Chiva-Som Health Resort
Hua Hin, Thailand
Overview
Chiva Som one of the best and well-established destination spas in the world. It’s tucked away in seven acres of lush tropical gardens in Hua Hin, Thailand and leads directly onto the beach. This is a place where you can embark on your personal wellness journey, supported and guided by a team of experts. The main aim is for every guest to transform their health, mind, body and spirit through careful care and attention. This is ideal if you are looking to de-stress, rejuvenate and detox.
When to go
The summer season is March to June when temperatures can easily reach up to 35 degrees. July to August is usually when you can expect some rainfall, but this only lasts for 1-2 hours per day with bright sunshine in-between.
What we love
- There is a ratio of 4 staff to every 1 guest, so you can expect high service levels here
- Strictly no mobile phones, computers or cameras outside of your room creating a peaceful heaven
- There is an on-site organic garden where some of the restaurant produce is grown.
Who should go
- If you are looking for a luxury wellness escape with high levels of service
- To focus on a specific wellness goal such as detox, weight-loss and fitness
- It’s ideal for solo travellers who want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Programme and Offers
- Cash credit to be redeemed against treatments from the Health and Wellness Menu *
- BONUS for 7 night stay, Baht 22,200 (approx GBP470) per person
- BONUS for 14 night stay, Baht 55,800 (approx GBP1220) per person
* Please contact us for spa credit info on other lengths of stay
Wellness
Chiva-Som is a pioneer in wellness tourism; it’s as though the concept of retreats was invented here. There are no less than 15 special packages to choose from, including Ayurveda, detox, weight loss, anti-stress, fitness and relaxation. The programmes include traditional eastern techniques combined with modern western methods. A retreat begins with an intake consultation and check-up. Your wishes and goals are also discussed. This information is used to determine which programme is best suited to you.The treatments take place in the luxury spa, designed with an eye for detail. It is peaceful and spacious and you’ll receive plenty of individual attention. The wellness centre has 70 treatment rooms. There is also a sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room, indoor pool (approx. 80m2), a watsu-pool where massages are performed in water that’s heated to body-temperature, relaxation areas and water beds. The gym is 100m2. Personal trainers are available for individual advice and private training sessions. For more specific requirements, such as cosmetic surgery or explicit pain, there is a medical spa or physiotherapists available.
Example treatments at Chiva-Som Health Resort
- Facial acupuncture
- Soothing eye treatment
- Vacuum cupping
- Body shaping therapy
- Watsu
- Thai herbal massage
Fitness & Activities
Activities available at resort
- Beach run
- Beach power walk
Activities available at the surrounding area
- Maruekhathaiyawan Palace which is located almost halfway between Cha-Am and Hua Him approximately 15 kilometres away
- Phraya Nakhon cove which is one of Thailand’s most beautiful caves
- Visit Khao Takiab to see the statue of Buddha overlooking the coast
Typical Group Classes
- Yoga (Vinyasa, Hatha, Ashtanga)
- Stretch class
- Aqua aerobics
- Cardio kick
- Tai Chi
- Chakra cleansing meditation
- Fitball and free weight
- Step aerobics
- Boot camp
- Pilates on mat
- Abs, Butts & Thighs
- Boot camp
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
There are 54 rooms at the resort, including 11 ocean rooms, 12 ocean deluxe rooms, 5 ocean premium rooms and 10 Thai pavilions. All rooms have private balconies or terraces with views of the pool, gardens or ocean. The Thai Pavilions underwent a renovation in 2018.
Ocean Room
The ocean rooms are 34 m2, they have a bedroom with king bed, separate dressing room and private terrace
The room has a private en-suite with shower, bath, bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer. One Ocean Room is wheelchair accessible so does not have a bath.
Facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi, essential oil burner, complimentary toiletries.
Ocean Room Deluxe
The ocean deluxe rooms are 48 m2, they have a bedroom with king bed, separate dressing room and private terrace with ocean views
The room has a private en-suite with shower, bath, bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer
Facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi, essential oil burner, complimentary toiletries.
Ocean Room Premium
Thai Pavilion
The Thai Pavilions are 66 m2 and are in the lush gardens and away from the main building. They are spacious with a large open-plan bedroom with king bed, separate dressing room and private terrace.
The room has a private ensuite with shower, bath, bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer.
Facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi, essential oil burner, complimentary toiletries.
What’s on the menu
Chiva Som believe that nutrition should be viewed as a foundation of health as well as a source of pleasure. Great pride is taken to prepare healthy and delicious food. At the heart of the Wellness Cuisine concept is their organic garden where a variety of herbs, vegetables and fruits are grown.
The Emerald Room
The main restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dine inside or outside of the terrace. There is also a sharing table if you’re travelling solo and want to meet other guests.
Taste of Siam
This restaurant overlooks the ocean and serves breakfast, lunch and Thai dinner. On Saturday nights, you can enjoy a barbecue prepared by the award-winning chef.
Location
Once a quiet fishing village, Hua Hin was transformed when the Thai royal family began building summer palaces here in the 1920’s. Today Hua Hin is one of the most desirable ocean-front destinations in the Southern province of Prachuap Khiri Khan.
Nearest airport
The transfer time is 2.5 hours from Bangkok Airport by car. There are direct flight from London to Bangkok which take approximately 12 hours.Our Travel Review of Chiva Som in Thailand
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Families, Children & Infants
Chiva Som is strictly adults only.Reviews
Le meilleur du Monde, quelque part en Thailande.
Pierre
Brilliant resort - 5 star in every sense of the word.
Peter
Chiva Som the best spa in my experience
Anonymous
I had wanted to travel to Chivasom for 15 years, but every year decided not to go because of the cost. However, I wanted to live life without regret so finally made the decision and went for my birthday solo in March. Chivasom was an amazing place. I was extremely stressed before I left and Chivasom provided a haven to exercise in the morning and pamper myself in the afternoon. There was quite a bit to choose from for exercise and pampering treatments. The pool was gorgeous as well as it overlooked the ocean. The two restaurants also provided plenty of choice. The room was amazing and the decision to have a room on the ground floor next to the spa was a good one. Chivasom also left me a bunch of roses and a card for my birthday, organised a birthday cake (which I shared with other Australians I had met there) and a musician to play happy birthday. It was a really nice and memorable night. The only negative was that on the last day of my one week holiday there they said I didn't have a return transfer. I raced back to my room and provided the evidence to them and they still said that it wasn't enough. They then asked me to contact wellbeing escapes and to sort it out. I was not impressed and there was considerable communication regarding this to the point that I cancelled my schedule of facial treatments at Niranda Spa as I was supposed to be flying out that day and I still didn't know what was going on so I waited in my room. They did not seem to believe that it was their problem, but rather that I should short it out, which put a considerable downer on my great holiday. I ended up contacting Wellbeing Escapes and sorting it out, and Anuska was amazing in sorting the issue out quickly with Chivasom and I was returned safely back to the airport.
Anonymous
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