Location:Hua Hin Beach, Damnoenkasem Rd Hotel Category: Travel Reviews:
9.8 (15 reviews)
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas:
The elegance of a bygone era is carefully retained in this fascinating
Colonial style low-rise hotel, which boasts a unique topiary with meticulously
sculted elephants, squirrels, and birds on 16 hectares of land, with
its own private beach.
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas,
the Kingdom's first resort hotel, was opened in
1923 as the Railway Hotel and now offers 207 luxurious rooms,
suites & 42 villas, 4 pools, and an excellent
beachfront location, making it a destination of choice for the discerning
travelers. The resort is situated directly on Hua Hin beach, just 190
kilometers south of Bangkok, direct access to Hua Hin town, a glimpse
of the local street life and shopping is only steps from the resort,
and surrounded by six 18 hole golf course.
Hotel Exterior
Hotel Building
Exterior Garden
The latest addition to the resort are 42 villas, offering exclusive romantic getaways or indeed a family
vacation with a difference in our premium oversized villas.
Designed in a New England Colonial Style, every villa affords luxurious
and extensive facilities and amenities complimented by impeccable service.
The Club experience is enjoyed by all villa guests.
Hotel Frontage
Exterior Villa
Lobby
ACCOMMODATION
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas
has 207 rooms, suites & 42 villas, and the Club executive floor. Each room has
a private balcony overlooking a beautiful landscaped garden and / or
ocean. High ceilings, period furniture and elegant detailing blend together
to create a hotel of unsurpassed luxury. The decor is rich polished
hardwood softened by the warm tones of Thai silk, in a style evoking
the spirit of the 1920s.
The 42 "New England Colonial Style" villas at
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas
offer an accommodation choice of Deluxe Spa Villa. Complimenting
these heavenly hide-away are a communal pool, all day restaurant and
Thai restaurant, and a Club Lounge exclusive to villa guests.
Superior Room
Featuring king/twin bed room with private balcony with 2 sun-chairs,
air-conditioning, teakwood floor, mini bar, telephone, in-house movies,
television, individual electronic safe, hairdryer, bathroom, shower with
bathtub, sitting area.
Deluxe Room
Featuring king/twin bed room with large private balcony with 2 sun-chairs,
air-conditioning, antique fan, mini bar, individual electronic safe,
television, in-house movies, telephone, hairdryer, bathroom with bathtub
and/or shower, sitting area.
Deluxe - The Club
Featuring king/twin bed room with large private balcony with 2
sun-chairs, air-conditioning, antique fan, mini bar, individual
electronic safe, television, in-house movies, telephone, hairdryer,
bathroom with bathtub and/or shower, sitting area.
Junior Suite - The Club
Featuring king/twin bed room and sitting area with private balcony
with 2 sun-chairs, air-conditioning, antique fan, mini bar, individual
electronic safe, television, in-house movies, telephone, hairdryer,
bathroom with separate shower and bathtub, sitting area.
Deluxe Spa Villa
Spacious unit with the space of 61 sq.m., lounging area, luxury bathroom
with bath and rain shower and outdoor walled and furnished garden complete
with oversized Jacuzzi spa (max occupancy 2 adults). Flat screen TV
and DVD player in all villas. The Club lounge and benefits included.
Deluxe Suite - The Club
Featuring one kingsize bed room with large private balcony with 2
sun-chairs, living room, air-conditioning, teakwood floor, antique fan,
2 mini bar, 2 televisions, in-house movies, 2 telephones, large individual
electronic safe hairdryer, bathroom with shower and bathtub, sitting
area. The Club lounge and benefits included.
Duplex Suite - The Club
Featuring one king bed room(s) with large private balcony with 2
sun-chairs, living room, air-conditioning, teakwood floor, antique fan,
2 mini bar, 2 televisions, in-house movies, 2 telephones, large individual
electronic safe hairdryer, bathroom with shower and bathtub, sitting
area. The Club lounge and benefits included.
RESTAURANTS & BAR
Railway Restaurant (located near Main Lobby)
The Railway Restaurant is an elegant and historic venue set in the
heart of the colonial resort. This international restaurant serves a
variety of Thai and Western cuisine, classically prepared by Chef Somai
Yuenyung. Signature dishes include "Khao Pad Rot Fai," or Railway Fried
Rice, as well as a wide selection of pasta and sandwiches. The Railway
Restaurant also serves a breakfast buffet, including both Asian and
Western cuisine. During the week, the Railway features French, Italian
and Eastern-Oriental buffets, as well as a "Mini-Buffet."
The Palm Pavilion, located both just next to the Gulf of Siam and
within the classic colonial pavilion, is the ultimate in luxury. Fusion
gastronomic cuisine is the specialty here, and Chef Veerasak Jariyatassakorn
lovingly prepares each dish. The Palm Pavilion's specialties include
Tropical Fruit and Lobster Salad, Grilled Shitake Mushroom Cappuccino
with Chili Dust and Wok Flavored Rock Lobster on an Asparagus bed. The
restaurant also features two delicious Thai and Seafood buffets.
The Palm Terrace features the most spectacular views of the entire
grandiose resort and the lovely Gulf of Siam. Each table is located
within a stone's throw of the sea. The restaurant serves lunch and snacks
to outdoor diners relaxing at the pool or by the beach. Some signature
dishes include the Indonesian Nasi Goreng, Andulusian Gazpacho Soup,
excellent Baked Lasagna and Prawn, and Mango Salad. A grand sala overlooking
the Gulf of Siam also highlights the Palm Terrace.
The Salathai Restaurant, which features authentic Thai cuisine, boasts
a central and quaint location within the classic bungalows area. Each
dish incorporates local flavors, specifically designed to introduce
Westerners to the delights of Thai food. Specialties include Yam Pol
La Mai Ruam, or Thai Mixed Fruit Salad. The Salathai Restaurant also
features a weekly Thai Night Market buffet, as well as Thai Cooking
Classes.
Seating Capacity : 70 (indoor / outdoor) Opening Hours : close for Renovation hrs./ - hrs.
The Museum
Located in the original hotel lobby, The Museum Coffee & Tea Corner
highlights the classic atmosphere of the bygone era that characterizes
the hotel. Each pastry, carefully prepared by Executive Pasty Chef Somsak
Larbprasit, deliciously intrigues any sweet tooth. Chef's specialties
include Lenotre finechocolate cakes, as well as traditional English
afternoon tea, which features a wide selection of scones, finger pastries
and crepes.
The Elephant Bar, located in the main lobby, is an ideal meeting
spot after a day at the beach, the pool or on the golf course. Serving
light snacks, beverages and alcoholic drinks, the Elephant Bar epitomizes
the classic atmosphere of the historic hotel. Featured drinks include
the Hotel's original cocktail "Heritage Fizz".
The Hagi Japanese Restaurant features daily performances of traditional
and modern Japanese cuisine. Located on one of Hua Hin's busiest street
corners, it affords nice views of the bustling Hua Hin nightlife. Japanese
Chef Wuttichai prepares sushi to perfection, and the sashimi is both
fresh and delectable. Signature dishes include the Beef Teppanyaki Live
Cooking Station and the town's favorite sukiyaki Japanese hot pot.
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas
's location, just over two hours from Bangkok, makes it ideal for meetings, incentive,
or conference groups of up to 250 people. Garden functions for as many
as 450 people are our specialty. The hotel's banqueting staff strives
to create events tailored to the specific needs of each group or meeting.
Function Room
Wedding Setting
Sala Thai - Wedding Venue
SPA CENVAREE
Your health and well-being is so essential in today's world. At Centara
Spa, we put you first with pampering treatments that are both relaxing
and good for you. You will find Centara Spas at almost all of our hotels
and resorts plus an expanding collection of spas at locations around
the world.
Put yourself first and visit SPA Cenvaree, you will soon discover
why they are so Centara to your health and well-being needs.
FACILITIES & SERVICES
Two putting greens, three swimming pools, tennis courts,
a snooker room, badminton, table tennis and fitness centre are all available
at the hotel. The Hua-Hin area is home to several championship golf
courses located a short drive from the hotel.
- Baby-sitting service
- Badminton / Volleyball
- Beauty Salon and Boutiques
- Car Rental
- SPA Cenvaree
- Children's Playroom and Playground
- Fitness Centre
- Giant chess
- Jim Thompson Shop
- Laundry and Valet Service
- Library
- Petanque
- Sea Canoeing
- Sight-seeing tour reservations
- Six golf courses within 20 mins from the hotel
- Snooker & Games room
- Swimming pools
- The Club
- Tennis courts (flood-lit)
- WIFI wireless internet access
Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool
Golf Course
The Club
LOCATION MAP
Surrounded by 13 hectares of landscaped gardens,
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas
is uniquely situated in the centre of
Hua Hin, right on the beach and just 190 kilometers South of Bangkok,
150 minute drive or 45 minute flight away. The resort is accessible
by a 4 lane-highway and frequent flight from Bangkok. The resort also
has direct access to Hua Hin town, and a glimpse of the local street
life and shopping is just steps away from the resort.
