Named the best hotel in Southeast Asia by Travel + Leisure in 2022 and making a splash on Condé Nast Traveler’s “Hot List” the same year, The Standard, Hua Hin adds another feather to its cap with its restaurant Praça reaching the top of TripAdvisor ranking.  As of March 18, the laid-back Thai izakaya on the resort town’s famous beach walk is officially Hua Hin’s best restaurant.

 Occupying an impeccably restored heritage house at the heart of The Standard, Hua Hin, the artfully lit Izakaya draws in a buzzy crowd of locals and Bangkok weekenders who have come to appreciate Praça’s retrospective, lived-in ambience and eclectic décor steeped in local history.

A creative menu centered on a modern twist on classic Thai dishes, including everyday street favorites, offers a great introduction to local food and produce, while the bar’s selection focuses on smart craft cocktails and crisp wines served in an intimate atmosphere perfect for connecting with friends and family.

“This is a great achievement for the team, and I am extremely proud of the amazing work everyone has put in since the hotel’s opening to put Praça on the map.”  said Mai Timblick, Chief Creative Officer at Standard International. “From being the new kid on the block to making it to the top as a market leader in under two years is a tremendous achievement and I cannot wait to share with our guests what the Praça team has up its sleeve this coming holiday season.”

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About The Standard, Hua Hin:

Hua Hin has been a beloved beach getaway for over a hundred years, dating back to the construction of the railroad connecting the bustling metropolis of Bangkok with this dreamy seaside town. By the mid-1920s, it became the chosen holiday retreat for Thai nobility drawn to the undiscovered pristine coastline. Over time, this sleepy fishing village transformed into a popular coastal destination while maintaining its old-world charm and natural beauty. This beach town has been even further awakened with the arrival of the, The Standard, Hua Hin. The property was awarded as one of the best hotels in the world in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2022 Hot List, as the only hotel listed in Thailand, and was voted the #1 resort in Southeast Asia. The Standard, Hua Hin was also voted the #7 best resort in Asia and the #35 resort in the world in The Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2022. This seaside retreat is nestled in a lush garden dreamscape with native flora and greenery, just steps from the Gulf of Thailand. The colorful collection of 199 rooms, suites and villas is complemented by an innovative spa program seamlessly paired with a lively and vibrant pool scene, and a variety of drinking and dining options to suit every taste. There’s the Lido restaurant and bar for all-day indoor or al fresco dining, elixirs and fresh pressed juices at The Juice Café, and the impeccably restored Heritage House, Praça, for authentic Thai food and craft cocktails in an unparalleled setting.

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About Standard International:

Standard International is the parent company of The Standard hotels. Created in 1999, The Standard hotels are known for their pioneering design, taste-making clientele, and unrelenting un-standard-ness. Launched originally in Hollywood, The Standard has now opened properties in marquee locations across the globe including in New York, Miami, London, the Maldives, Hua Hin, Ibiza and Bangkok. Standard hotels in Lisbon, Brussels, Dublin, Dubai, Mexico and Austin are under development. The goal of every Standard project—be it a city hotel, a seaside resort, or a rooftop bar—is to defy convention, up the aesthetic stakes, and deliver an experience that only The Standard can. The Standard’s unconventional and playful sensibility combined with careful consideration of design and service details, have established its reputation as a pioneer in hospitality, travel, dining, and nightlife. Standard International also owns a majority stake in the Bunkhouse Group and The Peri hotels. www.standardhotels.com @thestandard