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ExSandPit
Beverley, United Kingdom

Perfect Balance of History & Comfort

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 5 Aug 2012
Just returned from possibly the most relaxing 7 day break we ever had. Having visited Hua Hin a number of times and stayed in various other hotels, we went to this hotel for afternoon tea on a previous visit and immediately fell for the charm of the place, resolving to stay here next time we were in town. It turned out to be a great decision.
The hotel has a historic feel to it all the way through from the rooms, the reception, the bars and restaurants to the grounds and outdoor areas. We found it to be clean and well kept and all of the staff helpful, polite and friendly. Our club room was excellent with an extensive balcony looking over the gardens. Despite being located above the reception, it was quiet and peaceful.
The Thai restaurant in the villas side of the resort was beautiful and the food great. Obviously the atmosphere was quite different to the street-side venues in town, but was perfect for a quiet romantic meal and surprisingly reasonable in price. The Elephant Bar off reception was like walking back in time and the service perfect, but it is the grounds which really pack the wow-factor offering plenty of shade and secluded spots for relaxing.
One small quibble was the lack of wi-fi in the rooms, but we managed to overcome this since the balcony of our room was within range of the club wi-fi signal.
One of the greatest selling points of this hotel, like the Hilton next door, is the central location within the town - not that you would think so once inside the grounds of the hotel. There are many other great hotels around Hua Hin, but none as close to the town as these two. Given the choice and the means, I know which one I would choose!
Date of stay: July 2012
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 10 Aug 2012
Dear Value Guest,

On behalf of all the staffs and managements here at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin. We would like to thank you for your kind review, and for choosing our resort on your recent stay in Hua Hin.

We all look forward to welcoming you and your family back to our resort in the future.

Sincerely yours,
The Management
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Reviewed 2 August 2012

This is our third stay over ten years duration. Seeing that the Sofitel no longer owned the hotel was a slight concern. That concern lasted less than one minute on arrival. it is still the same family friendly high quality establishment. Service was excellent and the location ideal.

Room tip: Great family friendly hotel
Date of stay: July 2012
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Qmgr, Manager at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2012

Dear Value Guest,

Thank you very much for your continued support and patronage of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, and for taking the time to post your kind review on TripAdvisor, which is appreciated by all of us here at the resort.

We are pleased to note that you have enjoyed your third visits. We all look forward to the opportunity of being able to welcome you back in the near future.

Thank you again for your kind review.

Sincerely yours,
The Management

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Reviewed 1 August 2012

Excellant hotel and staff, The rooms were very clean and the food was great. The hotel is in a great location close to the night markets and restaurants. Myself and my wife would visit again in a heart beat. If your looking for a hotel in Hua Hin this is a no brainer The Sofitel (Centara Grand) is a clear choice.

Date of stay: September 2011
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Qmgr, Manager at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2012

Dear Value Guest,

We are very happy to read that you have enjoyed your holiday with us, and thank you for the wonderful review, and highly recommended our resort to anyone.

We profoundly hope that we will have the opportunity to be able to welcome you back to Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin again in the future.

Sincerely yours,
The Management

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Reviewed 1 August 2012

In July 1992 50 expats from around the region descended on the Sofitel Central Railway Hotel and on Saturday 18th July the hotel helped organise and run our wedding day. Now 20 years later we are back at the Centra Grand Beach Resort and the same willingness to help and please is still evident across all the staff and management. So much so that from pictures and invitations the staff were able to recreate our wedding banquet on the terrace of the Railway Restuarant - we even managed to book the same suite although the kids filled the adjoining room this time around rather than the brides maids from 20 years ago..!
This hotel is still magnificent and truly deserving of it recent elevation to a Leading Hotel of the World, the staff are genuine and helpful, they are proud of their hotel (and their town) and consequently the hotel works, the grounds are beautiful, the rooms clean and comfortable, the restaurants are first class and you feel at immediately at home - no two or three day's relaxing, you just walk through the door and leave it all behind.
We were concerned that our three teenage boys would not enjoy the hotel as much as us but they loved the place and wanted to stay longer. I think it was the buffet breakfast that had a range of food to satisfy any diet and taste.
The location of the hotel allows you easy walking access to the town and although time/progress has taken it's toll (Starbucks and McDonalds) there are still small restaurants to explore, markets to visit and little bars to stop for a beer.
There are many golf course within striking distance but I still get a kick from jumping in a tuk tuk, crossing the railway line and playing Royal Hua HIn, Thailands oldest golf course - my caddy this year claimed she remembered me from 20 years ago.
Upgrade to the "Club" for afternoon tea and pre dinner drinks to really spoil yourself.
Four swimming pools, outdoor chess, a boules' court, putting green and gym are enough to keep everyone happy - happy hour at the pool is worth a visit, either in the pool or sitting looking out over the ocean.
A brilliant hotel and a wonderful break - we will be back for our 25th anniversary if not next year.

Room tip: The Villas are fun if you are family and want connecting rooms. Any of the rooms facing the beach are good with large balcony's. Corner suites are big and have wonderful balconies.
Date of stay: July 2012
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Qmgr, Manager at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2012

Dear Value Guest,

It was certainly a pleasure to read that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay with us as per you positive rating.

We all look forward to welcome you back to the resort and for celebration your 25th anniversary next year.

If you should require any further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know, we remain,

Sincerely yours,
The Management

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Reviewed 30 July 2012

We took some time in selecting where to stay in Hua Hin and chose Centara Grand Beach Resort for its location. A few steps from the beach, shops, cafes, bars and markets, it is ideally located. We found a great deal on their website and enjoyed 9 nights in a delightful room that entitled us to all the privileges offered at The Club. The food and service was outstanding throughout our stay and the staff were always friendly and helpful. The garden that surrounds the buildings is absolutely magnificent and we felt like we were in an oasis of calm. We will certainly recommend this resort to our family and friends.

Date of stay: July 2012
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Qmgr, Manager at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2012

Dear Value Guest,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin on TripAdvisor for sharing your thoughts about your recent stay.

We are very happy to read that you were impressed with our hotel as such comments increase our motivation to do well.

Thank you once again for your feedback and recommended our resort to anyone. We are look forward to seeing you again at our resort in the future.

Sincerely yours,
The Management

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Reviewed 29 July 2012

Our family of four (parents plus girls of 19 and 22) have just returned from the Centara. We chose this hotel because of its location, we have been to Hua Hin before but stayed outside the town, for us this is a mistake, we like to be able to walk into the town, have a drink and a meal, look at a temple, go to the night market etc.

In our view there is nothing in Hua Hin to compare. We do not like large hotels and do not like high rise, the Centara is low rise, is not large by Far East standards and has great grounds. The service in the Centara is excellent, as good as the best that we have stayed in in the Far East, much better than Africa, U.S, Europe. The rooms are fine (Superior) but not fantastic. The grounds are a real treat, but more than anything we came away feeling that the staff (all of them, the sunbed men, cleaners, reception staff) are all excellent, always helpful, not obsequeous.

The town is great a good mix of restaurants, bars, night market. I am sure we will go back.

Room tip: In the main block we were on the second floor and the views and light are better.
Date of stay: July 2012
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Qmgr, Manager at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2012

Dear Value Guest,

We appreciate the time and effort you have spent in rating our services and it is through your invaluable feedback that we are able to continue to tailor our services and facilities to meet the discerning needs of our clients.

We are pleased to observe that you were happy with our services and facilities. We have taken note of your comment about standard room condition, which will consider for our next operation review.

We look forward to your next visit to give you our undivided attention and utmost service at all times.

Sincerely yours,
The Management

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