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Elephant Bar

A sophisticated hotel bar at Centara Grand Hua Hin, known for live music and well-crafted cocktails.

4.4(44)Hua Hin Fishing Pier · 11 min walk
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Plan your visit

Hours
Daily 17:00–01:00
Getting there
Hua Hin Fishing Pier
11 min walk

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Details

Full opening hours
Monday17:00–01:00
Tuesday17:00–01:00
Wednesday17:00–01:00
Thursday17:00–01:00
Friday17:00–01:00
Saturday17:00–01:00
Sunday17:00–01:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Nestled within the historic Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas in Hua Hin, Elephant Bar offers an elegant evening retreat with a consistently praised live music program. The resident trio — featuring a vocalist, pianist, and guitarist — delivers nightly performances that have built a loyal following among both hotel guests and local regulars, with returning visitors noting that the musicians have continued to improve over the years.

The bar menu includes a range of cocktails, with signature creations such as the Lychee and Ginger Mojito drawing attention alongside more familiar classics. Bartenders receive frequent praise for their skill and professionalism, and the overall atmosphere strikes a balance between refined and relaxed — appropriate for a quiet drink or a longer evening out.

Elephant Bar opens at 17:00 every day of the week and stays open until 01:00, making it a natural choice for an early sundowner or a late-night wind-down. As it sits within a large beach resort, guests should be aware that some areas of the property have been undergoing renovation, though the bar itself remains fully operational. Visitors staying outside the resort are welcome, and the venue is best suited to those looking for a calm, music-led night out rather than a high-energy club experience.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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Reviews from Google

Consistently spectacular music from the band, and they just keep getting better over the years. All three musicians—the singer, pianist, and guitarist—have wonderful voices and create such a great atmosphere. The cocktails are delicious, and the staff are always friendly, welcoming, and attentive. A truly lovely place to enjoy great music and drinks.

This bar is located within the fabulous Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas. Had a few drinks here earlier tonight and the band performing was very good. The cocktails were well made and most enjoyable. The service crew were attentive, unobtrusive and friendly. Enjoy the experience tonight and will likely return.

I visited Elephant Bar at Centara Grand Hua Hin. Some parts of the property are under renovation, but the atmosphere was still nice. I ordered the Lychee & Ginger Mojito and Fish & Chips. The mojito was a bit sweet, but I could accept it. The Fish & Chips portion was big compared to the price and tasted good. However, I had an issue with the receipt. I paid by credit card and asked for a receipt/tax invoice. The staff said they could not issue it because the bill included alcohol. I then asked if they could issue it for the food only, but they checked with the team and said no again. I have visited other Centara properties before and they were able to issue a proper receipt/tax invoice without any problem. That’s why I’m quite surprised. If government tax is charged, I would like to know if Centara can issue a proper legal receipt or tax invoice for this payment. Overall, the food and drinks were good, but I hope this can be clarified.

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Hua Hin, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand

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Know the Closing Times

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Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously

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Arrange Your Ride Home

Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.

Elephant Bar: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elephant Bar worth visiting?

Elephant Bar holds a 4.4★ rating from 44 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Hua Hin.

What are the opening hours of Elephant Bar?

Elephant Bar is typically open 17:00–01:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Elephant Bar?

The best months to visit Hua Hin are November – 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: October (wettest month).

Where is Elephant Bar located?

Elephant Bar is at Hua Hin, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (green, along Phetkasem Road to Khao Takiab); Motorbike taxis.

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