Chiva-Som International Health Resort
Hua Hin, Thailand

At the heart of Chiva-Som is the ultra modern spa, which has an impressive array of facilities. These include saunas, stream rooms, jacuzzis, cool plunge pools and relaxation lounges which overlook beautifully landscaped courtyards. The treatment rooms include special therapy rooms for Thai massage, as well as various other face and body treatments. There is also a bathing pavilion, complete with an exercise pool, plunge pool, waterfalls, a large hydro jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

Please be advised of Chiva-Som rules and regulation:

• Smoking only allow in designated outdoor area.
• Children under the age of 16 are not allowed in the resort
• Alcoholic drinks are limited to wine & champagne, available in the evening only (extra charge)
• Use of mobile phones strictly prohibited in public area
• Photo shooting is strictly prohibited in resort but will be allowed upon request and permission from the management.
• Use of proper sport shoes and attire in the gym

The 57 rooms and suites are an elegant mixture of eastern and western design using wood, marble and hand-glazed ceramics with large windows, open lounges and gentle fans.

Chiva-Som presents gourmet cuisine created by a unique team of Thai and international master chefs. All the delicious, low-calorie Asian and western specialities are prepared with fresh, wholesome produce from the resort’s own organic herb, fruit and vegetable gardens. There is fine dining at the Emerald Room while A Taste of Siam pool and beachside restaurant offers traditional Thai dishes, cooked and prepared in Chiva-Som spa cuisine style. Fresh juices, coffee and herbal teas are available all day at the relaxed Orchid Lounge.

Available upon request. Conference facilities for 25

Recommended local attractions include the Namtok Pa Lau waterfall, Khao Chong Krachok monastery with its attendant monkeys and panoramic sea view as well as Sam Roi Yot National Park, a sanctuary filled with mountains, mangrove swamps, birds, monkeys and mountain goats. Local craftsmen in Hua Hin sell baskets, silver jewellery, gems, fabrics, handicrafts and offer 24-hour tailoring services. Another recommendation is the traditional Thai night market for good buys such as silks and cottons, as well as exotic sweets and seafood.