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Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin vs Chiva-Som

Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin ranks slightly better than Chiva-Som. Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin scores 92 with endorsements from 6 publications like Star Service, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.

Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin
8 / 10
1 Damnernkasem Road, Hua Hin 77110, Thailand
From $194 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The grand Colonial style building’s expansive manicured grounds and beachfront location are simply fabulous. The private-pool villas are truly luxurious."
Star Service Star Service
"Near the more commercial Hilton, this fashionable and formidable Centara offshoot is a star in this seaside resort popular with the royal family." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"High ceilings, polished wood panelling, period furniture, wide sea-view balconies and a huge, landscaped garden full of topiary animals."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Hua Hin's first hotel and certainly one of its grandest, the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin is a luxury property with lots of character." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Even if you don't stay at this local landmark, its old-world charm makes it worth a visit." Full review
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Chiva-Som
Chiva-Som
9 / 10
73 / 4 Petchkasem Road, Hua Hin 77110, Thailand
From $1,189 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's 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 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 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 DK Eyewitness
"This seaside destination spa and health resort is set in tranquil gardens with lily ponds and Buddha statues."
Star Service 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
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