REVIEW: Devasom Hua Hin, A Tranquil Retreat through the Timeless Charm

Devasom Hua Hin, a luxury boutique resort located on a private beach between Chaam and Hua Hin, with a magnificent panoramic sea view of the Gulf of Thailand, promises a tranquil relaxing weekend getaway.

CONTENT: Andrew Kho

Tired of Bangkok’s busy lifestyle? Why not head to Devasom Hua Hin. This prime luxury beachfront boutique resort can easily be reached from Bangkok by car with a 2-3-hour drive depending on the traffic situation.

Upon arrival, you will immediately be transported to the past by the classic vintage mansion evoking a feeling of awe, history, and nostalgic romance. In the middle of the property is the iconic, heart-shaped tree popular for guests and couples to take lovely photos, surrounding it is the outdoor pool with jacuzzi where you can dip, sip your favourite drinks and enjoy the ocean view.

Devasom Hua Hin offers thirteen guestrooms/suites with individual private balconies as well as ten villas each offering either your own private terrace with sea view or fronting the exclusive beachfront.

We stayed at the 80sqm Beach Villa, immediately upon opening the door to your room, you will immediately reminisce the past by the vintage, heritage room design. The design reminds you of the classic seaside mansions of during the past. The room is further surrounded by antique pieces with elegant details, warm and natural wood tiles in the bathroom while light, airy colour palette surrounds the entire room, evoking calm and relaxation throughout your stay.

The room features King-sized four-poster beds enhancing the vintage ambiance. The elegant bathroom features a clawfoot bathtub and a separate rain shower. There’s also a seating area, working desk and a comfortable-sized dressing table. Complimentary fully stocked non-alcohol minibar are replenished daily.

Dining wise, enjoy delectable local Thai family dishes with a serene view at the property’s newly rebranded restaurant Pribpri, offering Phetchaburi local cuisine, the rebranding further celebrates Phetburi’s status as a UNESCO creative city of gastronomy, each of the ingredients used for the dishes here is sourced from neighbouring communities. Must try here is the Khao Chae “rice soaked in water”, a dish served for royalties dating back to the court of King Rama II. This Thai royal cuisine consists of four key elements: par-boiled rice, jasmine-scented water made from homegrown Bread Flowers (Dok Chommanat), ice, and an array of side dishes including Bell peppers stuffed with minced pork and wrapped in egg, Deep-fried shrimp paste balls, Radishes stir-fried in coconut milk, Shredded dried pork floss, Sweet Yee-Son fish and intricately carved fruits and vegetables renowned in Thai cuisine.

The ala-carte menu features local heritage dishes as well as special cuisines served in royal households. Can’t decide what to eat? There’s also various set menus such as the Sam-Rab-Phet (Phetchaburi Signature Set) which has starter the Khao Chae, Creamy Tom Yum with Shrimp Soup, Phetchaburi’s grilled pork with stir-fried curry paste and toasted coconut, Stir-fried star gooseberry leaves with egg, dried clam chilli paste served with vegetables, steamed rice and dessert for THB1600++ for two persons. There’s also the Phetchaburi Heritage menu which brings you the timeless tastes of Phetchaburi’s royal and local traditions, notable dishes include the Tom Jiw soup (Phetchaburi-style Tom Yum infused with aromatic herbs), Phetchaburi rose apple salad with dried squid, stir-fried shrimp with Karen chilli and braised angus beef with aromatic Thai spices. Seafood lovers will love the Treasures of the Thai Gulf set variety if seafood dishes, (no meat) for THB2,800++ for two persons.

As part of the Devasom Hua Hin’s 15th year anniversary, they have launched its signature mindful wellbeing experiences wherein guests and the public can experience curated wellness and mindfulness activities led by experienced practitioners. Experiences include beachfront sunrise yoga every Sundays, mindfulness yoga every Tuesday and Thursday, Himalayan sound bath healing every Saturday. Aside from that, the property is also offering water sports activities (offered by third-party provider) such as Jet Ski, banana boat ride, kite surfing class, you may also enjoy horse riding by the beach for that complete experience. Advance booking is recommended for the abovementioned activities.

If you want a peaceful, luxurious weekend retreat by the beach, it’s time to book a stay at Devasom Hua Hin. For bookings and more information, visit Website 

Devasom Hua Hin is located at 1446/23 Petchkasem Road (Km.207), Hua Hin, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand