Prachuap Khiri Khan
ประจวบคีรีขันธ์
This narrow province contains Thailand's skinniest point, just 12 kilometres between the Gulf of Thailand and the Myanmar border. Its northern district of Hua Hin has been a royal retreat since the 1920s, when King Rama VII built the beachside Klai Kangwon Palace, and today it thrives as a genteel resort town popular with retirees, golfers, and Bangkok weekenders. The provincial capital's Ao Manao bay, set against the dramatic backdrop of Khao Lom Muak headland and its resident wild macaques, remains one of the Gulf coast's most scenic and least crowded beaches.
Population
540K
Avg Temperature
28°C
Annual Rainfall
950mm
Area
6,368 km²
Highlights & Attractions
Hua Hin Beach & Night Market
Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
Klai Kangwon Palace
Ao Manao Bay
Pranburi & boutique resorts
Climate & Best Time to Visit
| Season | Months | Temperature | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cool Season | Nov - Feb | 20 - 30°C | Low | Best Time |
| Hot Season | Mar - May | 27 - 38°C | Low | Very Hot |
| Rainy Season | Jun - Oct | 25 - 33°C | High | Rainy |
Travel & Transport
Airport
Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) with limited domestic flights
Rail
Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan stations on the Southern Line
Bus Terminal
Services from Bangkok (3.5 hours)
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local_hospital Hospitals in Prachuap Khiri Khan
View all hospitals arrow_forwardPrachuap Khiri Khan province has 2 major medical facilities, including 1 public hospital and 1 private hospital. Thailand's dual-tier healthcare system provides both affordable public care through the Universal Coverage Scheme and world-class private treatment at internationally accredited facilities. Private hospitals typically offer English-speaking staff, shorter wait times, and specialist care preferred by expats and international visitors. For comprehensive information on healthcare costs, insurance options, and emergency procedures, see our Healthcare Guide.
Prachuap Khiri Khan Hospital
public General Hospitalโรงพยาบาลประจวบคีรีขันธ์
location_on Phetkasem Road, Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77000
Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin
private General Hospitalโรงพยาบาลกรุงเทพหัวหิน
location_on 888 Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110
emergency In a medical emergency, call 1669 (National Emergency Medical Service) or 1554 (Narenthorn Center). For non-emergency assistance, contact the Tourist Police on 1155. Read our Emergency & Safety Guide for full details.
Local Services
Healthcare
2 hospitals in Prachuap Khiri Khan
Local Authorities
Immigration, tourist police
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