Hat Chao Samran
หาดเจ้าสำราญ
A quiet beach about 20 kilometers east of Phetchaburi city, where Rama VI once built a royal retreat and locals come on weekends for seafood.
Hat Chao Samran is the beach closest to Phetchaburi city, about 20 kilometers away by car. The beach is long and gently sloping, lined with coconut palms and casuarina trees. The water is not as clear as at the southern islands, but it's quieter, with plenty of seafood restaurants and guesthouses. On weekends, it's a getaway for families from Bangkok and locals. Rama VI once built a temporary royal retreat here, and 'Chao Samran' means 'the King's delight.' You can reach the beach by hiring a songthaew from town or driving yourself. It's ideal for a relaxing half-day.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Laem Phak Bia
- Wat Ko Kaeo Suttharam
- Phra Ram Ratchaniwet (Ban Puen Palace)
- Wat Kamphaeng Laeng
- Wat Yai Suwannaram
- Wat Mahathat Worawihan, Phetchaburi
- Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park (Khao Wang)
- Wat Maha Samanaram