The Sofitel Centara Grand Resort and Villa's formerly known as the Sofitel Central Hua Hin Resort, the Kingdom's first resort hotel, was opened in 1923 and offers discerning guests a mixture of beautiful colonial architecture blended with every modern facility that today's demanding travellers desire from a 5* resort hotel.

The Sofitel Centara Grand Resort and Villa's pleasant ambience, unique architectutal style, magnificent gardens and excellent location recall an older era of His Majesty King Prachaghipok, and ensure a perfect setting for a quick break away from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok or a much needed longer holiday. This 207-room colonial style beach - front resort is set in magnificent tropical gardens just 3 hours from Bangkok.

All rooms are furnished with rich Thai silks, cottons and antique fans with terraces or balconies, evoking the spirit of the 1920's.