If you are here then I’m certain you’ve also heard a thing or two about the never-ending tales of Hua Hin and its ever-buzzing streets, spreading across the globe like wildfire in the tourism space. But why is this so? What’s behind the sensation? Stick around for a while and you may find out.
Why Is Hua Hin Street Famous?
To begin with, the city of Hua Hin is an astonishing getaway travel destination perceived by many (including the locals) to be a romantic location designed for experiencing good times by the seaside. In the early days (about a century ago), people who lived here were the elites and royal family members who left behind numerous breathtaking seaside villas, houses, and a handful of getaway palaces on the streets of Hua Hin. All of these and a lot more are the igniting force behind the hype in the tourism space. Today, there are a handful of purpose-built modern-day villages, shopping malls, and scenic landscapes all of which are part of the driving force behind the sensation surrounding this beautiful town.
A trip to Hua Hin will take you back in time to experience what it would be and feel like living amongst kings, elites, and family members of royalties, among other experiences the streets of Hua Hin have to offer. Not far away from Bangkok, Thai locals and foreigners visit Hua Hin to leave behind the chaos of life and get lost in the illusions the city brings which is therapeutic in every sense.
Other driving forces behind the hype surrounding the streets of Hua Hin are the numerous activities a person can engage in either as a local or foreigner, activities such as taking culinary tours, walking tours, shopping in famous night markets, and experiencing the nightlife. Not to mention, Hua Hin is also a family-oriented travel destination, which is great for strengthening family bonds.
Culinary Tours
Take your taste buds for a joy ride through the best restaurants and bars in the streets of Hua Hin as there are lots of hot spots serving Instagram-worthy dishes, literally the taste of Thailand. Below is a list of the best restaurants on Hua Hin Street.
The Livanto Lifestyle Restaurant
Situated in the center of Hua Hin shopping street (Damnernkasem Rd), Livanto Lifestyle is a classy restaurant with a superb interior with wooden floors and furniture making it eco-friendly. Being modern and classy, it is matched by a variety of mouth-watering cuisines to pick from, all of which are made from both western and local Thai ingredients. If you happen to be shopping at Central Hua Hin Shopping Street, you’d be tempted to get a plate or two.
DAR Restaurant
Located at Takiab Village which is just 2.2 miles away from Hua Hin Beach, they serve a variety of healthy Asian seafood. Their special diets include vegan options, gluten-free options, and vegetarian-friendly options, so no matter what diet you could be on there’ll always be something yummy for you at the DAR Restaurant. They also do serve quite tasty drinks alongside meals. According to reviews, the overall experience is topnotch as they also offer outdoor seating, takeout, indoor seating, alcoholic drinks, beer, wine, family style, and a free parking lot. They operate on a cash-only principle.
The Manson Valley Wine Bar
This is a traveler’s choice restaurant. It is located on the second floor of the Villa Market, Phet Kasem Rd in proximity to Hua Hin Beach. Here they serve both European and local Thai dishes some of which are fried rice with prawns, spinach, etc. vegetarian-friendly dishes are served as a special diet including other meals alongside different kinds of drinks. They also do have a bar.
Some of the best features include home delivery, reservations, outdoor and indoor seating, takeout, free parking, a fully stocked bar serving both wine and beer, free Wi-Fi, superb table service, etc. Unlike the DAR Restaurant, they do accept credit cards and cash as well.
Vana Nava Restaurant & Sky Bar
The Vana Nava Restaurant is also a traveler’s choice with a 5-star rating having over 518 reviews. Situated in Petchkasem Rd, the design elements of this spot are softwood and a variety of other elegant details. What sets this restaurant aside from the rest is that they offer a special space for dinners of different caliber – from sundowners to Sunday brunches. They organize late-night parties with really good DJs. The spaces in this restaurant present natural elegant views with curtain walls horizontally stretching across the horizon. The cocktail mixologists are quite impressive with turning drinks into fine art under the supervision of a professional mixology consultant.
The features of the Vana Nava Restaurant & Bar include but are not limited to outdoor and indoor seating, reservations, high bar chairs, free parking, wheelchair-accessible, fully packed bar, table service, live music, wine, and beer.
Devasom Hua Hin Resort
Preferred by many because of its friendly staff and great services, the Devasom Hua Hin resort is a stylish restaurant that creates a quiet and comfortable atmosphere that allows customers to relax while or after they enjoy their meal. They offer a variety of Asian, Thai, and European cuisines and also some vegetarian options. It is the only restaurant on this list that serves tea. The wine and well-prepared seafood are delicious and worth trying. It has a rating of 4.7 stars from a handful of Google users which indicates it is popular and amazing.
It is located at Petchkasem Rd and opens from 7 am.
Amber Kitchen
This list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the famous Amber Kitchen. Here, they serve Thai, international, European, and vegetarian cuisines. This dining restaurant has its buffet divided into several zones with each having its own unique identity. They also do have live cooking kitchens. Some like to describe Amber Kitchen as a fresh, home-style kitchen that is inviting and relaxing. They serve a variety of dishes such as seafood, pasta, sashimi, grilled seafood, beef, cheese, meat, and soup.
Situated at Hua Hin Marriott Resort and Spa, their open hours begin at 6:30 am and close at 11 pm.
The Best Bars and Clubs On Hua Hin Street
The streets of Hua Hin are also famous for the nightlife it offers to both foreigners and Thai locals. However, we all can agree on the fact that bars and clubs contribute quite a lot to the liveliness of nightlife.
In tune with the tales of Hua Hin streets, the bars and clubs are worth exploring after dining with friends, and as such below is a list of the best bars and clubs you can find. However, the nightlife in Hua Hin is focused on the neighborhood of Soi Bintabaht (easily accessible from Hua Hin beach) as it is home to most of the bars in this city. Soi Bintabaht is a tourist-inclined area heavily packed with different types of bars; from sports, bars to live music bars, pubs, massage parlors, and restaurants.
Le Bar Hua Hin
Previously known as Le Bar Francais, this is a classy bar with a reputation for housing the most premium wine collections in Hua Hin, and also creating comfortable and romantic atmospheres that make a person’s evening perfect. The best wine and good cigars brands in the world can be found in Le Bar Hua Hin, as well as juices, cocktails, beers, and even tapas.
Bar Indigo
Bar Indigo is unique in every way. Situated on Naepkhehat Rd, It has a well-decorated interior with good wooden furniture. Here is where you can take a break from the nearby bustling Soi Bintabaht. The experience, feeling, and environment are distinctive. And aside from drinks they also do serve good foods with drinks such as beers and cocktails. You can relax while listening to good lounge music playing in the background. They serve coffee too with operational hours from 7 am to 1 am.
Living Room Bistro and Wine Bar
This is a beachfront restaurant with a wooden antique bar and an alfresco setting featuring a variety of cuisines and drinks to choose from. Living Room Bistro and Wine Bar is situated in Dumrongratch Rd of Soi 51, Hua Hin with a usual operational hour from 11 am to 9 pm. This timing is perfect for a hangout and dinner spot for a group of friends or couples before transiting to more vibrant nightlife locations as most of them in Hua Hin have operational hours from 9 pm.
X – Club
This is typically a nice spot to hang out with friends and have fun at night, and also be an avenue to meet new and exciting people. Located at Poon Suk road, it is a modern-day club with operational hours beginning from 5 pm to 2 am. Their sound system is topnotch and they aim at creating an atmosphere for entertainment with aid of lights, sound systems, good DJs, and a pool table.
The Blue Monkey
Compared to other bars in Hua Hin, this is the largest with an atmosphere like that of a club. Blue Monkey is one of those clubs preferred by the younger crowd. College students from different universities and also young tourists come to this bar to have good times. From Hip Hop to trap music are played by really good in-house DJs. Blue Monkey has a beer pong, a dance floor, and a pool table.
Situated in Prachuap Khiri Khan, it is 40 meters away from the X-club, and its operational hours begin from 9 pm to 12 am.
Murphy’s Irish Bar and Grill
This is the best bar in Hua Hin that serves authentic Irish cuisines, just as the name suggests. The Murphy’s Irish Bar is quite popular and well-known for the drinks and food they serve, the likes of Dublin-brewed Guinness, wines, liquors, cocktails, and original traditional Irish Cuisine. Just like most bars, they organize live music performances and sporting events.
Situated in Prachuap Khiri Khan, their operational hours begin from 7 am to 2 am.
The Game On Bar
Experience the best nightlife as a bachelor in the Game On Bar. This is a fun pub for sports and has comfortable seats in a spacious pavilion, large screen TVs for movies or sports viewing, a game console, beer pong, and a pool table. They also do have guest rooms for rent. Also, you can opt-in for a thrilling drinking experience and a climax massage next door. The Game On Bar is also located at Prachuap Khiri Khan at Selakam Alley, with operational hours beginning from 11 am to 1 am.
White Lotus Rooftop Bar
This is a couple-themed bar located at the Hua Hin Resort and Spa, exactly on the 17th floor. This rooftop bar has quite a romantic feel and for sure is one of the best places in Hua Hin to watch the sunset and experience nature in its purest form. Just like the Living Room Bistro and Wine Bar, this also has alfresco seating with comfortable sofas and stools from where the breath-taking panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and gulf of Thailand can be well appreciated while sipping a glass of wine.
The White Lotus Rooftop Bar is situated in Naresdamri Rd, Prachuap Khiri Khan, with operational hours beginning from 5:30 pm to 11:30 pm.
Shopping In Hua Hin Streets
The shopping experience in Hua Hin is top notch and this pretty much contributes a whole lot to the fame of Hua Hin Street as it is one of the most sought-after activities by travelers from different parts of the world.
From boutique craft shops along the streets of Hua Hin to local markets are the best places to go on a shopping spree. In the shopping avenues of this city, you can find exceptionally useful crafts, antiques, or vintage items always available and at good prices. Because Hua Hin offers one of the best beachside experiences people often go shopping for beach wear and other accessories at boutiques.
Below are some of the best places to go shopping in Hua Hin
Cicada Market
The Cicada Market is one of a kind as it is the first throughout Hua Hin to entirely focus on art merchandise. It is divided into four sections, offering everything that has to do with art, from sculptures to hand-made crafts, home accessories, and paintings.
What’s more captivating about the Cicada market is the landscaped garden where dance performances and live music take place on the evenings of Friday and Saturday. There’s no difference between chilling at the Cicada market and on the beach, only that the market is more colorful with a little bit of festivity. It is open to the public only at weekends.
Market Village
This is the first extensive market in Hua Hin. It is a huge shopping center with an entertainment complex housing a food hall and a multiplex cinema, which in turn makes it a convenient location to shop and eat with family and friends. The market village features top-tier international brands distributed across three floors.
Hua Hin Night Market
If you are in it for the food and tasty cocktails then the night market of Hua Hin is a place you want to be. This is at the top of the chain in terms of the driving force behind the coastal town’s fame and sensation. Here you can find anything, from pieces of jewelry to funky lams, beachwear, crafts, and even Buddhist tokens.
Close by you will find an indoor market called Chatchai Market. Unlike the night market, they only operate during the day and sell fresh produce like flowers, seafood, and textiles.
Khomapatr
The Khomapatr market has been around for quite a long time (since 1949) and is just focused on selling cotton and laces. They are quite colorful and attractive and would be impossible not to take note of when arriving at the spot. These cotton products are of hand-printed patterns and are one of the country’s oldest and most popular brands. Pha Kiao fabric is a must-buy, in the early days, they were mostly worn by royal conveyors. Today, these products are improvised for fashionistas.
Conclusion
Hua Hin street is quite famous for a lot of reasons. From once being a home town to only a select few such as kings, queens, family members of royalties, and the elites, to a flourishing tourism destination favored by many tourists from different parts of the world who come to explore and experience the nature of Hua Hin. Other major experiences responsible for fuelling the hype and sensation around this town are, as earlier mentioned, the shopping experience, beautiful scenery, bars and clubs, and nightlife.
As a solo traveler, couple, or family, there is so much to see and explore in this part of the world that will make you want to consider being a citizen of Thailand to never leave. And the fun part is, that all of these experiences are quite affordable and easily accessible. If you do someday visit the streets of Hua Hin, make sure you visit the best bars, clubs, restaurants, and markets, and experience the nightlife.
