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The Panama Club

A lively Hua Hin bar and dance venue with live music, DJ sets, and a vibrant LED dancefloor.

4.3(415)$$$$Hua Hin Fishing Pier · 7 min walk
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Plan your visit

Hours
Daily 17:00–01:00
Price
$$$$
Mid-range
Getting there
Hua Hin Fishing Pier
7 min walk

Carry Your Passport or a Copy

Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, the big clubs most of all. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.

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

One of the few genuine dance venues in Hua Hin, The Panama Club stands out in a town where nightlife options are relatively limited. Recently refurbished, it features an excellent sound system, a light show with an LED-illuminated dancefloor, and a consistent program of live singers performing pop hits alongside DJ sets. It draws a mixed crowd of locals and visitors looking for a proper night out in this coastal resort town.

The venue has a lively but manageable atmosphere, with security staff on hand and a small dancefloor at the back of the bar. Drinks are mid-range in price, and the selection is solid, though visitors should note that only small beers are typically available, which appears to be common across the area. Staff are generally described as pleasant and attentive.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026

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Around here, on foot

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Experience hints

Mid-range

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Reviews from Google

Good entertainment bar with DJ and live music with a good singer, doing pop hits. Pleasent serving staff. Good drink selection with only small beers available which seems to be the norm in the area.

One of only a few dance venues in Hua Hin. Recently refurbished. Excellent sound system and awesome light show. Dance floor is small and illuminated with LEDs. Live band plays from 2100 with a DJ from 2300. Both very professional. Drinks service is good and prices reasonable. No entrance fee.

Here’s a clear and natural rewrite of your message: ⸻ We were at a live music venue, but the staff caused problems. They expected us to remember exactly which staff member took our order just to get our change back. It’s a nightclub — how can they expect customers to remember every staff member’s face, especially when they don’t wear name tags? When I asked for my change, they blamed me for not remembering who served me. That feels very unprofessional and unfair because customers shouldn’t be held responsible for that.

A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 415 reviews on Google.

18 Soi Selakam, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand

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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars

Know the Closing Times

Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.

Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously

Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.

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.

The Panama Club: Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Panama Club worth visiting?

The Panama Club holds a 4.3★ rating from 415 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Hua Hin.

What are the opening hours of The Panama Club?

The Panama Club 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.

How expensive is The Panama Club?

The Panama Club is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Hua Hin.

When is the best time to visit The Panama Club?

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 The Panama Club located?

The Panama Club is at 18 Soi Selakam, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat 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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