Baan Somboon GuesthousevsChiva-Som
Baan Somboon Guesthouse and Chiva-Som are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Chiva-Som scores significantly better than Baan Somboon Guesthouse. Chiva-Som ranks #2 in Hua Hin with positive reviews from 4 reviews including Fodor's, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
Baan Somboon Guesthouse
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
13/4 Soi Kaseamsumphan Damnernkasame Rd., Hua Hin 77110, Thailand
From $0/night
Lonely Planet "With framed photos decorating the walls, polished wooden floors and a compact garden, this place on a very quiet centrally located soi is like staying at your favourite Thai auntie's house." Full review
Rough Guide "A lovely, old-fashioned house with polished teak floors, decorated with a melange of Thai antiques, woodcarvings and Western “old master” prints."
Chiva-Som
Fodor's
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Lonely Planet
Tablet
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
73 / 4 Petchkasem Road, Hua Hin 77110, Thailand
From $1,189/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Even with the proliferation of spas in Hua Hin, Chiva-Som has not been toppled from its lofty position as one of the best spa resorts in the region—and, possibly, in the world." Full review
Frommer's "One of the finest high-end health resorts in the region, this ultrapeaceful campus is... nestled in 2.8 hectares (7 acres) of exotic tropical gardens beside the beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Given that its setting is near the King of Thailand’s summer palace, it’s only fitting that this destination spa... makes you feel like royalty." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This seaside destination spa and health resort is set in tranquil gardens with lily ponds and Buddha statues."
Star Service "Some 10 minutes south of town, this timid Thai version of Canyon Ranch is a prized lotus for fans of health and mindful retreats." Full review
Lonely Planet "Health and wellness services include nutrition consultation, yoga and fitness classes, massage of every variety as well as detox programs."
Tablet "Thailand is, to most, something of a Wild West of holiday destinations, a place whose hedonistic spirit is at least as big a draw as its natural beauty. Chiva-Som Luxury Health Resort,..." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Expect to find a wealth of top-notch medical, health, fitness and spa facilities, staffed by experts, wrapped in a beautiful tropical setting." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This famous enclave, which opened in 1995 on the beach in Hua Hin as a wellness club, has since become one of the premier spa destinations in the world. There are more than 200 spa,..." Full review
