Hua Hin Beach

Stretches some 6km from the town centre to Khao Takiab.  It remains little developed compared to other Thai resorts and considering it's size you can always find a quiet little spot.  It's name (Hua Hin - Head Stone) is derived from the rock formation that can be seen on the beach in front of the Sofitel Hotel.  For those who are a little more adventurous, pony rides can be taken and for those simply relaxing there are plenty of deckchairs, sun loungers and beach umbrellas for a small charge.

Khao Takiab Beach (Chopstick Mountain)

Is located 6km south of Hua Hin.  Famous for it's 20 meter tall standing Buddha, it is visible from the main Hua Hin beach.  If you are feeling strong and confident, you could walk along the beach to Khao Takiab from Hua Hin beach.  The hill has a temple at the top and troops of monkeys, they are not fierce but enjoy grabbing glasses and pens, for this reason it is also often referred to as "Monkey Mountain"

Suan Son Beach

South of Khao Takiab is Suan Son (Sea pine) beach, a long and quiet stretch of beautiful sand and plenty of pine trees for shade.  Entrance is via Soi 99, next to ptt garage, which will take you through a military checkpoint, just tell the guard at the gate that your are going to the beach.  Although the beach is popular with the thai families at the weekend, it can be very quite at other times.

Khao Tao Beach

A beautiful, secluded little bay around 13km south of Hua Hin, has two quiet beaches, Sai Yai and Sai Noi.  These often deserted beaches offer both golden sands and delightful seaside restaurant, making this area a great venue for the day out of town where you can relax with good food and a swim in the ocean.  If you are lucky, you might even see some pink Indo Pacific Humpback Dolphins swimming by just a short way offshore.

Cha-am Beach

Known as a twin city of Hua Hin but more popular among Thai tourists, Cha-am beach is about 28km north of Hua Hin, Cha-am is less developed than Hua Hin but it's picking up it's pace to atrract more foreign tourists.  It is very quite and relaxing during the week and gets busy at weekends.  There are several fun activities on offer such as Jet Skiing, Banana boat rides or riding a bicycle along the 6km road running parrellel with the beach.  There is plenty of restaurants available here.