The upper southern region of Thailand is comprised of three famous coastal holiday districts located along the Gulf of Thailand: namely Hua Hin, Pranburi, and Cha-am. The province of Prachuap Khiri Khan hosts Hua Hin and Pranburi, while Phetchaburi boasts Cha-am as its famous beach resort. In the past, Hua Hin was recognised among Thais as a holiday sanctuary for the aristocracy seeking an escape from Bangkok's summer heat. The name Hua Hin was prompted by the area's topography, which is made up of rows of stone hillocks lying along the fine beach. With a growing reputation, Hua Hin became even better known with the opening of the southern railway line and its associated infrastructure, which was followed by a 5-star hotel and a golf course. The prosperity of the area then peaked when the King Prajadhipok, Rama VII, commissioned the contraction of a summer palace, which he named 'Wang Klai Kangwo'. As a result, members of the royal family and other nobles increasingly spent time at Hua Hin, building their own holiday homes there. Today, Hua Hin is a renowned destination among tourists for its white sand, serene beach atmosphere, and safe swimming conditions. It is also only a short distance from Bangkok and is easily reached by road, rail, or air. The book Thailand Small Hotels: Hua Hin, Cha-am and Pranburi is part of a series that informs readers about small hotels with no more than 60 rooms, and also where importance is given to architectural style and landscape design. Believing that the philosophy of being small is able to create an intimate atmosphere and be in touch with beauty hidden in the comfort and convenience of the accommodation. Furthermore, visitors will also experience the sensual art of local living to fulfill their holiday dreams to perfection.
