www.chivasom.com
Ph +66(0) 3253 6536
FAX  +66(0) 3251 1154
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Located in seven acres of landscaped gardens on Thailand's beach setting of Hua Hin, Chiva-Som is a world-renowned health resort dedicated to revitalizing mind, body and spirit for total well-being and vitality in a luxurious and relaxing atmosphere. The resort offers privacy and seclusion with only 58 elegant Thai-style pavilions, Ocean View rooms and suites.

Asia's only internationally acclaimed health resort, Chiva-Som, meaning "Haven of Life", was a pioneer in combining traditional Asian therapies with western health and wellness. Grounded firmly in the belief that it is the combined health of the mind, body and spirit that leads to personal fulfillment, Chiva-Som is truly holistic in its approach. Each guest is considered not only in terms of their immediate mental, physical and spiritual needs, but also encouraged to embark and be guided on an ongoing journey to a healthier, happier lifestyle. On arrival, there is a personal health and wellness consultation with a qualified health advisor for determining the best treatments and activities to achieve your personal goals.

With 58 treatment rooms and aestheticians trained to UK standards the spa experience is unparalleled. Fitness facilities, include gym, yoga, Tai Chi and boxing Pavilions, fitness studios and the beach, used daily for power walks, running and bike rides.

Chiva-Som provides a comprehensive choice of holistic therapies including medical services and proven holistic remedies which are paralleled by physiotherapists, chiropractors, naturopaths and complementary medicine practitioners. Meditation, stress management, mind-training and other fitness programmes are further ways to help you reach a perfect balance in mind and body.

Chiva-Som places great emphasis on a balanced diet. Its award-winning international spa cuisine is detoxifying, fat and salt-free and as tasty as it is healthy. Many of the ingredients are home-grown in Chiva-Som's own organic gardens.

Accommodations
33 Ocean View Rooms, 17 Thai Pavilion Rooms, 2 Herbal Suites, 2 Fragrance Suites, 2 Rain Forest Suites, 1 Golden Bo Suite and 1 Leelawadee Suite.

Property Amenities
58 Indoor and outdoor treatment rooms; 6 health and wellness consultation rooms; Niranlada Medi-Spa, yoga and Tai Chi pavilions; outdoor swimming pool; bathing pavilion with indoor pool, plunge pool, waterfalls, Jacuzzi and steam room; gymnasium; exercise and dance studio; Pilates studio; two fine dining restaurants; library and Piano Lounge.

Specialty Activities
Asian Fitness - Yoga, Tai Chi, Xi Gong, Thai Boxing; meditation and inner peace classes and privates; aqua aerobic and water fitness classes; physiotherapy services; naturopathic consultation; iridology-diagnosis through the eyes; hydrotherapy treatment rooms; cooking class for Spa Cuisine; medical services; natural detox program.

Spa Cuisine
Detoxifying, fat and salt-free cuisine incorporates local herbs and spices.

Size of Spa
116 guests, 350 employees

Services Included
Accommodations, all spa cuisine meals, one spa massage daily, health and wellness consultation, daily fitness classes and use of Water Therapy Suites.

Range of Prices for A La Carte Services
Chiva-Som Massage (50 mins) $45US; Holistic Body Care with Hot Stones (110 mins) at $110US; Holistic Treatments - Iridology, Nutrition, Flower Remedies, Acupuncture from $110-$160US

Deposit & Pre-Payment Information
Booking is guaranteed with any major credit card.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received less than 14 days before arrival date will incur a charge of 50% of all estimated costs and cancellations or reduced stays whilst at the resort will incur a charge of 100% of all estimated cost.

Payment Methods Accepted
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and cash.

Local Attractions
Five International Golf Courses, Hua Hin Beach, Kings Summer Palace, Butterfly Garden, Hua Hin Arts and Crafts Center, Elephant Riding, Khao Hin Lek Fai (vantage point), Ko Singto (small island), Pa La-U Waterfall, National Park

Nearest Major Airport &Ground transportation
Bangkok International Airport, 185 kms from spa. Hua Hin Airport, 10 kms from spa. Limousine service from Bangkok Airport at US$ 240 per car per way, VIP elcome and fast track service at US$ 85 per person per way. Contact Chiva-Som reservations at +66 (0) 3253 6536 or reserv@chivasom.com

Climate
Summer: High 35°C, Low 28°C
Winter: High 28°C, Low 21°C
Plenty of sun with maximum high of 32C or 90F.
March - June: Warm days and nights.
July - October: Rainy season, warm days with occasional cooler nights, rain generally an hour a day. November - February: Cool season, mild days with cool nights.