Market Village
Large shopping mall in the center of Hua Hin
Market Village is an air conditioned shopping mall in the center of Hua Hin. On four floors the mall has a good range of shops from cheap to more expensive, from Thai handicrafts to international brand names.
Market Village is one of two large shopping malls in Hua Hin, the other being Blúport a few hundred meters down the road. One of its draws, apart from the shopping, is the variety of restaurants as well as a large food court serving a good variety of Thai dishes, desserts and sweets at low prices.
Shops, services & entertainment
Besides a good number of shops you will find restaurants, coffee shops, services and entertainment on the malls’ four floors.
At ground level it’s mainly beach wear and men’s and women’s clothing with shops as Body Glove, Ragazze, Roberto, Lee, DAPPER, Puma, Lacoste and Jaspal.
Also at ground level a large Tesco Lotus supermarket selling among others clothing, vegetables and fruits, pharmacy products, toys and beach wear.
On the second level there is a book store, a large HomePro, jewelry and gold shops, handicrafts, restaurants and coffee shops.
On the third floor mainly IT, mobile phones and phone accessories like iPhone cases, chargers, cords and cables. Also on the third floor Pro-cut hair salon, a Thai massage shop, several banks and a post office.
In between the shopping try the tasty desserts at Nom More Café that has items on the menu like strawberry, blueberry, chocolate or fruit pancakes, waffles and Italian toast, all served with ice cream.
Major Cineplex
The four movie theaters of Major Cineplex on the third floor show movies in the morning, afternoon and evening. Often movies will be in English or with English subtitles, in 3D where available.
Prices for normal, honeymoon and emperor seats vary from 100 to 350 Thai Baht. Check at the theater for details about the currently showing movies. Snacks, drinks and popcorn are available.
Indoor market
The basement floor has the feel of an indoor air conditioned market. Dozens of market like stalls sell clothing, shoes, fashion accessories, handicrafts and all kinds of knick knacks.
Also on the basement floor a hair salon, nail salon and Thai massage.
Kids
Children can play games at the Fun Pavilion on the third floor. Also on the third floor is Kids Fantasia where they can enjoy themselves in a ball pit or play games. For new toys, head to Kiddo-Land or Kids Fantasia.
Restaurants & food court
There is a wide choice of Thai dishes as green curry, fried rice, Pad Thai or noodle soup at the large food court on the basement floor. Prices are quite low at 50 to 60 Thai Baht per dish. Make sure to try some Thai sweets and desserts like mango with sticky rice or coconut ice cream.
Most shops do not accept cash. Buy a food cart at the counter. After the meal get the balance back at the same counter.
Among the Thai and international restaurants in Market Village are Kitchen Plus, Shabushi, KFC, Burger King, Marzipan Café, Fuji, Miyazaki and Sizzler, most of them on the second floor.
There is a Swensen’s ice creams on the ground floor.
Location
Market Village shopping mall is located between Soi 88 and Soi 88/1 on Phet Kasem road, the main road in Hua Hin.
How to get there
The easiest way to get there is by songthaew, a converted pick up truck with benches in the back. Service is very regular, about once every 10 minutes. Fares are between 10 and 20 Baht depending on distance.
Opening hours
Market Village opens daily. Sunday to Thursday from 10.30 am until 9 pm, Friday and Saturday from 10.30 am until 10 pm.
More shopping in Hua Hin
More shopping at:
Hua Hin Tours
- Private or Group Tour
- Pick up & drop off Hua Hin hotel
- English speaking guide
Markets & Shopping in Hua Hin