Is Thailand's FIRST Luxury Hotel Still Worth It in 2025?

It was the best...but what about now? 🚂🏝️ In this video, we're stepping off the train in Hua Hin to explore a true legend: the *Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin* – Thailand's very first luxury beachside hotel, celebrating over 100 years of history! ​This isn't just a hotel review; it's a journey back in time to where Thai tourism truly began. Originally known as **'The Railway Hotel'**, this iconic property was instrumental in transforming Hua Hin from a sleepy fishing village into a fashionable royal retreat, all thanks to the arrival of the Southern Line railway. ​Join us as we dive into the Centara Grand's fascinating past, showing its colonial architecture and world-famous topiary gardens. We even had the opportunity to meet the General Manager, who shared some insights into the hotel's legacy and its exciting future plans, including a brand new wing opening soon! ​But the big question remains: Is a hotel built a century ago for royalty still a luxurious escape for today's traveler? We'll give you our honest review of the rooms, facilities, dining, and overall experience in 2025. Does it match it'shistory, and more importantly, is it worth your budget? Find out now! ​🔥 What You'll Discover in This Video: Some history of Thailand's first beach hotel. ​ ​A look at our room and the facilities of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin. Why it's worth booking a room with breakfast ​In other words you'll know if this historic gem is worth staying at in 2025! ​#CentaraGrandHuaHin #HuaHin #ThailandHotels #LuxuryTravel #HistoricHotels #ThaiRailway #HotelReview #TravelThailand #AllAboardThailand #ThailandHistory #TravelVlog #HuaHinTravel