Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel
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Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel sits on Soi 55 in Hua Hin, offering a dual-purpose setup that combines budget accommodation with an on-site cafe — a practical and sociable arrangement that appeals to backpackers and independent travellers looking for affordable lodgings without a sterile atmosphere. The cafe functions as a natural gathering point for guests, making it easier to connect with fellow travellers while keeping food and drink conveniently close to hand.
Visitors can expect a laid-back, welcoming environment typical of well-run hostel operations. The cafe-hostel format encourages a relaxed pace that suits Hua Hin's character as a whole — quieter and more low-key than Phuket or Pattaya, with a genuinely local feel. From here, guests are well-positioned to explore the town's famous night market, historic railway station, and the beaches and national parks that lie within easy reach.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel, round out your day in Hua Hin with contrasting stops nearby.
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Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel worth visiting?
Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel holds a 5.0★ rating from 201 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Hua Hin.
When is the best time to visit Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel?
The best months to visit Hua Hin are March – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – November (rainy season).
Where is Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel located?
Captain Joe Cafe & Hostel is at Soi 55, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (blue, along main roads); Motorbike taxis.
Location Info
Soi 55, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand+66 96 963 4463www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087651327639&mibextid=ZbWKwLVisitor 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
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). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available
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Hub Hua Hin 57
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Location Info
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
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). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available