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THE LAY OF THE LAND

Hua Hin & Cha-am

AVANI Hua Hin Resort & Villas

This tropical paradise offers beachfront bliss with a contemporary twist. Designed
like a mini-oasis, the rooms are wrapped around a sprawling blue lagoon pool, where
guests can unwind in sun beds and table pods located in the water. The wedding
function areas include trendy indoor spaces, filled with natural light, and elegant al

fresco paved terraces and lush lawns. Meanwhile, guests have the choice to feast on

Thai, Western, Italian and Creole food from the resort’s five restaurants and bars.

Total Number of Rooms: 196 rooms, including 23 pool villas
Largest Function Space: Grand Ballroom at 900sqm, which can cater to
500 guests, banquet style
Why we like it? Largest ballroom in Hua Hin; a plethora of room types from the
AVANI Deluxe Room to AVANI Two Bedroom Villas by the beach; two acres of
landscaped gardens to mingle in; and a terrace overlooking the ocean, perfect
for soirées.
1499 Phet Kasem Road, Tambon Cha-am | + 66 (0) 3 289 8989

Holiday Inn Resort Vana Nava Hua Hin

The first Holiday Inn water park resort in Asia, this property has direct access
to the Vana Nava Hua Hin Water Jungle, which features 19 rides and slides. The
hotel’s décor is playful and chic, filled with underwater motifs inspired by the

region’s history as a successful fishing village. Guests can relax at a spectacular

infinity swimming pool on the 26th floor, and enjoy expertly-crafted cocktails at
the stunning Vana Nava Sky Bar & Restaurant designed by Ashley Sutton, the
mastermind behind some of Bangkok's most iconic bars.
Total Number of Rooms: 300 rooms
Largest Function Space: Pla Waan Ballroom at 597sqm, which can cater to
480 guests, banquet style
Why we like it? It is one of the newest resorts in Hua Hin, and is connected to
a family-friendly water park. Also recently launched is the Vana Nava Sky Bar
& Restaurant, serving cocktails by renowned mixsultant Joseph Boroski. With
breathtaking vistas from the highest vantage point in Hua Hin, it is an ideal venue
for hosting welcome dinners and glitzy afterparties!
129/129 Phet Kasem Road, Tambon Cha-am | + 66 (0) 3 280 9999

The Palayana Hua Hin
Set amidst the rolling hills and beaches of Hua Hin, The Palayana is among
the top beach resorts in the area. Its inviting Thai décor and boutique
size makes you feel like you are in your own private heaven, and with
several rooms and villas to choose from, guests will have a hard time
deciding between garden, pool and sea views. For refreshments, you can
dine on BBQ seafood at the Brisa beach bar, or take a dip in the 300sqm
oceanfront pool before enjoying a meal at the poolside Thaipas restaurant.

Total Number of Rooms: 30 suites and 12 villas
Largest Function Space: Green Party Lawn at 700sqm, which can
accommodate up to 200 guests, banquet style
Why we like it? Ideal for buyouts with a flexible in-house team to cater to

your every need. There are also large spacious villas with a private pool for
families, as well as a lush beachfront lawn, perfect for hosting outdoor events.
1390/19 Phet Kasem Road, Tambon Cha-am | + 66 (0) 3 240 6111

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