Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas in Hua Hin, Thailand, is an elegant sanctuary with old-world charm, originally known as The Railway Hotel when it first opened in the early 1920s. When the railway line from Hua Hin to Padang Besar in Malaysia was built, Centara Grand Hua Hin opened its doors, transforming this once sleepy fishing village into a chic seaside getaway. Gleaming with colonial accents, this beautifully preserved hotel in Hua Hin is considered one of the most famous heritage hotels in Southeast Asia. Retreat to Centara Grand Hua Hin for an idyllic respite from the crowds.
The tropical sunshine, sweeping green lawns, and scenic sandy stretch at Centara Grand Hua Hin provide a perfect setting for enjoying the remarkable views. Explore our manicured gardens featuring stunning topiary creations, including a 100-year-old elephant. Discover the region’s recreational activities as well as lively local markets and shopping centres. Savour freshly caught seafood prepared with authentic Thai recipes or indulge in a classic cocktail by the seashore. As an artful blend of tradition and modernity by the peaceful waters, Centara Grand Hua Hin is the perfect place to unwind and relax.
Discover Our Hotel
Services & Facilities
- Beachfront Location
- Children's Pool
- Swimming pool
- Kids' Club
- Kids' Activities
- Playground
- Spa
- Steam room
- Fitness
- Salon
- Air conditioning in all guestrooms
- Interconnecting rooms
- Wake-up call
- Complimentary newspapers
- Tennis court
- Mini golf
- Tour desk
- Arrival lounge
- Departure lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Bicycle Rental
- Accessibility for Disabled Guests
- Laundry service
- Medical assistance
- Maps
- Outdoor Parking
- 24-hour operation
- Currency exchange
- Credit cards accepted
- Wheelchair hire
Featured Offers
What's Happening
The Museum Coffee & Tea Corner
Experience the rich, nutty flavor of palm seeds with the aromatic, subtly sweet taste of pandanus for a unique and unforgettable dessert experience.
Start from Baht 120++
Daily 10:00 - 18:00 hrs.
Venue: The Museum
Issan's Unique Flavors
Issan's Unique Flavors: A Taste of Tradition & Nature
Chef Kham Nang’s Issan cuisine draws on the region’s resources and ancestral wisdom, rooted in "rice as the staple, vegetables as medicine, and fish as food." Trained by her family in Khon Kaen, she carefully selects ingredients to highlight local traditions and community ties, ensuring Isaan’s culinary heritage endures for future generations.
Friday, 22 November 18:30 - 21:30 hrs.
Baht 1,850++ per person
Gatsby Night
Step back into the Roaring '20s with an evening of glitz and glamour! Enjoy classic cocktails and live jazz from our in-house band. Indulge in themed drink specials and dance the night away in a vibrant atmosphere.
Thursday, 28 November: 20:30 - 01:30 hrs.
Venue: Elephant Bar
Our Image Gallery
- Sunrise
- Noon
- Sunset
- Night
Tailored Moments
Travel and Lifestyle Edit
Centara Grand ‘Railway’ Hotel Hua Hin: Celebrating 100 Years of History, Charm and Elegance
Unseen Thailand: Discover Some Hidden Gems
Our Guest’s Experience
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basudevbchowdhary wrote a review Nov 2024Pune, India . 0 contributions
Vacation
The staff members were very courteous and helpful. They made our stay memorable. The hotel location is superb on the beach front. Breakfast layout was superb. Resturants were of good quality. Room were spacious with attached balconyRead moreDate of stay : November 2024 -
kashworth001 wrote a review Nov 2024Rossendale, United Kingdom . 0 contributions
Absolutely outstanding
Quality. Pleasant staff. Good value for money. Beautiful property and landscaped garden. Direct beach access. Great location central for wider materialsRead moreDate of stay : November 2024 -
gmexecutive1 wrote a review Nov 2024Sydney, Australia . 0 contributions
Grand Colonial hotel
101 years young step back into well preserved colonial grandeur, beautifully manicured gardens, facing onto the Gulf of Thailand and adjacent to the township of Hua Hin. A must stsyRead moreDate of stay : November 2024 -
woodsrxr wrote a review Nov 2024. 0 contributions
Golf trip with friends
Stayed many times over the years at the centara & experience is always super positive. The staff are wonderful, service first rate, facilities are excellent. I understand a major refurbishment is planned which is appropriate - rooms are now looking a little weathered. Club facilities are really excellent. The only negatives would be poor in-room tv/ movie & internet facilities. Also paying the same rate for one or two guests is high - I paid the same rate irrespective of whether my wife was with me - I was alone on this trip.Read moreDate of stay : November 2024 -
GoPlaces569589 wrote a review Nov 2024Hebburn, United Kingdom . 0 contributions
Fabulous Hua Hin
Stayed in a pool villa at Centara & not disappointed. Villa was excellent & was kept spotlessly clean. Facilities good & grounds exceptional. A great stay.Read moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
gkteede wrote a review Nov 2024Perth, Australia . 1 contributions
Centara Grand Hua Hin
An exceptional stay at a very historic well maintained property. A blast from the colonial past Attentive staff and Jan is a very proactive General ManagerRead moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
Kampol98 wrote a review Nov 2024. 0 contributions
Most memorable experience traveling to Hua Hin
Memorable experiences staying here. Highly recommend who love heritage hotels and want to stay in Hua Hin downtown.Read moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
stefanuhlenberg wrote a review Nov 2024Boblingen, Germany . 0 contributions
Nice stay
Weather and hotel were good. Excellent service and the staff are helpful and friendly. I can recommend the hotel to anyoneRead moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
Chris D wrote a review Oct 2024Reigate, United Kingdom . 0 contributions
Wonderful venue
Outstanding location, outstanding service and facilties, never felt crowded in any of the communal areasRead moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
mauriejudd wrote a review Oct 2024Newcastle, Australia . 0 contributions
Centara Grand Hua Hin Thailand
Just completed our 24 th year stay at the Centara Grand .The management staff facilities as usual brilliant To Jan Aor and staff another fabulous stay at the hotel Look forward to returning next year to holiday at this fabulous location Thankyou for making our stay as usual one to remember. See you next year Thankyou Best Wishes MauriceRead moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
rcoppleson wrote a review Oct 2024. 0 contributions
Richard Coppleson
Excellent on all fronts - great hotel - will come back - breakfast was lovely & eggs cooked perfectly each dayRead moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
rockyrecovery wrote a review Oct 2024London . 0 contributions
Once again, total delight.
The efficient calm professionalism ,always with a smile from General manger Jan ,clearly filters down through all the staff . Another excellent stay at one of my favourite hotels in Asia. Thankyou to every one of the teamRead moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
thinadagoi wrote a review Oct 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand . 0 contributions
Cozy Room and Excellent Location, with Minor Drawbacks
The hotel room had a dark, cozy ambiance, which was quite inviting, though there was some noise from the hallway that could be heard inside. The room provided flip-flops for beach instead of the usual slippers. The location is excellent, just a short walk to the beach, with easy access to nearby bars, shops, and restaurants. The lounge offered great live music, adding to the atmosphere, though the lighting was a bit too bright for my taste, which slightly took away from the otherwise relaxed vibe.Read moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
kayalan2022 wrote a review Oct 2024. 0 contributions
Centara Grand Hua Hin
Our 11th visit to this gorgeus hotel. Staff and facilities as we have always found them to be: excellent! Already planning our 2025 visit.Read moreDate of stay : September 2024 -
R2458XSmail wrote a review Oct 2024Bad Durkheim, Germany . 0 contributions
Wonderful hotel directly at the beach
very beautiful and clean rooms. amazing garden and very nice pools. Very good restaurants and very friendly staff. To make a long story short: The hotel is very good and we enjoyed our holidays very much. We will come again.Read moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
ellenschlingmann wrote a review Oct 2024Munich, Germany . 0 contributions
Super.
Everybody was very caring and friendly. The Hotel wasn‘t higher than the palmtrees. It has a long history.Read moreDate of stay : October 2024 -
merete712024 wrote a review Oct 2024Kristiansand, Norway . 0 contributions
Nice hotell, but expensive.
Need upgrades to be and 5 stars hotell. Expensive to buy beverage and food in the restaurants and bars in the hotells restaurants and bars.Read moreDate of stay : September 2024 -
leecooke3 wrote a review Oct 2024. 1 contributions
What a wonderful gem of a hotel
First time visit to Hua Hin and the Centara Grand and it most definitely will not be the last. The hotel has a colonial theme and a 100 year history that manages to make customers feel that time has stopped however it’s luxurious atmosphere and staff attitude and attention to customer care is right up to modern times and fit for a 5 star hotel. The gardens and hotel are simply stunning and gives customers a sense of relaxation and comfort. Pool teams are always welcoming and attentive to guests needs. My only slightly negative comment an my challenge for the hotel is to address bringing the guest rooms up to modern day standards without loosing the historical charm of the hotel. Don’t get me wrong the rooms are lovely but dated. Overall a fantastic hotel and I would highly recommend for a holiday in Hua Hin.Read moreDate of stay : September 2024 -
safarild wrote a review Oct 2024Asker Municipality, Norway . 0 contributions
Family vacation in Hua Hin
Nice and unique hotel in a lovely garden. Stayed here in low season and had plenty of space at the hotel and outdoor areas. Enjoyed pool areas and location at the beach.Read moreDate of stay : September 2024