Location
Located just 280 kilometres southwest of Bangkok, Hua Hin is one of Thailand’s most popular beach destinations for locals and Expats alike. It is convenient and ever developing because it is where the city meets the sea. Here you will find scrumptious seafood, lively markets, never-sleeping bars, long beaches, and palm tree-decorated landscapes which have turned this former fishing enclave into a what is now a bustling town, brimming with anything and everything a visitor, tourist, or traveler could ever want!
Accommodation & Food
About the Accommodation
Our centre is located in the hilly countryside of Prachuap Khiri Khan province amidst green surroundings. The accommodation consists of spacious rooms. There is a common area with a refrigerator, hammocks and a large communal swimming pool for you to chill. View photos in our Hua Hin accommodation album.
Available Room Types
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Standard Room
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Private Room
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Comfort Room
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All meals included
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Yes *
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Yes *
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Yes *
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Free beverages
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Yes **
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Yes **
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Yes **
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Persons per room
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4
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1-4
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1-2
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Wifi in public areas
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Laundry facilities
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Yes ***
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Yes ***
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Yes ***
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Safety box
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Lockable rooms
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Yes ****
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Yes ****
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Yes ****
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Hot shower
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Private bathroom
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Bed linen
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Western toilet
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Towels
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No
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No
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Yes
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Mosquito protection
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Fan
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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Air conditioning
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Yes ******
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Yes *****
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Yes
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* 3 meals on weekdays, 2 on weekends
** Water, coffee, tea at the accommodation
*** You can hand wash for free, or PAY to use on-site machines or to take it to the local laundrette
**** Bring your own padlock (a slim one, so it fits through the zipper)
***** At extra cost
****** Air con will be available from 20:00-08:00
Food Arrangements
All the meals served inside the accommodation are homestyle, vegetarian-friendly and you can expect that they will be typically Thai, including plenty of rice or noodle dishes with vegetables and occasionally some meat will be provided as well, along with seasonal fruits for dessert.
While we do our best to accommodate our participants, what we provide for most meals is local cuisine. If you are a picky eater, have dietary restrictions, or if you think that you will not be satisfied with the local dishes provided, you might want to consider supplementing our menu with your own western type foods and snacks that are more to your liking. From our accommodation and you can use our bikes to ride to a few convenience stores nearby. Please keep in mind that refrigerator space is limited and to prevent insect infestation open food items are not allowed in the rooms.
Facilities
Most of your day will be spent in Hua Hin city centre, where all amenities can be found.
Mandatory Orientation Day
On the Monday of your first week at this location, you will join our orientation day, to familiarise you with the surroundings as well as local culture. Your program will continue as usual from Tuesday onward throughout the rest of the week.
Schedule
- Introduction meeting, House rules, Setting Expectations, Health and Safety Advice and handling of documents
- Thai Do’s and Don’ts, Thai Culture Lessons and Thai Language Lessons
- Tour around the compound and local area where to find local shops, and arrange a sim-card if necessary
- Visit a famous Buddhist temple nearby
- Lunch
- Visit the beach
Activities & Events
Tuesday Evening
You will go to the night market in Hua Hin city. Try some of the delicious local food that is freshly cooked and instantly served to you. Taste a variety of inexpensive street food.
Wednesday Evening
You will go to the night market in Hua Hin city. Try some of the delicious local food that is freshly cooked and instantly served to you. Taste a variety of inexpensive street food.
Friday Evening
You will go to the Cicada Market, a colourful night market offering freshly cooked food from different shopkeepers. Look around the many art exhibitions, see the local handmade products and souvenirs which are very attractive and listen to live music featuring local artists.
Sights & Surroundings
Hua Hin is a lively fisherman-town and popular tourist destination, and it has a lot to offer besides just sunbathing, snorkelling and swimming at its golden beaches. Not only are there plenty of seafood restaurants and other eateries to choose from, but visitors can also enjoy golf, spas, shops, markets (including a popular night market), and Hua Hin’s Vana Nava water park.
You might also consider visiting Khao Tekiab, a mountain at the end of the beach with a temple atop that overlooks the beach.
Hua Hin is also surrounded by beautiful national parks and you might decide to go slightly further afield to explore the likes of the Pa La-U Waterfall, located 60 km west of Hua Hin in the south side of the Kaeng Krachan National Park. Alternatively, 45 km to the south of Hua Hin is the mystical Phraya Nakhon cave for the more adventurous!