost between 172.60 Thai Baht ($5) to 244.6 Thai Baht ($10). A large bottle of beer in Hua Hin cost around 79.46 Thai Baht ($2.3) to 113.3 Thai Baht (3.28). Do note that different beer companies have set different prices for their products. However, some of them offer happy hours or two-for-one deals.
The Best Spots to Eat and Drink in Hua Hin
It would be unfair to go through the prices of food and drinks in Hua Hin without mentioning some of the best restaurants and bars where travelers like yourself can have a good time for the 7 days you intend to stay.
Night Market & Sa Song Road
The night market is the hub for most of the delicious Thai delicacies in west Phetkasem. This night market can be seen along Dechanuchit Road (also known as Soi 72), it opens around 5 pm and closes late in the night. Mouth-watering walk-and-eat food stalls like Kebabs, pork skewers, mango with sticky coconut rice, corn-on-the-cob, and a lot more can be found in this location alongside sit-down restaurants serving seafood. Here, food comes in massive portions and at reasonable prices because competition is stiff. However, to the majority, the beer towers and the lively atmosphere are the main attractions.
You can also find a variety of authentic and cheap Chinese and Thai options in this area not just at night, but during the day. A good old-fashioned vegan food (ahaan jay) shop is also present to make the vegetarians not feel left out. This shop serves meat substitutes with rice, stir-fries, and tasty curries at the corner of Liab Tang Rod Fai and Dachanuchit roads. You can find them there in the morning till late afternoon. The method of purchase here is order by pointing because not much English is spoken here.
Just by the corner of Damnern Kasem and Sa Song roads, you will find a boat noodle joint that serves delectable pork noodle soup. Their open hours begin in the morning and end late in the afternoon. You might end up ordering two or three bowls to fill up as they are small and cheap. You can also find lots of affordable local-style roasted duck and noodle shops all over Sa Song road.
Soi Nares Damri & Surroundings
These neighborhoods belong to Central Hua Hin and the majority of restaurants in this area mostly serve monotonous Thai food and price western foods at insane rates. However, a few spots do stand out, and Saeng Thai Seafood is an obvious choice in this location. It is situated near the fishing pier and is quite popular for serving Thai specialties such as whole mackerel with shrimp paste, nam prik kapi kap pla-tuu, steamed veggies, and Thai omelet. You will also find typical selections like steamed mussels and whole barbecued fish. The atmosphere at Soi Nares Damri and its surroundings are lively. However, if you are looking for a more laid-back spot, you should check out Moon Terrace.
The seaside Brasserie de Paris is an ideal spot for a romantic experience. It is located at the northern end of Soi Nares and serves a well-prepared sole fillet with coriander and lime, fois-gra-stuffed chicken, and lobster bisque among other delicacies. Here, you can also find decent wine options that go with set menus.
On the opposite side of Brasserie de Paris is a great little bistro called Fat Cat. They offer affordable wine and steaks coupled with live jazz performances on most nights. Next to Fat Cat is the Ye Olde Bufallo Tervern. It is an English pub/bar focused on serving pub grub such as fish, chips, burgers, and beer. Although the food is mediocre and the prices are fairly high, it is always packed with people because of the lively atmosphere.
Soi 51 and its Surroundings
Situated in Northern Hua Hin, the atmosphere of these areas is more relaxing when compared to the night market and Nares Damri. This location is quite popular and caters to both Thai locals and tourists seeking to spend the holidays here. This implies that they are a variety of settings serving excellent Thai food.
You Yen Balcony is recognized as one of the best restaurants in Hua Hin. It is located at Naeb Kehardt Road, Soi 51. It overlooks the sea and is best known for serving both Chinese and Thai dishes such as delicious chili pastes with steamed veggies, century eggs, fried soft-shell crab, and incredibly tasty slow-roasted meat curried. They also offer wine, liquor, beer, coffee, and baked goods as well as an American-style burger grill which includes sliders and patties made of beef. The prices of foods here are fairly high, ranging from 100 to 900 Thai Baht ($2.94 to $26.46).
An alternative to You Yen Balcony is Baan Rashnee, located at the Hua Hin Silk Village. This spot is primarily focused on serving royal Thai cuisine. Note, royal Thai cuisines do not include bones, pits, or shells, and are prepared and served with careful attention to detail. Highlights include red curry with a fair amount of crabmeat and slow-roasted lamb massaman. Although the levels of spice are toned down for western taste, the flavors are exceptional.
Also in Soi 51 is the makeshift Isaan eatery. It comes to life only on Saturdays and Sundays and on the beach. Here, you can treat yourself, friends, or loved ones to grilled meats, authentic salads, and sticky rice. This spot is often flooded with eager Thai locals and at a first glance, might appear intimidating, but everyone is warmly welcome.
Conclusion
The amount of money needed for a 7-day staycation in Hua Hin depends on your budget. And whichever category you find yourself in as a tourist/traveler, either low-budget, average, or luxurious, there’ll always be something in Hua Hin for you. As seen in this article, accommodation, feeding, and transportation are quite affordable. These are the factors bound to affect your travel budget when visiting Hua Hin. If you wish to engage in tourist-like activities such as site-seeing, shopping, and others, you may need more than the usual amount of funds.
