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Suan Son Beach
Beaches & Islands
Hua Hin

Suan Son Beach

4.6(2,672 reviews)

Suan Son Beach, also known locally as Army Beach due to its position adjacent to a military base, offers a genuinely quieter alternative to the busier stretches of coastline around Hua Hin. Long stretches of white sand are shaded by pine trees, and the calm, manageable waves make the water suitable for swimming across most of the year. The beach draws a mix of Thai families and international visitors who prefer a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere over the more commercial tourist experience found elsewhere in the region. Facilities are simple but sufficient. Deck chairs, umbrellas, and small tables can be rented for around 100 baht, toilets and showers are available on site for a small fee of around 10 baht, and there is no entrance charge. The overall setting leans toward the authentic and low-key, making it a better fit for those seeking a peaceful day out than for travellers looking for nightlife or a lively beach scene. The beach is reachable from central Hua Hin by taxi or a short train ride. The cool season, running from November to February, offers the most comfortable conditions, with lower humidity and minimal rainfall. Weekends and Thai public holidays tend to be busier, particularly with local families, so arriving earlier in the day helps secure a good spot under the pines. Light clothing and sun protection are advisable year-round.

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Visitor Reviews

Excellent place and great location. It was belong to the Army. We were stayed at Seapine hotel on Suan Son Beach. The hotel will separate zones, all have three zones. Zones luxury hotels will be at Building one, here will be very luxury and private with sea views. Zones public will be zone houses that some families staying in the same house or big family stay together and this zone also opens for all every can going for one day trip. Will have small Asian food court and public toilet with bathroom. Here will have the train station at the front of the hotel that easy for to travelling just for one day trip to visit. And zone three it was building two, we were stayed here at building two because building two be closed to golf court and we loved to play golf. Very good location and a good spot. Quiet place, private beach. We stayed here for 4 nights very much enjoy and have a great time. Very comfortable room and place. Excellent service and friendly staffs. Here also have golf course for you to enjoy. Have swimming pool. Here have gym, Have bar beer on the beach for to drink and enjoy life on the beach. Have pool for to enjoy at the Seapine hotel. Have restaurants and bar at the Seapine golf course and at the Seapine hotel. All complete in here. Every days we walk on the beach from the mountains to the mountains probably two or three kilometres for to exercise and get the fresh air. Very nice here and excellent place and location.

Very nice beach, only a short train ride or taxi from Hua Hin. Very pleased to have found this beach, long stretches of white sand and blue sea. Nice to get away from the crowds and enjoy a quiet relaxed beach ⛱️. The beach is edged with trees which provided great shade and there were deck chairs and umbrellas available for 100 Baht. No sun loungers available. We arrived just before 10am and didn't leave until 4pm. There is a small indoor market of food and drink stalls with indoor seating.

This is also called Army Beach because it is adjacent to the Army Base. We rented a couple of deck chairs (surprisingly comfortable), umbrella and small table for ฿100. The beach is quite nice, not crowded. A nearby food court provides food and refreshments. There's also stalls selling clothing, and tourist tatt. The beach is a 10-15 minute motorbike ride from Takiab. Well worth a visit.

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Visitor Information

Best time to visit

March – August

Avoid: September – November (rainy season)

Rainy season

September – November

Avg. temperature

23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)

Getting there

Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). Private car recommended.

Getting around

  • Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
  • Motorbike taxis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Grab available