Getting around Hua Hin

There is several way to move around in Hua Hin, depend what do you want to do. 
Here comes your choice. 

Renting a motorbike

The best way to move around in Hua Hin is with motorbike. You can rent a motorbike (110/125 cc) from 200 bath per day, but be careful. If you are involved in an accident, expect to be held accountable even though you are positive it wasn't your fault. Use helmet (it's the law and most serious motorbike accidents involve head injuries) and don't expect other cars or motorbike to follow any traffic roles. You can rent motorbike in Centrum or contact the receptions in your hotel/guesthouse. They can fix this for you. You need to give your passport in deposit for the bike.

Renting a Car

If you plan to take larger trip from Hua Hin you can rent a car from one off the many rental company in Hua Hin. Avis has offices at the Sofitel (0-3251-2021) and Hilton (0-3251-2888). In addition, there are numerous local companies with lower prices. Thai people are in general gentle people, but when Thais get behind the wheel of a car they can be aggressive. Remember to drive defensively and to give way to any vehicle larger than yours. It is easy to get driver license in Thailand, so don't expect anyone to follow any traffic roles. They don't. If you are involved in an accident, expect to be held accountable even though you are positive it wasn't your fault. Also be sure you have an international license as your insurance will be deemed invalid without it.

By Foot

Foot power is frequently all that is needed for getting around the town of Hua Hin. It's compact and the beach and many hotels, restaurants and tourist sites are located in the town itself.

Samlors

Samlors conjure up visions of rickshaws and this gives them a romantic feel. They are usually encountered at Hua Hin's railway station and invariably seem to be operated by fragile old men. Once underway, you'll realize these guys aren't fragile. They are lean, tough and incredibly strong from years of hauling people around Hua Hin. For most journeys, they charge 40 baht, but will often charge extra for luggage.

Tuk Tuks

Hua Hin has also tuk-tuks, exactly like those found in Bangkok. Noisy, and often belching fumes from their exhaust, they are an enduring part of Thailand's landscape. Since many of Hua Hin's streets are narrow, tuk-tuks are able to go places cars cannot. For journeys within Hua Hin expect to pay about 100 baht. Trips outside of town will be more expensive and remember to negotiate your fare before departure.

Motorbike Taxis

The most common mode of transport in and around Hua Hin is a motorbike taxi. On every street corner you will find a collection of motorbikes and a gaggle of drivers wearing brightly colored vests. Although taking one can be a hair raising experience, they are convenient and capable of negotiating the narrow lanes that characterize beachside Hua Hin. Trips in town should run about 40 baht. If you choose to take a motorbike taxi for a longer trip, see if the driver has a helmet for you (unlikely), and expect to pay considerably more. If your driver is driving like a maniac, don't hesitate to ask him to slow down.

Songthaew

Songthaew go from one beach to another and are especially convenient for going from Hua Hin to Cha-am and the popular beach at Ao Takiap. They operate like buses and follow more or less fixed routes. Fares are very cheap and usually run around 10 baht. If you 'charter' a songthaew as your own, it will cost much more.

Songthaew to Ao Takiap leave from the intersection of Sasong and Dechanuchit Roads and those to Cha-am (north) and Pranburi (south) from the main highway of Phetkasem Road.

Bicycles

Bicycles are an excellent mode of transport and can be rented at many places for about 30 baht an hour or 150 baht for the day. When you park your bike, be sure to lock it as thefts sometimes occur. If you are adventurous, you can rent a motorbike for about 200 baht a day.