Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin

A very prestigious hotel set in a great location in Hua Hin Thailand. The grounds are beautiful and very well maintained. Service is of high standard and very friendly. My room was facing the sea and grounds. Rooms are a good size, with a very comfortable bed and crisp white sheets. Love the bath robe, flip-flops and beach bag to use during your stay. It’s a beach fronted hotel, so no sun loungers actually on the beach. The breakfast is very enjoyable and the chef at the egg station is super friendly and remembers your order. Location is brilliant.

We stayed here as part of a golf trip (Feb 17-20, 2025). Beautiful property with large landscape and right on the water. It is in the city but private & secluded. We stayed in a Junior Suites with partial view of the bay. To be honest, our suite was bigger than a typical presidential suite: Very large living room, large bedroom with California King bed, walking closet, long balcony, .etc. Our room was called Preston Suite (room 252). Our understanding was that not all rooms have the same design ...some Suites have 2 floors ..etc. Breakfast was included and free happy hour until 7pm (beat part)

This was my seventh visit to this resort (weekend trips and longer) and I enjoyed Hua Hin more than ever. This hotel is truly special in the world, and to be experienced at least once in a lifetime! The staff is amazing and service fantastic without being too much over the top. Just the right amount of help and friendliness combined with a relaxed feel. We always enjoy the Coast restaurant on the beach (location and menu great) and the three large pools with different areas to sit in shade and sun. The hotel has one of the best breakfast buffets around and the staff is so lovely to see in the mornings. The Club is also a nice opportunity with very attentive staff. Our room was impeccably serviced each day and was so comfortable with the amenities, coffee service, fridge, large balcony and top comfiness for the bed and linens. Many categories of rooms to choose from. Also great central location in Hua Hin but still with huge gardens, and the resort never feels crowded. A big thank you to Khun Ohr and Jan for taking such good care of us as usual. I could have stayed longer and will be back!

An Elegant Stay with Room for Improvement Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin is a hotel that undoubtedly embodies the elegance of a 5-star property. From the moment you arrive, the staff greets you with warm Thai hospitality and an atmosphere of understated luxury. Every request is handled with the utmost care, and you truly feel the five-star treatment throughout your stay. The hotel itself is a testament to old Thai charm, with its traditional architecture and a lush garden setting that feels like a tranquil oasis. The grounds are impeccably maintained, and the abundance of greenery creates a natural, peaceful ambiance. However, certain areas, like tiles and walkways, do show their age. The resort is vast, requiring plenty of walking, but it adds to the sense of space and grandeur. The multiple pools are a delight, offering options for relaxation. Booking the club benefits was a wise choice—it adds a layer of exclusivity and privacy, especially during breakfast in the quieter club lounge. The evening cocktails and canapés, along with refreshments throughout the day, elevate the overall experience. Unfortunately, the villas were a disappointment. My initial beachfront villa had greasy, dirty windows due to nearby cooking and a constant kitchen smell, which was off-putting. The staff kindly offered me either another villa or a duplex suite as an alternative. I chose to stay in another villa for its outdoor rain shower and bathtub, which were highlights. However, the patio was underwhelming, with uncomfortable beach chairs and a stark white design that felt too bright and uninviting. The cleanliness of cushions and some worn upholstery also needed attention. Despite good maintenance overall, the all-white interiors amplified visible stains and dirt, detracting from the coziness. The spa had a wonderful atmosphere with professional therapists and high-standard rituals, but the experience was inconsistent. My first massage felt rushed, with the therapist returning too soon after telling me to relax and enjoy the tea at the end. While the staff was accommodating after I raised concerns, the second massage was cut short by nearly 10 minutes. They did compensate me, but the lack of smooth procedures left me less impressed. In conclusion, the resort excels in service and hospitality, and its rich heritage and beautiful grounds offer a unique charm. However, the lack of coziness in the villas and the operational frictions at the spa were notable drawbacks. While I appreciated the overall stay, I likely wouldn’t return due to these issues and the sheer scale of the property, which felt less personal.

I don't know what else to add to what's already been said about this hotel. The rooms are spacious and the beds are very comfortable. The evening turn down service was unexpected as were the wonderful treats left for us each night which we thoroughly enjoyed. The breakfasts were tasty and nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff. As we like to eat out at different places when we're on holiday, we didn't have any evening meals at the hotel, a mistake we'll correct on a second visit.|It was at one of these other eateries that I contracted food poisoning. On our last full day at the hotel I became sick on the way to breakfast and had to return to the bedroom. By afternoon I was no better and was concerned that if I didn't get medical help, I might not make the flight home the following day. My husband sought help from reception who immediately offered the services of the hotel car to take us to the local hospital. After dropping us off, they gave my husband the hotel phone number so that he could call for us to be collected once I had been treated. The hospital service was fabulous and 45 minutes later I was ready to leave. Upon arrival back at the hotel, everyone from the reception staff to out room maid showed genuine concern, asking how I was feeling and if there was anything else they could do. Even at check out the following day, I was asked if I was feeling any better, so caring.|If you want to stay somewhere that is not only fabulous but truly cares about its visitors, this is the place for you.

If your looking for a Paradise Lost Hotel / Vacation then I would recommend trying this hotel.Obviously a historical property so if you are looking for usb ports in every corner of the room, then this hotel is not for you.However that said this property earns its 5 star rating from the GM down, yes it's people who make a good hotel a great hotel and this is a GREAT HOTEL.Witnessed the GM interfacing with guests every morning during breakfast then during his morning/afternoon walks around the property.Key Points1.Location,Location, location. Downtown / beach front.2. Good QUALITY BREAKFAST.3. House keeping excellent with evening turndown service.4. Four onsite pools with lots of accessible beach furniture.5. Don't miss ha ING a tea or coffee in the hotel museum coffee SHOP.PS. The cakes are to die for....lol!!!Finally a big shout out to all the wonderful staff who made us most welcome.

Lovely hotel with amazing gardens. |I’ve spent hours walking around the hotel grounds and taking pictures of wildlife. This was a lovely escape from otherwise built up town. There are quite a few spotted owlets in the gardens which I particularly enjoyed watching. |Breakfast was great with a lot on offer and all hotel staff were lovely. We had dinner at the Coast restaurant twice and it was also great. |The rooms are not modern but are comfortable and they match the hotel style. |The location is very central and close to shops and restaurants. |We had a great 13 nights stay and I would definitely recommend it.

We stayed here for 3 nights and we did enjoy our stay. Rooms are a bit dated, however comfortable, and have everything you need for your stay. Service was exceptional with the buffet breakfast, which is very strong, and the service is excellent. Location is exceptionally good with direct access to the beach. There are 4 pools so lot of space. Must mention the very dedicated staff that looks after the garden and the space.