Guidebook for Cha-am

Rebecca
Guidebook for Cha-am

Food Scene

Chao Lay is set on the seaside at the old fishermen's village in Hua Hin Market, Known for its hearty seafood and fresh ingredients. Recommended dishes include grilled scallops with butter and garlic, steamed prawn with curry mousse and coconut milk served in young coconut, stir fried crab in curry sauce, stir fried seafood green curry and baked clams in white wine. Open daily from 10:00 to 22:00
Chao Lay Seafood Restaurant
Chao Lay is set on the seaside at the old fishermen's village in Hua Hin Market, Known for its hearty seafood and fresh ingredients. Recommended dishes include grilled scallops with butter and garlic, steamed prawn with curry mousse and coconut milk served in young coconut, stir fried crab in curry sauce, stir fried seafood green curry and baked clams in white wine. Open daily from 10:00 to 22:00
It is near Soi 39. It is also just past the King's Summer Palace (Klai Kangwon, which means "far from worries") and a supermarket called Golden Place which has a very good and reasonably priced Blind Massage and fruit vendors nearby. They sell very good breads, all types of baked goods (including meat pies), hot soups, made to order sandwiches and some cheeses and deli meats. Good for breakfast or lunch or a late afternoon snack. Very good lattes, etc also.
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The Baguette Cha-am 2016
29-31 Thanon Phet Kasem
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It is near Soi 39. It is also just past the King's Summer Palace (Klai Kangwon, which means "far from worries") and a supermarket called Golden Place which has a very good and reasonably priced Blind Massage and fruit vendors nearby. They sell very good breads, all types of baked goods (including meat pies), hot soups, made to order sandwiches and some cheeses and deli meats. Good for breakfast or lunch or a late afternoon snack. Very good lattes, etc also.
It is a chocolate facory and have fun for adults and kids. We can see how they make the chocolate and they also have a beautiful restaurant with peaceful environment and nice music. They have international food with reasonable prices and yummy. Have to try the hot chocolate drink.
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The Chocolate Factory Huahin
4 Hua Hin 65
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It is a chocolate facory and have fun for adults and kids. We can see how they make the chocolate and they also have a beautiful restaurant with peaceful environment and nice music. They have international food with reasonable prices and yummy. Have to try the hot chocolate drink.

Shopping

Cicada Night Market and Tamarind Night Market Both markets are located beside each other but offer different vibes. Cicada Market is a famous attraction when night falls. Its charms lie in its vendors ranging from various food stalls and creative handmade stuff you will want to buy and take home. Stroll among stalls where artists are creating and selling their wares on the spot. Tamarind Market is more of a food market with a small range of fashion goods. The highlight is a small bar under a giant Tamarind tree featuring live music. Open every Friday and Saturday 16:00 to 23:00 and Sunday 16:00 to 22:00
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Chợ ve sầu Cicada
159 Soi Hua Tanon21
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Cicada Night Market and Tamarind Night Market Both markets are located beside each other but offer different vibes. Cicada Market is a famous attraction when night falls. Its charms lie in its vendors ranging from various food stalls and creative handmade stuff you will want to buy and take home. Stroll among stalls where artists are creating and selling their wares on the spot. Tamarind Market is more of a food market with a small range of fashion goods. The highlight is a small bar under a giant Tamarind tree featuring live music. Open every Friday and Saturday 16:00 to 23:00 and Sunday 16:00 to 22:00
The most famous market in Hua Hin Town is never short of visitors. Tourists and weekenders crowd the location at Dechanuchit Road which in the evening is transformed into a walking street. Food ranges from street treats to serious seafood. Famous names include Ni Ice Cream offering traditional coconut ice cream and mango sticky rice. Than Khun’s Saly Kapiwan (sweet shrimp paste), Pad Thai Mae Yai, Roti Meo Pook, Jay Kiew Tao dessert and Khai Mook seafood are also worth checking out. Make your way to the hidden gem of Chat Sila Market in old wooden houses located off the main street. The yard in front is home to a market with cool hand made trinkets and tee-shirts. Don’t leave without climbing to the second floor photo gallery displaying pictures of Hua Hin in the old days and other vintage stuff. Open daily from 18:00 to 23:00
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Chợ đêm lớn
39/11 ถนน ชมสินธุ์
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The most famous market in Hua Hin Town is never short of visitors. Tourists and weekenders crowd the location at Dechanuchit Road which in the evening is transformed into a walking street. Food ranges from street treats to serious seafood. Famous names include Ni Ice Cream offering traditional coconut ice cream and mango sticky rice. Than Khun’s Saly Kapiwan (sweet shrimp paste), Pad Thai Mae Yai, Roti Meo Pook, Jay Kiew Tao dessert and Khai Mook seafood are also worth checking out. Make your way to the hidden gem of Chat Sila Market in old wooden houses located off the main street. The yard in front is home to a market with cool hand made trinkets and tee-shirts. Don’t leave without climbing to the second floor photo gallery displaying pictures of Hua Hin in the old days and other vintage stuff. Open daily from 18:00 to 23:00
Known for Shopping Mall, Rainy Days, Late Nights, Groups, Families, Budget Friendly, Touristy Among the most upscale malls in town, Market Village is the real deal. There are over 150 shops for fashion clothing, I. T. products, jewelry shops, souvenir, pharmacy and all kinds of restaurants, including local and international chains, movie theater and bowling..Open Sunday to Thursday 10:30 to 21:00 and Friday to Saturday from 10:30 to 22:00.
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Market Village HuaHin
234/1 Thanon Phet Kasem
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Known for Shopping Mall, Rainy Days, Late Nights, Groups, Families, Budget Friendly, Touristy Among the most upscale malls in town, Market Village is the real deal. There are over 150 shops for fashion clothing, I. T. products, jewelry shops, souvenir, pharmacy and all kinds of restaurants, including local and international chains, movie theater and bowling..Open Sunday to Thursday 10:30 to 21:00 and Friday to Saturday from 10:30 to 22:00.
This sells furnishings for the home and office, household supplies, plus decorations and plants. Next door is the Villa Market; a higher end grocery (plus wines, and a butcher, etc) featuring many overseas products and breads, vegetables, fruits and more.
INDEX LIVING MALL
381 Soi Hua Hin 30
This sells furnishings for the home and office, household supplies, plus decorations and plants. Next door is the Villa Market; a higher end grocery (plus wines, and a butcher, etc) featuring many overseas products and breads, vegetables, fruits and more.
This new 5 star shopping center is to open October of 2016. It is opposite the Intercontinental Hotel.
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BLUPORT Hua Hin Resort Mall
89 Thanon Phet Kasem
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This new 5 star shopping center is to open October of 2016. It is opposite the Intercontinental Hotel.
Good values on Thai and European brand name clothing, shoes, bags, household goods and more. The outlet also has some food venues and a Thai snacks and honey, glassware, etc
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FN Outlet HuaHin
199 99 Phet Kasem Road
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Good values on Thai and European brand name clothing, shoes, bags, household goods and more. The outlet also has some food venues and a Thai snacks and honey, glassware, etc

Parks & Nature

Khao Sam Roi Yot, meaning 300 peaks in Thai, was Thailand’s first coastal national park and was founded in 1996. At approximately 99 square kilometers, the landscape of this national park is truly stunning, from the high limestone mountains to the plains and from the marshes to the fresh and sea water ponds, home to abundant marine life. With diverse ecology, Khao Sam Roi Yot contains an array of habitats. Highlight attractions include Phraya Nakhon Cave with its marvelous Khao Karuhas Pavilion. As it is situated underneath a giant hole, the natural light creates a stunning scene which is among the most iconic in all of Thai tourism. Other spots include Khao Daeng Viewpoint, where you have to climb to the top of a 157 meter peak to enjoy 180 degree views of the Gulf of Thailand. At sunset, hit Thung Sam Roi Yot Freshwater Marsh which is home to various wetland and water bird species you can hardly find anywhere else. The Wetlands at Sam Roi Yot are recognized by the World Conservation Union as being of crucial importance to the global environment.
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Khao Sam Roi Yot
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Khao Sam Roi Yot, meaning 300 peaks in Thai, was Thailand’s first coastal national park and was founded in 1996. At approximately 99 square kilometers, the landscape of this national park is truly stunning, from the high limestone mountains to the plains and from the marshes to the fresh and sea water ponds, home to abundant marine life. With diverse ecology, Khao Sam Roi Yot contains an array of habitats. Highlight attractions include Phraya Nakhon Cave with its marvelous Khao Karuhas Pavilion. As it is situated underneath a giant hole, the natural light creates a stunning scene which is among the most iconic in all of Thai tourism. Other spots include Khao Daeng Viewpoint, where you have to climb to the top of a 157 meter peak to enjoy 180 degree views of the Gulf of Thailand. At sunset, hit Thung Sam Roi Yot Freshwater Marsh which is home to various wetland and water bird species you can hardly find anywhere else. The Wetlands at Sam Roi Yot are recognized by the World Conservation Union as being of crucial importance to the global environment.

Essentials

Boathouse has 4 washing machines from 30 to 40 baht per one washing lot, 1 dryer which is 10 baht per 10 minutes. From the Boathouse office and you can buy the washing powder and laundry softener.
Boathouse Hua Hin
1500 Thanon Phet Kasem
Boathouse has 4 washing machines from 30 to 40 baht per one washing lot, 1 dryer which is 10 baht per 10 minutes. From the Boathouse office and you can buy the washing powder and laundry softener.
This is on Petchkasem Road and is about a 5 minute walk from the Boathouse. It has eggs, breads, microwavable meals,hot dogs and more. They also sell wine, beer and some spirits. They also sell cigarettes. It is open 24 hours and has ATM's there.
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Family Mart
1899 Thanon Phet Kasem
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This is on Petchkasem Road and is about a 5 minute walk from the Boathouse. It has eggs, breads, microwavable meals,hot dogs and more. They also sell wine, beer and some spirits. They also sell cigarettes. It is open 24 hours and has ATM's there.

Entertainment & Activities

Vana Nava is Asia's first water jungle. The water park has transformed the 20 rai property into the grandest water park with state of the art technology and modern facilities. Altogether there are 19 highly exciting rides and slides installed by the world leading White Water West Industries. Highlight attractions include the Abyss, the largest slide in Thailand, and Boomerango, the longest water slide in Thailand where riders shoot up and down at up to 45kph before splashing into the 179 meter long pool over 20 meters below. Meanwhile the adventure zone offers Ropes Course featuring a rousing challenge 13.4 meter high simulated rock climbing route. Chang Surf Zone features the ultimate surf simulator. Its Double Flow Rider system provides an endless supply of fast moving waves. Next to it is Surf Bar with a DJ booth. Don't worry about how to take pictures of your aquatic adventures as they offer RFID data management technology so you can order photos captured within the park and download them later. Food outlets are all handsome, including the Grove, a large al-fresco cafeteria serving international dishes such as pizza, dim sum, noodles, rice and seafood. Tree Top Lounge and Fisherman's Tavern offer good to go drinks such as cold beers, cocktails and fresh juices along with snacks. Fisherman's Cafe offers a great selection of quick bites. Yet other interactive facilities include game aracde, shops and a massage pavilion. In other words, it's a laugh minutes. Tickets are 1,000 baht for adults and 600 baht for children. Open daily; Water Jungle Zone from 10:00 -18:00 and Adventure Zone from 10:00-21:00.
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Vana Nava Water Jungle Hua Hin - HolidayInn Resort Hua Hin
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Vana Nava is Asia's first water jungle. The water park has transformed the 20 rai property into the grandest water park with state of the art technology and modern facilities. Altogether there are 19 highly exciting rides and slides installed by the world leading White Water West Industries. Highlight attractions include the Abyss, the largest slide in Thailand, and Boomerango, the longest water slide in Thailand where riders shoot up and down at up to 45kph before splashing into the 179 meter long pool over 20 meters below. Meanwhile the adventure zone offers Ropes Course featuring a rousing challenge 13.4 meter high simulated rock climbing route. Chang Surf Zone features the ultimate surf simulator. Its Double Flow Rider system provides an endless supply of fast moving waves. Next to it is Surf Bar with a DJ booth. Don't worry about how to take pictures of your aquatic adventures as they offer RFID data management technology so you can order photos captured within the park and download them later. Food outlets are all handsome, including the Grove, a large al-fresco cafeteria serving international dishes such as pizza, dim sum, noodles, rice and seafood. Tree Top Lounge and Fisherman's Tavern offer good to go drinks such as cold beers, cocktails and fresh juices along with snacks. Fisherman's Cafe offers a great selection of quick bites. Yet other interactive facilities include game aracde, shops and a massage pavilion. In other words, it's a laugh minutes. Tickets are 1,000 baht for adults and 600 baht for children. Open daily; Water Jungle Zone from 10:00 -18:00 and Adventure Zone from 10:00-21:00.
One of the original themed arks in the area, Santorini Park Cha Am showcases the charm of Santorini, the world’s famous seaside resort island in Greece. The design features bleached white houses, contrasted with deep blue roofs. Diversions inside the Water Park include cool rides such as Tubby the 14 meter high giant slider, and a 78 meter Dark Ride with its one of a kind experience stimulator. Children can opt for Aqua Boat, Pony Cycle, Trampoline and an exquisite Merry Go Round. Families can take fun pictures in the Trick Art Museum and scream together in the Haunted House. Santorini also offers lots of shops, from big brands to local souvenirs.
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Santorini Park
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One of the original themed arks in the area, Santorini Park Cha Am showcases the charm of Santorini, the world’s famous seaside resort island in Greece. The design features bleached white houses, contrasted with deep blue roofs. Diversions inside the Water Park include cool rides such as Tubby the 14 meter high giant slider, and a 78 meter Dark Ride with its one of a kind experience stimulator. Children can opt for Aqua Boat, Pony Cycle, Trampoline and an exquisite Merry Go Round. Families can take fun pictures in the Trick Art Museum and scream together in the Haunted House. Santorini also offers lots of shops, from big brands to local souvenirs.
It cultivates an excellent range of grapes on over 1,000 rai of fields facing magnificent mountains. The vineyard is now a popular attraction both to explore the operation and enjoy the scenery. The enchanting Thai inspired Sala Wine bar and Bistro offers an exceptional alfresco dining experience with a splendid view of the vineyard. They also offer elephant rides. Book packages and transfers to Hua Hin Hills Vineyard in advance.
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Hua Hin Hills Vineyard
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It cultivates an excellent range of grapes on over 1,000 rai of fields facing magnificent mountains. The vineyard is now a popular attraction both to explore the operation and enjoy the scenery. The enchanting Thai inspired Sala Wine bar and Bistro offers an exceptional alfresco dining experience with a splendid view of the vineyard. They also offer elephant rides. Book packages and transfers to Hua Hin Hills Vineyard in advance.
One of the Newest attractions in Hua Hin, it is the first 4D painting museum in Thailand. All art works here are created by Thai artists using special techniques to produce magical impressions Highlights include the Imagination zone, Childhood Zone, Hua Hin Zone, Horror Zone Illusion Windows, Mirror Climb and highlight Room.
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For Art's Sake
Phet Kasem Road
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One of the Newest attractions in Hua Hin, it is the first 4D painting museum in Thailand. All art works here are created by Thai artists using special techniques to produce magical impressions Highlights include the Imagination zone, Childhood Zone, Hua Hin Zone, Horror Zone Illusion Windows, Mirror Climb and highlight Room.
This theme park/ zoo offers Moroccan style entertainment for all the family. Child friendly rides include Eagle Zipline and Pony Cycle while play zone attractions range from Zero Gravity and Mini ATV. Those who love an adrenaline rush will find the Flying Macaw,. Drop twist and Gyro X Theme to their taste, not to mention Sky Fly. Animal park visitors can witness the cuteness of alpaca, Angora goats, Patagonian Mara, giraffes, flamingos, mandarin ducks and all kinds of colorful birds. Iconic animals include Arabian camels which kids can ride as well. There’s also a souvenir shop and food stalls selling snacks. Tickets are 80 baht for Thais and 150 baht for foreigners. Entrance is free for children under 100 centimeters. Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00, Saturday and Sunday 9:00 to 18:30 Website: http://camel-republic.com
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Cổng hòa Lắc đà
456 หมู่ 2 Thanon Phet Kasem
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This theme park/ zoo offers Moroccan style entertainment for all the family. Child friendly rides include Eagle Zipline and Pony Cycle while play zone attractions range from Zero Gravity and Mini ATV. Those who love an adrenaline rush will find the Flying Macaw,. Drop twist and Gyro X Theme to their taste, not to mention Sky Fly. Animal park visitors can witness the cuteness of alpaca, Angora goats, Patagonian Mara, giraffes, flamingos, mandarin ducks and all kinds of colorful birds. Iconic animals include Arabian camels which kids can ride as well. There’s also a souvenir shop and food stalls selling snacks. Tickets are 80 baht for Thais and 150 baht for foreigners. Entrance is free for children under 100 centimeters. Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00, Saturday and Sunday 9:00 to 18:30 Website: http://camel-republic.com
Located in Cha Am, just almost opposite to Santorini Park. Vist the Farm in a valley with European style of building and atmosphere, feeding the sheep, horse, alpaca, rabbit and more... Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 19:00 Saturday, Sunday from 9:00 to 19:00
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Trang trại cừu Thụy Sĩ
Phet Kasem Road
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Located in Cha Am, just almost opposite to Santorini Park. Vist the Farm in a valley with European style of building and atmosphere, feeding the sheep, horse, alpaca, rabbit and more... Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 19:00 Saturday, Sunday from 9:00 to 19:00

Everything Else

Good for groceries, vegetables and fruits, seafood, bakery, cooking and cleaning supplies and more at very good prices. Thai law only allows the purchase of alcohol (they have wines, spirits and beer) from 11 AM until 2 PM and after 5 PM onward.
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makro foodservice
164 Thanon Phet Kasem
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Good for groceries, vegetables and fruits, seafood, bakery, cooking and cleaning supplies and more at very good prices. Thai law only allows the purchase of alcohol (they have wines, spirits and beer) from 11 AM until 2 PM and after 5 PM onward.
A large Venetian themed attraction, which is located diagonally opposite the Boathouse on Petchkasem Road. It offers train rides for kids, horsedrawn carriage rides and shopping plus some food venues.
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Venezia Hua Hin
1899 Thanon Phet Kasem
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A large Venetian themed attraction, which is located diagonally opposite the Boathouse on Petchkasem Road. It offers train rides for kids, horsedrawn carriage rides and shopping plus some food venues.
Shopping, eating all kinds of food, relaxing , haircut, facial, movie
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BLUPORT Hua Hin Resort Mall
89 Thanon Phet Kasem
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Shopping, eating all kinds of food, relaxing , haircut, facial, movie

Getting Around

How to get to Hua Hin 1)Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok International Airport) to Hua Hin Bus. Fare is 269 Thai baht per person. The journey is about 3 hours. You can buy tickets at the airport; the bus counter service is at Level 1, Gate 8 or you can book online at www.airporthuahinbus.com or reservation@belltravelservice.com The departure scheduled times from the airport are 07:30, 09:30, 11:30, 15:30, 17:30 and 19:30. Departure times from Hua Hin to the airport are 06:00, 08:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00. Drop off locations: Stop 1: in front of Bangkok Bank at Cha Am Intersection Stop 2: Dusit Thani Hua Hin Resort (either Dusit Lobby or in front of Dusit Gate). This is the station to get off at to the Boathouse Resort. There are bus departures from Bangkok’s Southern bus terminal to Hua Hin every hour. The Journey between Bangkok and Hua Hin takes about 3.5 hours 2)By Mini Van Public vans offer faster trips. You can catch vans from Victory Monument in Bangkok with departures every 30 minutes. (If you take BTS, get off at the Victory Monument station). The fare is 180 Thai baht per person. This takes about 2.5 hours. 3)By taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok International Airport) to Hua Hin For normal taxi for 4 people, it is 2,500 baht and a large taxi (like a station wagon) for 5-6 persons and more space for luggage is 3,000 baht. You may need to negotiate with the driver.
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Sân bay Suvarnabhumi
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How to get to Hua Hin 1)Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok International Airport) to Hua Hin Bus. Fare is 269 Thai baht per person. The journey is about 3 hours. You can buy tickets at the airport; the bus counter service is at Level 1, Gate 8 or you can book online at www.airporthuahinbus.com or reservation@belltravelservice.com The departure scheduled times from the airport are 07:30, 09:30, 11:30, 15:30, 17:30 and 19:30. Departure times from Hua Hin to the airport are 06:00, 08:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00. Drop off locations: Stop 1: in front of Bangkok Bank at Cha Am Intersection Stop 2: Dusit Thani Hua Hin Resort (either Dusit Lobby or in front of Dusit Gate). This is the station to get off at to the Boathouse Resort. There are bus departures from Bangkok’s Southern bus terminal to Hua Hin every hour. The Journey between Bangkok and Hua Hin takes about 3.5 hours 2)By Mini Van Public vans offer faster trips. You can catch vans from Victory Monument in Bangkok with departures every 30 minutes. (If you take BTS, get off at the Victory Monument station). The fare is 180 Thai baht per person. This takes about 2.5 hours. 3)By taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok International Airport) to Hua Hin For normal taxi for 4 people, it is 2,500 baht and a large taxi (like a station wagon) for 5-6 persons and more space for luggage is 3,000 baht. You may need to negotiate with the driver.