While Hua Hin may not offer as many of the all-night delights of many international resorts, there is plenty to do for those looking for a leisurely holiday. This palace, midway between Hua Hin and Cha Am, was built by King Rama VI as a rainy season retreat in 1923. The elevated teak walkways and airy rooms provide a beautiful view of the beach and Gulf of Thailand.
Admission is free and it's a quiet place to spend a few hours.
The palace is located within the grounds of a Border Patrol Police camp. Motor transportation is recommended as it's a few klicks from the main gate on Petchkasem Road back to the beach. This waterfall is about 60 km west of Hua Hin towards the border with Burma. While the trek to the top of the nine cascades takes a few days in the dry season , one can see the first few levels on a day trip. This area is part of the Kaeng Krachan National Park and arrangements can be made with the park staff for guides and camping equipment.