The Moment Gallery and Bar (The Spirit HuaHin Resort, 8/1837 Hua Hin Soi 134, 083-066-0035. themomenthuahin.com) comes with spectacular 360-degree views of the ocean on one side and the mountains on the other.

A great low-key escape if you’re not a fan of Hua Hin’s overly packed seafood restaurants, here the food comes with successful fusion touches like pla la songkreung (fermented fish) spaghetti (B190) and fried river prawn in tamarind sauce (B380).

But it’s mostly about the setting, hidden away in a secluded pool villa resort down in Khao Tao. While you’re there, make a detour to Pranburi. The 200-year local market that takes place every Saturday is a genuinely delightful change from the touristy Hua Hin Night Market and Cicada Market.