Budget/Backpacker Travel Guide: Huahin

Accommodation

$8-25 per night

Dorm beds in hostels, basic guesthouses, budget hotels with shared facilities

Food & Dining

$8-20 per day

Street food stalls, local markets, food courts, occasional budget restaurants

Transportation

$3-10 per day

Local buses, songthaews (shared taxis), walking, occasional motorbike taxi

Activities

$5-20 per day

Beach time, temple visits, night markets, occasional paid attractions

Eat at local markets and street food stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-70% cheaper)

Use local buses and songthaews instead of taxis for daily transport (saves 70-80% on transportation costs)

Visit temples and beaches which are generally free, rather than paid attractions every day

Book accommodation 2-3 months in advance for 20-30% discounts, especially during high season

Shop at local markets for snacks and drinks instead of hotel shops (usually 100-200% markup avoided)

Take advantage of happy hour specials at bars and restaurants (typically 30-50% savings on drinks)

Use hotel breakfast if included, or buy fruit and pastries from local bakeries instead of tourist cafes

Taking taxis everywhere instead of using local transport options (can triple your transportation costs)

Eating only in beachfront tourist areas where prices are typically 100-150% higher than local spots

Not researching free activities like temples, beaches, and markets before paying for every attraction

Booking accommodation without comparing prices across multiple platforms (missing potential 15-25% savings)

Buying all drinks and snacks from hotels or tourist shops instead of local convenience stores