Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Hua Hin

Hua Hin, Thailand

Virgin rating

The hotel

The Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin boasts the most enviable location along miles of pristine beachfront and within walking distance to Hua Hin town. Originally named the Railway Hotel, the resort opened its doors in the 1920s and is one of the classic colonial hotels of the Far East. Situated on a fabulous beach and spread over several acres of beautiful gardens, the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin offers a wide choice of luxuriously appointed guest rooms and private villas, as well as a choice of restaurants and bars, four swimming pools and a wonderful Spa Cenvaree. There are also six golf courses nearby, which should keep enthusiasts of the game more than happy!

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box

Where is it

In the centre of Hua Hin overlooking a 4-mile stretch of beach. Transfer time from Bangkok Airport: 3 hours.

Hotel information

209 rooms and 42 villas. Rooms are spread across the three wings of the hotel all with views across the manicured gardens or of the swimming pools or ocean. All rooms have balcony or terrace, air-conditioning and ceiling fan, flatscreen TV with International channels, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar* and safe. Deluxe Rooms have pool or garden views, with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Half Board option: includes breakfast and dinner, with themed buffets in all outlets and special à la carte menus at the Railway, Suan Bua and Hagi restaurants.

Premium Deluxe Rooms offer more living space, with 1 king-size bed, twin beds or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Premium Deluxe Club Rooms (The Club), sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Junior Suite Rooms (The Club) have spacious balconies and enjoy either garden or pool views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Suites (The Club) have a living area and garden/partial ocean views with 1 king-size bed plus extra bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Duplex Suites overlook the gardens or one of the pools, with 1 king-size bed in bedroom, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Spa Villas (The Club) are enclosed in private gardens, have their own villa host and outdoor Jacuzzi and 1 twin bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Pool Villas (The Club) with spacious terrace and private plunge pool and twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults .

Premium Deluxe Pool Villa (The Club) with seperate living area, outdoor sala and private plunge pool, with 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Club benefits include:

  • Unlimited WiFi and high-speed Internet access in room and at The Club
  • Personalised express check -in in the privacy of your room or at The Club Reception
  • An exclusive breakfast venue in the dining room or at the outdoor patio from 7:00am-11:00am
  • All-day non-alcoholic drinks at The Club
  • Tea/coffee and mid-morning snacks at The Club from 11:30am-2:00pm
  • Luxurious afternoon tea daily from 3:00pm-4:30pm
  • Evening cocktail and canapés at The Club from 5:00pm-7:00pm
  • Complimentary use of The Club computers (30 minutes per session, subject to availability)
  • Daily newspaper
  • Daily laundry of two garments per room (cannot be accumulated)
  • Daily turn down service with the Chef’s sweet dream treats
  • Express check out service according to your needs
  • Late check-out until 4:00pm (subject to room availability)
  • Free access to The Club's library and DVD selection
  • Unlimited local calls in Hua Hin city (excluding mobile phones)
  • 10% discount at Spa Cenvaree

COAST restaurant (International and Asian cuisine, open for lunch and dinner), Railway Restaurant (International and Thai cuisine), Suan Bua located at the Villas pool (authentic Thai cuisine), Hagi (Japanese cuisine, open for dinner). Elephant bar. The Museum Café. 

4 swimming pools. Spa Cenvaree*. Fitness centre. Tennis courts, badminton, volleyball, putting greens and bicycle hire*. Kids' Club*.

Babysitting* (on request). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary WiFi available throughout the resort.

5 nights between 28 Dec-5 Jan.

No check out permitted on 30-31 Dec.

*Denotes local charge.

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  • Excellent (4118)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Another wonderful stay

Jul 23, 2024 Rovingtourist Breking out from London

We have now stayed at this hotel four times. We took advantage of the Club facilities which included a very comfortable room. A big thank you to all the staff at the The Club. They are so friendly, helpful and efficient. We enjoyed breakfast, lunch, tea and canopies /drinks. Also a thank you to Worn who looked after us around the pool. The hotel… Read more
We have now stayed at this hotel four times. We took advantage of the Club facilities which included a very comfortable room. A big thank you to all the staff at the The Club. They are so friendly, helpful and efficient. We enjoyed breakfast, lunch, tea and canopies /drinks. Also a thank you to Worn who looked after us around the pool. The hotel is situated in huge grounds which have three swimming pools and easy access to the beach. Senior managed engage with the guests to ensure all is well. Many returning guests which really says it all. We enjoyed the BBQ's and buffets that they provided which were good value. A very peaceful and tranquil place. We look forward to returning next year. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Time passes just to quickly!

Jul 22, 2024 r h Newcastle, United Kingdom

Enjoyed another stay for what has become our go to holiday destination we received warm welcome from staff that remembered us from our previous visits. Hotel is situated in beautiful well kept topiary gardens. Stayed in deluxe pool villa ,Spent days rotating between different swimming pools at the resort each pool offers a different ambiance 2… Read more
Enjoyed another stay for what has become our go to holiday destination we received warm welcome from staff that remembered us from our previous visits. Hotel is situated in beautiful well kept topiary gardens. Stayed in deluxe pool villa ,Spent days rotating between different swimming pools at the resort each pool offers a different ambiance 2 pools overlooking beach absolute stunning view, Although we found pool at villas really lacked atmosphere, Huge breakfast selection full of different Asian choices along with western & continental options Specialist chef on the egg station is a complete legend! The best omelettes anywhere served baveuse. Good kids club where our youngest liked to spend an hour or two during the day. Restaurants in the Hotel are worth visiting- Our last evening we had a special dinner at Coast delights of Siam on the Sala coast staff dressed the table it was truly spectacular, Japanese restaurant Hagi not to be missed along with afternoon tea at the museum we were disappointed that Suan Bua had closed moving the menu from Suan Bua to Railway restaurant hasn't worked Dinner at Railway lacked any aura or mood. Ended our evenings with a cocktail or two in the epic Elephant bar great drinks really enjoyable live music. A huge thanks to all the staff at Centara Grand beach resort. Would we recommend Centara Grand beach resort- Yes Will we return to Centara Grand beach definitely already planning!!. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Worn luxury hotel in beautiful surroundings

Jul 21, 2024 645henrik Aarhus, Denmark

The price is too high compared to the standard you get. The rooms are run down and the common areas are run down. The areas by the three pools were worn down. The mattresses for the sunbeds were dirty or there was mold on them.
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Jul 20, 2024 Paul R Bangkok, Thailand

Booked a villa with a private pool. The villas are lovely. The staff are fantastic and eager to make your stay a memorable one. Great food at Coast Restaurant and Elephant Bar had very enjoyable live music. Met the GM, Jan and he was fantastic. He knows how to deal with guests and how to make their stay perfect.
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Jul 19, 2024 ThereIwent2024 Melbourne, Australia

A great holiday destination in magnificent grounds and accomodation. Beautiful topiary. Staff are extremely friendly. Sitting outdoors under the trees to enjoy the delicious and wide ranging buffet breakfast was a delight. Being in a resort and then walking outside into the town at our doorstep was fun. Relaxing by the pool on comfy lounges with… Read more
A great holiday destination in magnificent grounds and accomodation. Beautiful topiary. Staff are extremely friendly. Sitting outdoors under the trees to enjoy the delicious and wide ranging buffet breakfast was a delight. Being in a resort and then walking outside into the town at our doorstep was fun. Relaxing by the pool on comfy lounges with pool service made it a real holiday. Read less