Chiva-Som Hua Hin invites runners to experience wellness in motion during the Hua Hin Marathon 2026 | News
Located along the tranquil coastline of the Gulf of Thailand, the 2026 Hua Hin Marathon returns on May 10, offering runners the opportunity to combine athletic ambition with environmental goals.
Organized by the Preserve Hua Hin Group, led by globally renowned wellness destination Chiva-Som, the marathon attracts local and international runners seeking not only the excitement of the race, but also the chance to support local conservation efforts, including the conservation of Krailart Niwate, Hua Hin’s last remaining urban mangrove.
The Preserve Hua Hin Group continues to lead impactful environmental and social initiatives focused on sustainable practices, inspiring residents and visitors alike to adopt practices that protect Hua Hin’s ecosystems for generations to come.
The Hua Hin Marathon has always been more than just a race, but a celebration of health, nature and the local community. From the 5km fun run to the full 42km marathon, runners enjoy a scenic route with picturesque coastal views and rolling hills against the soft morning light as the sun rises over Hua Hin. Starting and ending at the Buddhist temple Wat Khao Krailart, runners also experience the vibrant spirit of the local community that shapes the route.
The race welcomes runners of all levels with distances of 5km, 10km, 21km and the full 42km marathon, with each route offering its own moment of challenge and excitement. To commemorate the prestige of the event, the marathon’s first male and female finishers will be honored with the Royal Trophy, bestowed by Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, celebrating not only athletic excellence but also the spirit of dedication and perseverance that defines the race.
The event is more than a race and reflects a deeper commitment to sustainable well-being. The marathon supports environmental initiatives such as the Krailart Niwate Mangrove Preservation and Ecosystem project and community development in Hua Hin, while encouraging people to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Inclusivity is central to the event’s ethos, with runners with visual and hearing impairments welcome to take part alongside volunteer guides under the inspiring theme ‘Run2gether’.
Chiva-Som embodies the marathon’s ethos of health and sustainability and invites both local and international runners to enhance their racing experience through its exclusive Rest, Run and Recover offer, with a 15% saving on retreat rates for all marathon participants.
Guests can expect the signature Chiva-Som approach of highly personalized wellness consultations, expert fitness and physiotherapy guidance and restorative spa therapies to promote muscle recovery and optimize performance. Balanced cuisine, hydrotherapy facilities and holistic treatments further complement the journey, ensuring runners and wellness seekers experience the harmony of movement, rest and renewal.
In addition to the regular range of retreat programs, such as accommodation; personal health and wellness advice; daily treatments; three wellness kitchen meals per day and more; the offer includes free services such as 25 minutes of physiotherapy; pre-marathon muscle warm-up Functional Mobility class on May 9, 2026; Hua Hin Marathon ticket (any distance category); return transfer to/from the Hua Hin Marathon event on May 10, 2026; and a Marathon Static Stretch group class on May 11, 2026. Bookings for the Rest, Run and Recover promotion close on April 10, 2026.
Since opening in 1995, Chiva-Som has established itself as one of the world’s most respected wellness destinations, known for its holistic philosophy that integrates evidence-based health science with time-honored Thai healing traditions.
The experience at Chiva-Som extends far beyond the treatment room, with the belief that well-being and sustainability should go hand in hand. The resort is the environmental steward of Krailart Niwate, just a few steps away. Guided walks and tranquil trails meander through mangroves and wetlands, while educational experiences reveal the delicate biodiversity that sustains Hua Hin’s coastline, allowing guests to learn more and be part of the shared effort to protect the natural beauty that makes Hua Hin such an inspiring place to run, restore and renew.
As the Hua Hin Marathon 2026 approaches in May, Chiva-Som invites travelers to combine the marathon with a holistic wellness experience, in a place where performance meets purpose and where every step is part of a journey to a healthier lifestyle.
The Rest, Run and Recover offer can be booked until April 10, 2026. Rates start from THB 26,350++ (approx. GBP 606++) per person, per night for a minimum stay of 3 nights*.
For more information about the marathon, visit: https://www.runlah.com/en/huahin2026
